- Technology suitable for large and one shot parts, manufactured In an Out of Press and Out of Autoclave process
- Save energy with cycle time under 3 minutes
RocTool will present “live” for the first time its new molding technology at JEC World 2016. The so-called Light Induction Tooling (LIT) will allow RocTool to develop its offer in key segments, such as aerospace, automotive and transport, according to the company.
Large and one shot parts, manufactured In an Out of Press and Out of Autoclave process
The LIT technology is fully adapted to thermoplastic and thermoset composites. It enables the production of very large parts and allows manufacturers to improve their existing production capabilities. The technology addresses OEM challenges to make cost effective composite parts with quick cycle times.
LIT technology does not require any compression press machines or special large forming press that only few manufacturers can afford. A light tooling structure integrates RocTool state of the art induction heat technology and is connected to RocTool Performance Cooling units.
Save energy with cycle time under 3 minutes
With this new process, RocTool reduces the thickness of the tools; and shortens the heating and cooling times achieving cycles below 3 minutes for various materials. The technology enables an accurate control over heat ramps, from very fast heating to defined heat rates for aeronautical certified resin systems which require an overall longer cycle.
“The energy cost is very low and we obtain an exceptional return. Globally speaking, this new RocTool process allows the end user to obtain massive energy savings compared to conventional manufacturing processes! For the JEC World demo mold, the energy consumption remains below 2 kW.h, and a cost per part below 15 cents, therefore much less than using an autoclave.” highlights Dr. Jose Feigenblum, RocTool CTO.
