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LEWA ecofoam® Testing system

LEWA ecofoam® Testing system

LEWA ecofoam® Testing system

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Overview: The LEWA ecofoam testing system is designed for precise metering of blowing agents in extrusion processes, ensuring consistent product quality. It supports various blowing agents, including CO₂ and combustible agents, with features like a cooling device and explosion-proof design.
Performance Specifications: The system operates at pressures up to 5,070 psig and flow rates depending on the liquid type, such as 25.4 lbs/h for CO₂, 34.2 lbs/h for Pentane, and 44.1 lbs/h for H₂O.
Operation Method: The system uses a diaphragm metering pump controlled by the extruder's speed. The LEWA smart control ensures accurate flow rate adjustments by comparing flow meter signals with guiding signals.
Main Components: Key components include the LEWA diaphragm metering pump, control cabinet with LEWA smart control, heat exchanger, cooling unit, regulating and venting valves, pressure relief valve, and various instruments like pressure gauges and mass flow meters. These are mounted on a common base frame.
Testing and Rental: The system can be rented for up to 6 weeks, with potential extensions, allowing users to evaluate its quality and accuracy.
Technical Details: The system dimensions are 47” x 35” x 75” with a weight of approximately 1,102 lbs. It requires a 400 V power supply, with a nominal current of 5.0 A and a connected load of 3 HP.
Contact Information: LEWA-Nikkiso America, Inc. provides contact details for their locations in Holliston, MA, and Houston, TX, for further inquiries.
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LEWA ecofoam Testing system

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LEWA ecofoam testing system LEWA ecofoam® testing system The metering system for blowing agents in extrusion processes The metering of blowing agent is of particular importance to guarantee the constant quality of the end product in extrusion processes. LEWA ecofoam testing system has been designed for all known blowing agents, incl. cooling device for CO₂ and explosion-proof design for combustible blowing agents. Performance overview: Pressure up to 5,070 psig Flow rate depending on type of liquid (compressibility), e.g. up to 25.4 lbs/h CO₂, 34.2 lbs/h Pentane or 44.1 lbs/h H₂O Method of operation:...

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LEWA ecofoam testing system Flow diagram of LEWA ecofoam testing system SPS with operating panel Dimensions and electrical connecting data Dimensions: – 7” x 35” x 75” (L x W x H) 4 – eight: appr. 1,102 lbs W Electrical connection data: – ower supply: 400 V P – ominal current: 5.0 A N – onnected load: 3 HP C – Pre-fuse: 16 A Nozzle list Number Size (inch) Pressure rating Material supply: CO₂ at 50.0-104.0°F, e.g. 943 psig at 68.0°F Process connection: CO₂ 25.4 lbs/h at 5,070 psig Cooling water outlet

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© D6-102_en_us, 08.2017, Subject to change without notice, Layout and origin: Germany LEWA-Nikkiso America, Inc. 132 Hopping Brook Road Holliston, MA 01746, USA Phone: +1 508 429-7403 Fax: +1 508 429-8615 Your local representative: LEWA-Nikkiso America, Inc. Gulf Coast Sales & Service Center 2446 Greens Road Houston, TX 77032, USA Phone: +1 713 577-5392 Fax: +1 713 577-5393 [email protected] www.lewa-inc.com

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