On August 31, 2016, more than 100 Mexican customers took up their invitations to attend the opening ceremony of the new KraussMaffei Reaction Process Machinery TechCenter in Querétaro, Mexico. During this event, KraussMaffei gave live demonstrations of the new RimStar Compact 40/16 mixing and metering system and of a new mold carrier. Besides, another focus of the event was the efficient pump and mixing head repair service.
"Our new TechCenter allows us to offer our customers individual development and sampling possibility in the field of Reaction Process Machinery, through to prototype series production. Our customers benefit from the latest generation of KraussMaffei mixing and metering systems and mold carriers," explains Klaus Jell, General Manager of the KraussMaffei subsidiary in Mexico. The new mold carrier is used primarily for the production of steering wheels. When it is closed it can be turned through 90°. The benefit: the additional rotation range allows ventilation across the division plane of the mold. This in turn accelerates the process as the additional manual cleaning process is able to remove risers before opening the mold.
The customers made full use of the opportunity to exchange information and experience with the KraussMaffei experts regarding the latest polyurethane processes. Besides the discussions, they were able to experience a live demonstration: a RimStar Compact 40/16 producing miniature liquor barrels. Guests were provided with specialized lectures and presentations on pragmatic issues such as lightweight construction with fiber-reinforced plastics, applications in the interior of automobiles, and white household appliances. "We were able to welcome more than 100 customers, who gave us positive feedback about the services offered by the new KraussMaffei TechCenter. It was a highly successful opening ceremony sending out an important signal for the stronger development of the KraussMaffei Reaction Process Machinery in Mexico," Jell stressed.
KraussMaffei has had a presence in Mexico since 1999 and is the leading machine manufacturer on the market with its extensive range of premium quality products. "Our customers benefit from the possibilities to combine the three processing technologies of injection molding, extrusion technology and reaction process machinery. Based on our product and service portfolio, which is unique on the market, our know-how and the extraordinarily high dedication of our employees, we will continue to seek more available opportunities for growth in Mexico," said Jell.