ROTOFLEX Project Brochure

The Rotoflex project, which is supported by the EC's Seventh Framework Programme, is aimed at increasing flexibility in product design and integrity for the SME Rotational Moulding Sector. The project objectives are as follows:

- Development of an automated feed system for polymer, additives, and coolants direct to the rotating mould at any point in the cycle. This will allow the production of: multilayer parts for enhanced product performance, fibre-reinforced composites and facilitate automatic and controlled internal mould cooling
- Decreasing the processing cycle time by as much as 30% through automated feeding in the loading, heating, cooling, demoulding cycle. Reduced thermal stress to the polymer will allow use of engineering plastics for value added applications and improved dimensional stability.
- Quantification of the rotomoulding process through the use of simulation software, leading to improved process understanding, control, and product quality

This a 3 year project, due to complete in 2012. The Project Consortium has developed an introductory brochure for the project, which can be viewed HERE.

The project website can be viewed HERE

For further information, please contact Tim Marsden; [email protected]