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Achieve Optimum Dispense Results with New Fisnar DC50 MAX

Ellsworth Adhesives Europe are pleased to introduce the new Fisnar DC50 Max Precision Dispenser to their extensive dispensing portfolio.

The Fisnar DC50 MAX is based on their popular DC50 dispense controller, but with added enhancements. The user-friendly machine functions, controls, and two-mode machine operation found in the DC50 have been retained in the DC50 MAX. This simplified programming enables a dispense cycle to be created and displayed within minutes, regardless of user experience level.

The systems precision regulator and 0-100 psi digital pressure gauge provide precise flow control and repeatability when dispensing both low and high viscosity materials. Additionally, the adjustable vacuum suck-back control prevents fluid dripping from the dispense tip to ensure a clean application.

In conjunction with the launch of the DC50 MAX, Fisnar have also introduced their new FSX syringe stand which is included with the system as standard.

Featuring an improved design, the stand provides better storage of the syringe barrel when not in use. This protects the dispense tip from accidental damage as well as capturing any fluid which may drip. The storage bottle also helps protect the tip from foreign contaminants and environmental lighting that may affect the properties of the fluid inside.

The convenient built-in trays allow for a small amount of fluid material to be purged into a clean and contained location. This is particularly helpful when checking for accurate fluid material flow or when a new dispense tip is attached.

The DC50 MAX Precision Dispenser is available to buy today from all regions of Ellsworth Adhesives Europe.

New Product: DOWSIL TC-5150 Thermally Conductive Gap Filler

by Chelsie Grierson

New to the Ellsworth Adhesives portfolio, Dow DOWSIL TC-5150 thermally conductive gap filler is designed to protect and enhance electronic components.

DOWSIL TC-5150 is a one-part non-curable gap filler with 5 W/mK thermal conductivity. The high-performance product has been developed to dissipate heat from electronics to a heat sink, providing a reliable cooling solution for a variety of applications. This thereby provides protection to the electronic device as well as increasing the operations efficiency.

Like other Dow thermally conductive products, TC-5150 is made with silicone materials heavily filled with heat conductive metal oxides. This combination provides high thermal conductivity and high temperature stability. Additionally, the product eliminates mixing and curing requirements for increased productivity and reduced energy consumption. It also allows re-work to be performed in the component.

DOWSIL TC-5150 has excellent balanced properties of dispensability, low volatile content, and vertical hold stability. These properties make the versatile gap-filler suitable for a host of thermal management applications.

Recommended Applications:

Automotive electronic control units
Processors and microprocessors
Power electronics
Telecom base stations
Power supplies and semiconductors
Memory and power modules
Central processing units (CPUs)
On board chargers

For more information or to request a sample of DOWSIL TC-5150, get in touch with our team.

New Operating Hours for Ellsworth UK Office

by Chelsie Grierson

Ellsworth Adhesives Ltd would like to inform you that effective 1^st May 2023, we will be changing the operating hours at our UK office. Our new business hours will be 8.15am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, and 8.15am to 1pm on Friday.

We are extending our opening hours Monday to Thursday to allow our team to enjoy a half day every Friday. As an employer, we are confident we will see an increase in efficiency, productivity, and focus as our employees will benefit from a healthy work-life balance.

Our warehouse operating hours will also be adjusted to suit this new work pattern. The new opening times for collections and deliveries will be 8.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday, and 8.30am to 12.30pm Friday. All dispatches on a Friday will be subject to parcel size and carrier.

Thank you for your continued support and custom.

Got a question relating to our new operating hours? Get in touch with our team.

Ellsworth Adhesives France Relocate into New Office Space

by Chelsie Grierson

Ellsworth Adhesives France, a leading distributor of adhesives, specialty chemicals and dispensing equipment, have relocated into a new residence in Osny. The company’s new address is: 9 Chaussée Jules César, Bâtiment 406, 95520 Osny, France.

The move stems from Ellsworth France’s unprecedented growth in recent years and will enable the division to become the central distribution hub for Europe.

John Henderson, Ellsworth Adhesives Europe Managing Director, comments: “The decision to relocate our French premises was a logical next step for our business strategy. Our new office offers greater stock capabilities, meaning we are now better positioned to serve our French and European customers on a larger scale.”

Ensuring it is well equipped to accommodate these future growth plans, the new space is three times larger than their previous residence. The warehouse offers storage for up to 100 pallets, as well as more than 35 metres of regular stock. Other important attributes include a cold room with several freezers, a demonstration room, and a dedicated zone for order fulfilment. Additionally, the office is optimised for productivity with enhanced working conditions and comfortable surroundings.

Ellsworth Adhesives established their French division in 2013 as part of a regional expansion. With decades of experience in the distribution of specialty chemicals and equipment, their expert team strive to provide customers with complete solutions which meet their specific application requirements.

If you require any further information about the new address, then please get in touch at infoeurope@ellsworth.com.

Smart Surface Solutions with Printed Electronics

by Chelsie Grierson

What are Smart Surface Solutions?

The ongoing expansion of megatrends such as IoT and digitalisation is pushing the demand for printed sensors and antennas that are applicable to differently shaped surface structures. As an industry-leading supplier of printed electronics materials and services, Henkel are leveraging these megatrends to create smart surface solutions that are not only smarter, but also make a positive impact. They provide full solutions based on conductive inks and coatings ranging from conductive silver inks suitable for screen printing and forming, valve jet printing and pad printing.

These developments have carried printed electronics into a variety of new application fields and opened new market opportunities for smart living, mobility and more.

Smart Personal Hygiene Products

Printed electronics are driving fundamental innovations across the personal hygiene sector. With an increasing geriatric population coupled with rising healthcare costs, the development of novel monitoring tools which increase patient comfort and reduce expenses is crucial.

Henkel’s conductive inks allow for the manufacturing of responsive, disposable healthcare products. For example, their high-speed printable carbon ink is a key element in creating cost-effective moisture sensors that are integrated into disposable diapers and smart bed pads. These reliable moisture sensors detect fluid levels and leakage which can be remotely monitored in real-time on a smart device. The lightweight printed sensor offers both comfort and durability and is essential for making high-quality smart personal hygiene solutions.

Smart Healthcare Products

Similarly, Henkel’s advanced inks are being utilised in the manufacturing of modern medical devices. They have been specifically formulated to be compatible with the human body and various interactive medical gels and chemicals. Biosensors such as glucose test strips, EKG/ECG electrodes, TENS pads for muscle stimulation and various other medical device applications now depend on Henkel inks to provide accuracy, reliability, and compatibility. These advancements in medical devices capabilities have all been made possible thanks to new developments in printed electronics technology.

Henkel have also been involved in the creation of smart shoe insoles using their conductive inks, protective coatings, skin grade adhesives and electrode materials. These insoles serve to measure the interaction between the runner’s feet and the ground, which can be tracked and reviewed in real time via an app. By measuring the pressure distribution, the user can then be advised on how to improve their technique and gain efficiency.

Smart Connectivity IoT Antennas

Printed electronic technology plays a key role in the continued development of printed antennas, including NFC and RFID solutions. Highly conductive inks are being used in the development of in-mold equipment that can be formed into 3D shapes. Henkel is a leading printed electronic material supplier for in-mold electronic solutions that are applicable for the continued development of 5G networks and other telecommunication technology.

Smart Automotive Interiors

There is a growing demand for printed electronics in the automotive industry, with several areas already benefiting from conductive inks and coatings. A driving force for this is the move to lighter products and components in order to reduce overall vehicle weight.

Henkel is constantly innovating the ways in which printed electronics can be utilised in this field. Specifically, their printed electronic technologies are being used for applications involving heating, capacitive/resistive sensing, and inductive charging within the vehicle’s interior. Unlike traditional wire heating, printed heaters are self-regulating and flexible which makes them easy to install car seats and connect to the vehicle through IoT integration. Printed heater solutions use PTC inks which prevent overheating and other damage due to high temperatures, making them a popular choice in the automotive, electronics and building industries.

To follow up on this particular range, Henkel and Ellsworth have partnered together to offer an exclusive webinar focused on Printed Electronics applications. If you would like to participate in this webinar, then please sign up here.

Ellsworth Adhesives Ireland offer special promotion on Fisnar F4200N.2 Benchtop Robot

by Chelsie Grierson

Ellsworth Adhesives Ireland, a leading distributor of adhesives, specialty chemicals and adhesive dispensing equipment, is pleased to announce a special promotional sale on the Fisnar F4200N.2 Benchtop Robot.

For a discounted price of £3,995/€4,495, customers can purchase a complete system containing everything required to set up an automated dispensing process. This is comprised of the Fisnar F4200N.2 Benchtop Robot, DC50 General Purpose Dispenser and manual Tip Alignment Kit (TA360U-KIT). Also included is the Fisnar universal syringe holder assembly (560920U) which is suitable for mounting of 3, 5, 10, 30 and 55cc syringe barrel sizes, and lastly the Quant-X Robot Consumables Selection Kit (QK-RSK) for in-depth evaluation of all the various Fisnar syringe barrels, pistons, adapter assemblies and accessories.

The Fisnar F4200N.2 is a compact and ergonomically designed benchtop robot created to support most general dispensing applications which require a high-performance standard and consistent, repeatable results. Paired together with a Fisnar DC50 General Purpose Dispenser, the combined system is designed to suit a wide variety of dispensing applications from microdot deposits and lines via the easy-to-program teach pendant (included).

To conform to European CE safety regulations (Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC), the Fisnar F4200N.2 robot must be integrated into a safety enclosure (sold separately).

This limited-time offer is availableuntil 31st March 2023 from all regional divisions of Ellsworth Adhesives Europe. For more details or to register your interest, contact salesireland@ellsworth.com.

Achieve Optimum Dispense Results with New Fisnar DC50 MAX

Ellsworth Adhesives Europe are pleased to introduce the new Fisnar DC50 Max Precision Dispenser to their extensive dispensing portfolio.

The DC50 MAX Precision Dispenser is available to buy today from all regions of Ellsworth Adhesives Europe.