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    1. Thermoforming

    Regloplas dual TCUs can be custom designed

    March 4, 2015
    P200MD Temperature control unit:  A modular design uses two standard temperature control units that can be custom configured for each customer's needs.

    P200MD TEMPERATURE CONTROL UNIT  A modular design uses two standard temperature control units that can be custom configured for each customer's needs.

    WHAT'S NEW?  Dual temperature control units use the Energy Storage Battery technology from Regloplas. It will accommodate water up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and oil up to 660 degrees Fahrenheit.

    BENEFITS  Key benefits include reduction of cycle times, improved surfaces, elimination of weld lines and better filling of the cavity. There is optimized energy balance and optimized energy consumption.

    Regloplas Corp., 269-428-1100, www.regloplasusa.com

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