PBF | Particle Back Foaming
HIGH QUALITY, LIGHTWEIGHT AND SUSTAINABLE.The innovative and sustainable solution for high-quality and affordable lightweight plastic components.
For decades, particle foams - especially polypropylene and polystyrene - have proven their outstanding capabilities as light, insulating, and protective materials. However, we have rethought particle foams and the underlying process. With dynamic cavity heating, we have succeeded in creating backfoamed surfaces directly in the mold. This brings to life molded parts with high-class surfaces at economically attractive conditions.
This technique offers a wide variety of different applications. Precise and dynamic mold temperature control allows us to process additional thermoplastics as particle foams. We can even process thermoplastics made of PET, MPPE, or sea plastics. The ultra-low CO₂ footprint of PS, for example, plus the option to use post-consumer material make this technology a future-proof solution with minimum CO₂ emissions.
This technique offers a wide variety of different applications. Precise and dynamic mold temperature control allows us to process additional thermoplastics as particle foams. We can even process thermoplastics made of PET, MPPE, or sea plastics. The ultra-low CO₂ footprint of PS, for example, plus the option to use post-consumer material make this technology a future-proof solution with minimum CO₂ emissions.
The polystyrene used is supplied in the form of microgranulate and is only expanded immediately before processing. In addition to the low transport volume, the main advantage is that these are thermoplastics that can be part of a functioning circular economy.
In the new process, steam is completely dispensed with, i.e. both the pre-expansion and the processing of the expanded foam beads are fully electric. This reduces energy consumption by around 10 % compared to conventional steaming processes.
Find out more about PBF's innovative technology and development process here.
In the new process, steam is completely dispensed with, i.e. both the pre-expansion and the processing of the expanded foam beads are fully electric. This reduces energy consumption by around 10 % compared to conventional steaming processes.
Find out more about PBF's innovative technology and development process here.
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WEIGHT - ATTRACTIVE
COMPONENT COSTS - INTEGRATION
OF FUNCTIONS - SUSTAINABLE
MATERIALS
BENEFITS OF PBF TECHNOLOGY
Using as little material as possible saves money and weight. If we succeed in creating all necessary component functions in one single process step, we get components that will occupy a definite place on the market.Installing such components into vehicles helps us save drive energy, not only theoretically but also daily. Weight reserves open the door to even more freedom of design. If the components are recyclable or consist of post-consumer materials, we have made a good decision together.
HOW DOES PARTICLE BACK FOAMING WORK?
Versatile surfaces for interior and exterior applications
Whether smooth, glossy surfaces or textured and matt finishes - PBF technology opens up a wide range of design options for interior and exterior surfaces.
Class-A
Softtouch
Laminating
Partnership from beginning to end
PARAT Technology is the safe choice for your project - we are at your side every step of the way, from the idea to the market launch.Our modern systems and the concentrated expertise of our employees guarantee first-class results at all times.
FULL-SERVICE PARTNER
Extensive Know-How
Modern
Machines
High supply
Reliability
Projects with PARAT Technology
We support our partners from the initial idea to the discontinuation of their product. All steps take place in-house, from construction and design to after sales.
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Can PARAT Technology provide comprehensive support for my project?
We support our partners from the initial idea to the discontinuation of their product. All steps take place in-house, from construction and design to after sales.
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Do I have a direct contact person?
Our project management team is on hand to answer all your questions and concerns. Order processing can also provide precise information on the status of your product at a later date.
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Can I come to PARAT Technology with a short-term project?
We can also discuss enquiries at short notice with you. Please get in touch with us using the contact details provided.
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Will my products arrive on time and reliably?
Our optimised process steps and high machine capacities enable us to achieve high delivery reliability. Coordination and communication between our sites also run smoothly.
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Does PARAT Technology consider my individual case?
We always approach new enquiries with an openness to technology. This means that we work with our partners to find the perfect solution for planned projects.