Kunststoff-Institut Südwest
About us
Our departments support you in the selection, development, optimization and implementation of products, tools and processes in the entire field of plastics technology.
Products & services
Application and tool technology
In our technical center, 15 injection molding machines & three extruders are available for company-specific samples. We design tools, introduce special procedures for you and are available worldwide for process engineering support.
surface engineering tool
With four CVD systems, we create customer-specific tool coatings, for example to avoid deposits or corrosion, to increase contact temperatures in order to be able to produce weld-line-free components.
Surface technology moldings
In Europe we have a unique application center with systems for painting, PVD, electroplating, laser, digital printing, painting in the tool, etc. including the corresponding surface testing technology and showroom.
testing and analysis technology
In our test laboratory, which is accredited according to ISO 17025 and certified by many automotive OEMs (Daimler, BMW, etc.), we test components and carry out damage analysis for you.
Materials Engineering & New Materials
The creation of company-specific compounds is our daily business. We are currently concentrating on bio-based & sustainable materials (paper injection molding & compostable materials) and technical compounds in the field of EMC shielding & thermally conductive plastics. In addition, we offer a manufacturer-independent material selection depending on your specifications.
Initial and continuing education
Our training and further education support you from the basic seminar (injection molding for business people), through specialist training with a focus on retraining and further qualification to workshops (systematic testing of tools) at our Germany-wide training locations or at your site. Of course also digitally, at any time e.g. with the www.Kunststoff-Schule.de
Research
Our non-profit research facility supports plastics processing companies to ensure their competitiveness. This is always done in partnership, with a focus on application and fundamentals. The research topics include plastic processing processes, associated tools and surface and coating technology.
Environment & Sustainability
Our environmental scouting supports you in questions about the environment and sustainability with a comprehensive range of values. This ranges from the company-specific CO2 balance, EcoDesign to recycling.
Network
The sponsoring company of the "Kunststoff-Institut", with over 400 members, organizes the house with its focal points and activities.
Introduction of the institute
Here you can download the short introduction of the institute.
K-Branche.de - The portal for the plastics industry
Welcome to k-branche.de, your B2B platform especially for the plastics industry. k-branche.de connects buyers and sellers from the entire plastics industry and thus offers a unique platform for the exchange of products, services and knowledge. With k-branche.de you can quickly and easily search for companies and their offers, thanks to tailored search functions and an extensive database. Whether you're looking for a specific product, a service provider or just industry information - you'll find what you need here. Our mission is to offer the users of k-branche.de the best possible service and to increase efficiency and transparency within the plastics industry. Whether you are an established company in the plastics industry or are just starting out, k-branche.de is your place to become visible. We look forward to your participation!
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