The Intercontinental Move of a Large Composite Molding Press
Providing guidance in your industrial mobility
We serve our customers throughout the lifetime of a machine thanks to our "REP Services".
We provide sustainable assistance to meet the specific needs of each customer ... even when it comes to an intercontinental move.
An industrial target and a challenge for mobility
In 2013, COURBIS Corporation purchased one of the largest Tung Yu tilting compression molding press.
It was designed for their new production site in China.
This tilting machine, which was initially intended for the molding of site vehicle engine hoods, was a major challenge and still offers us today a new challenge to face.
The story of a journey
This machine was installed and commissioned in Beijing in January 2014. It has traveled across the world and is now in full production in France.
The COURBIS company has decided to move its Chinese plant to Europe.
The machine has traveled almost 10,500 km by getting full teams of engineers and agents on board.
Logistics was ensured despite the sanitary measures.
The compression molding press started producing again in a new building intended for this purpose.
A consistent all-round service
REP was there seven years after the machine was sold.
We assisted COURBIS throughout this comprehensive venture, which was impacted by the sanitary and climatic hazards.
We had to face various structural constraints (roof opening, electrical connection, pit, etc.).
Our support was required from the disassembly to the final commissioning of the machine.
Updating the press and the training of the staff were also part of the revamping package.
The relocation goal is reached
After having spent part of its life on producing site vehicle engine hoods, this well-travelled press, TYC-8x4-A-S-PCD-UP, is now adapted to a completely new market: the manufacture of large-sized parts for the leisure industry and utility vehicles.
A Journey, an Overall Makeover and a New Life!
The move in a few words:
- A journey of more than 10,500 km
- The shipment of a more than 8-meter-high compression molding press (almost 75 tons)
- On-site assistance despite the sanitary measures necessary in a pandemic
- Reactive and full support until the first part was molded (within less than 2 months)
Discover the detailed example of this technically sophisticated press
and the associated customer testimonial.
What about you? What's your project?
Feel free to contact us!
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Rubber Molding Automation!
Content:
- Key points for asking the right questions when considering automated production
- Functions that could be automated directly on injection molding presses
- Examples of complete automated cells.
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Soluciones Automatizadas en la Inyección de Caucho
Programa de la presentación:
- Puntos clave para plantear las preguntas correctas al considerar la producción automatizada.
- Funciones que podrían automatizarse directamente en las prensas de moldeo por inyección.
- Ejemplos de células automatizadas completa
Welcome to REP! Peter WEIHS takes over the After-Sales Service Management of our German subsidiary.
REP international is pleased to introduce Peter Weihs as the new Service Manager of its subsidiary, REP Germany.
Peter WEIHS holds a degree in industrial engineering and has more than 15 years of proven experience with machine manufacturers and companies in the field of automation technology. During this time he also worked on projects in the rubber industry. Some of you may already know him! We are very pleased to have him on board and are looking forward to introducing him to you in person soon.
Peter and the whole team of REP Germany will keep on doing their utmost to support you in the best possible way in all your questions and projects.
We are pleased to announce that Apena-Remont joined our service network in 2020!
Our network is expanding with a new service and spare parts agent in Poland
Poland is a strong and important market for REP.
The company APENA-REMONT was founded more than 22 years ago and is located in Bielsko-Biala. They are specialized in repairs and maintenance of machines and industrial equipment.
It is very important to offer a local service organization to our customers to reduce response and travelling times, especially during the COVID19 pandemic, when travelling between countries is much more difficult.
Maintaining and developing local representation and expertise has always been part of REP's policy and we will continue our efforts to expand our network and ensure a top class service everywhere.
Welcome to Apena-Remont Sp. z o.o. !
A few words from Thorsten JUST, REP Deutschland
" To take over the service for REP in Poland, APENA-Remont's technicians have been trained since the beginning of 2020 and finished their final training in July in Germany.
Apena-Remont is now operational and will officially start their service by the 1st of August.
From now on Apena Remont will work hand in hand together with REP Germany, who is covering the sales side for Poland.
Welcome on board Apena-Remont. We are looking forward to working together in Poland to keep "rubber in motion" !
OPEN House/Tech Day in Kodak TN on August 23rd 2019 from 2 pm to 7 pm
We would be pleased to have you attend and celebrate this newest milestone in the REP family of affiliates!
Expect running demonstrations of equipment, technical talks and an opportunity to view our new facility, latest press offerings and speak with clients and partners alike in an atmosphere of growth and partnership.
We are located at 310 Katom Drive, Kodak Tennessee 37764.
A few words from the president of REP Corporation:
" We have finalized the move to our new North American Headquarters in Kodak TN. This move has been in an effort to serve our customer base from a more strategically located ‘center’ of the industry and as emerging markets gravitate to a more southerly locale. This places REP Corporation into a further leadership role in remaining responsive, agile and accessible.
Our ability to deliver parts, service and operate all of our administrative functions and keep an operational Sales Showroom will ensure REP stays in the forefront of our new and existing clients planning."
ROMANIA: Brasov, home to our new agent
Plastics Bavaria SRL joined REP international’s sales network in March 2019
Plastics Bavaria is a medium-sized company founded in 2003. It is renowned for its comprehensive expertise in the field of injection molding.
Joint Interview of the New Partners
" When looking at the premium brands Plastics Bavaria is representing in it’s already 16 year-long activity in Romania, it was only natural to turn to REP as it is the world leader in rubber injection. REP fits perfectly along international brand names like KraussMaffei, Motan Colortronic or Regloplas. Our customers are the winners of this joint effort because they have now access to world class rubber processing equipment, service and services from one supplier, all at very competitive prices."
Radu Mares, C.E.O. (Plastics Bavaria)
Stewart Knight, Sales Manager (REP international):
"The commercial success of REP in Romania in recent years brought the necessity of having a local partner to communicate directly with our new customers. PLASTICS BAVARIA and REP share the same thirst for EXCELLENCE so when the opportunity arose, the companies came together naturally. The speed at which this partnership is developing is due not only to technical respect and competences, but also to the people involved, working as a team."”
INDIA: New Vice President of Sales & Operational Marketing
Mr. Ashok H.S. has recently joined REP Machines India Private Limited in Bangalore as VP of Sales.
He will be in charge of the management of REP India.
Backed by the local team and the French sales area manager, he strives for enhanced business and intensified customer care to increase our presence on the Indian market.
You’ll have the opportunity to meet our new team member during the K exhibition in Düsseldorf (Germany), from October 16th to 23rd!
A few words from Ashok
"After 19 years’ experience in the field of Indian and European machine engineering, manufacturing and sales, I am glad to be a part of REP International family, since REP is a special organization, providing innovative solutions. REP works in partnership with the customers and REP focuses on customer satisfaction and quality“.
Ashok followed a technical training course at our headquarters in France during several weeks.
The New Generation of Multi-Station Injection Moulding Presses is available
Much awaited, the first CMX machine was already shipped to a North American Customer
Why is it Called CMX?
CMX replaces the former CMS machine (Compact-Multi-Station)
where X stands for 10 in Roman numerals (because of G10!) and mirrors the cross-shaped machine design with its 4 work stations.
The Utmost Solution by REP with Optimized Efficiency
The CMX is intended for highly profitable large-scale rubber part productions. It integrates the automation technology of the latest generation 10 including all 4.0 functions for increased profitability and production management.
The multi-station design allows simultaneously combining the injection, curing and demoulding processes, thus leading to a 90% increase in productivity when compared to a single station press and a 68% increase in productivity compared with a press equipped with a double plate stripping kit.
The reduced number of mould cavities makes automation easier, reduces tooling costs and helps better controlling the injection and curing settings.
A Highly Flexible System
- Injection of different shot capacities on each of the 4 moulds,
- Use of different moulds,
- Operation with 1, 2 or 3 moulds.
- Particularly fast mould change (10 minutes for all 4 moulding tools)
More info on the CMX dedicated page
Expert Guidance
Our Process and Application Engineers are ready to perform a comparative study to show you to what extent the CMX can help you achieve enhanced production output and improve your process efficiency
Please feel free and contact us for any need you might have
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