the starting point – New partner for new model series Plusoptix needed support for producing a new series of camera parts for children’s eye tests(Photorefractors). They sought a manufacturing partner who could also advise on design. Due to toolcraft’s long-standing expertise in mould making and injection moulding, Plusoptix chose toolcraft. The Challenge – Guaranteeing optimum functionality In mould making, a decision was needed between undercut sliders and forced demoulding. Forced demoulding was chosen to reduce costs and prevent contamination during moulding. Parts also had to be free of flow marks and sink marks. Precise fit was critical for screw and snap functions. The Approach – Excellent advice from start to finish An interdisciplinary team from mould making and injection moulding was formed. toolcraft advised on plastic-compatible design, built three moulds, and produced the parts. Quality control was performed using optical measurement (GOM). The Result – Optimization and reduction toolcraft optimized the battery cover geometry, eliminating an assembly step and reducing manufacturing costs. Customer requirements were fully met, enabling the new model series to launch as planned.

A product made from our ARBOBLEND® material: In Ellwangen, an artificial turf pitch made from bio-based materials has been created. A milestone for sustainable sports facilities in Germany and a model for Europe. With around 9,000 artificial turf pitches in Germany and an estimated 16,000 tons of microplastics released annually across the EU (source: ECHA), NaKuRa (sustainable artificial turf pitch) is an urgent contribution to ecological renewal. The focus is on the ARBOBLEND® infill – an innovative infill granulate that is biodegradable in soil and water and remains durable as long as it stays within the system – as well as the artificial turf fibers made from a specially developed ARBOBLEND® formula with high temperature and weather resistance. The other implemented environmentally friendly systems, such as the novel elastic layer based on pure recycled plastics, represent a well-considered step towards a circular economy. Sustainability in sports is not only possible – it is crucial for the future.

Available immediately and worldwide: Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs) that have a variable proportion of renewable raw materials. The THERMOLAST® R range of more sustainable solutions by is expanded by a line of products from renewable raw material sources. Bio-based TPEs also have a lower product carbon footprint than established alternatives that are not based on renewable raw materials. ::: Bio-based TPE with Adhesion to PP ::: • Bio-content up to 71% • Hardness range from 30–85 ShA • Natural or translucent colors • Filled and unfilled versions • Colorable • Processing similar to fossil-based TPE • In-process recycling possible • Selected representatives are recyclable in the post-consumer waste stream ::: Bio-based TPE with adhesion to ABS/PC ::: • Bio-content up to 55% • Hardness range from 40–85 ShA • Adhesion to polar thermoplastics e.g. ABS, PC • Natural color • Filled and unfilled versions • UL 94 HB (not listed) • Colorable • Processing comparable to fossil-based TPE • In-process recycling possible ::: Bio-based TPE with adhesion to PA ::: • Bio-content ~63% • 60 ShA; further hardness adaption on request • Adhesion to Polyamides e.g. PA 6.6, PA • Natural color • Colorable • Processing comparable to fossil-based TPE • In-process recycling possible ::: Advantages of Bio-based TPE ::: > Biogenic Absorption • = Plants are taking up CO2 from the atmosphere • Positive effect on climate • Contributing to Circularity > PCF Reduction • The CO2 uptake can be accounted to the product carbon footprint • Reduction of up to 50% > Sustainability • Reducing finite raw material usage • Supporting the transition from fossil-based materials to renewable raw materials

Beologic is our answer to the question of how we bring sustainability and environmental protection into balance with quality-tested materials and a unique product portfolio. The Belgian producer is our reliable partner in the implementation of bio-based, sustainable and flexible solutions. Since its foundation in 2000, Beologic has focused on the production of wood-plastic polymers of the highest quality and has developed into a manufacturer of compounds based on various polymers and natural fibres with a capacity of 20,000 tons per year. Replacing the previous materials with natural fibers or recycled polymers from Beologic significantly reduces the CO2 footprint. This has resulted in many developments for injection molding and extrusion applications. The following product lines are manufactured by a highly motivated team: BeoBase (traditional wood-plastic compounds WPC based on standard polymers) , BeoGrade (bio-based compounds, with/without filler, compostable) , BeoSmart (density-optimized polyolefin compounds) BeoCycle (filled/unfilled compounds based on regranulate). Please contact us for a suitable product selection. We will be happy to help you.

Biodegradable plastics play a key role in sustainable product development – especially where mechanical recycling is technically difficult or economically unfeasible. With its BIOCOLEN® product range, GRAFE, based in Blankenhain, offers a tailor-made solution for precisely these areas of application: individually colored, biodegradable plastics that are not only compostable but also meet high aesthetic and functional requirements. Unlike traditional polymer types, which are increasingly required by law to be recycled, the masterbatches and compounds in the BIOCOLEN® range are inherently designed to be degradable, offering a forward-looking option for products with a limited service life. Examples range from packaging and disposable products to hygiene articles. BIOCOLEN® combines ecological responsibility with technical feasibility and design freedom.

Precise 3D-LaserEngravings can be perfectly formed in parts from blow molds and used in the A-view area. The use of blow molds in the production of plastics is the first choice when it comes to high economic quantities. 3D-LlaserEngraving is used to ensure that the highest level of surface quality is also possible in this process. Sharp-edged and detailed engravings can be carried out digitally and make it possible to compensate optically for production-related molding losses in series production. The engravings can also be lasered deeper in areas that are difficult to demold, in order to create a uniform image in the product. But even there are further purely technical advantages: vent holes in steel and aluminum molds could be specifically integrated into the design of the engraving. Technical properties such as flow behavior can be easily influenced by the use of fine, very round engravings. Develop your quality requirements for blow molds with KRÜTH – suitable for your special applications.

Bobbins are precisely manufactured components that serve as a stable foundation for winding wire coils. They ensure reliable shaping, optimal winding quality, and secure fixation of the windings. With various materials, sizes, and designs available, they are suitable for a wide range of applications—from transformers and sensors to electromagnetic assemblies. A perfect choice for anyone who values durable, dimensionally accurate, and technically advanced components.

Coil formers with molded-in pins offer a particularly robust and assembly-friendly solution for modern winding and electronic components. The precisely embedded pins provide high stability, reliable electrical connections, and accurate positioning during later use. By combining a dimensionally stable coil body with integrated terminals, these components are ideal for transformers, inductors, and custom coil applications where quality and process reliability are essential.