Dynamic Temperature ControliQ flow control

negative factors in the cooling andtemperature control process

� environmental influences

� clogging of circuits

� deposits in flow channels

� soiled inspection glasses

� fluctuations of temperature and flow rate in the supply

� no lacking connection with the machine control

� no display, monitoring or process documentation

� no information on backflow temperatures in individual manifold circuits

Empirical values for precise temperature settings

For a long time, mould temperature control was a process that was based on a defined mold supply temperature in the mould, and adjusting it required a great deal of experience and pa-tience. ENGEL flomo took the first big step towards smart temperature control. The smart water manifold system measures, monitors and documents the temperature control process.Not only did e-flomo allow for the measurement of temperature and process parameters, it also enabled active regulation of the flow volume. The revolutionary iQ flow control software goes even further by dynamically and independently adjusting the temperature control process to maintain consistent process conditions.

The iQ flow control solutionl

� permanent process monitoring

� active compensation of process fluctuations

� steady temperature control parameters

� intelligent variable speed control if the temperature control unit pump

� fully integrated into ENGEL CC300 machine control

� visualising, monitoring, controlling and logging of process parameters

A large part of rejects produced in injection moulding facilities around the world is a result of errors in temperature control. Therefore, an application-based temperature control process is essential to a stable molding cycle and high product quality. But that is not all: Smart tem-perature control can result in energy savings, lower maintenance costs, and longer service life. This is why the ENGEL development team has been focusing on temperature control for years. iQ flow control represents another step towards a smart and self-regulating tempera-ture control, and a significant increase in process stability.

permanent process monitoring

active compensation ofprocess fluctuations

iQ flow control: completely integrated into thecontrol; visualisation, monitoring,

regulation and documentation of parameters

dirt-resistant

steady temperaturecontrol parameters

maintenance-freetool

ENGEL e-flomo

e-temp: speed-regulatedtemperature control unit

with OPC-UA interface

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electric valves

� shut-off and control valve

� closed loop flow control

� constant process conditions

� dirt-resistant

� fast setting

The optimal water manifold system for mould cooling and temperature control: ENGEL flomo. Fully integrated into the ENGEL CC300 machine control, these innovative compact modules replace traditional manifold arrays with float-type flow meters. You can use ENGEL flomo to measure, monitor, and log all the important temperature control parameters of the temperature control process. ENGEL e-flomo also allows you to actively regulate them. All of this enables you to manage the temperature control process of your moulds in a safe, repeatable, time- efficient and convenient manner.

integrated into CC300

� visualisation

� monitoring

� closed loop control

� process documentation

� data set management for parts

� plug & play

ideal operating conditions

� no water-filter required

� media temperature of up to 120 °C

� operating pressure of up to 10 bar

smart electronics

� fast communication

� short response times

monitored return flows

� flow rate

� temperature and temperature

difference

� vortex sensors

� low-wear and low-maintenance

� soil-resistant

� precise readings

optimised cross-sections

� minimal pressure loss

� allow higher flow rates

� close to the mould – short distances

electric motor ball valves

� central shut-off for supply and return lines

� minor pressure losses

� short shut-off times

� dirt-resistant

central supply line

� pressure

� temperature

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ENGEL flomo

flomo

flomo, the innovative water manifold system, monitors and documents the most important parameters of all cooling and temperature control circuits; vortex sensors permanently monitor flow and temperature. The system does not contain any moving parts and filters, and is consequently mainte-nance-free. The measured values are displayed simply, clear-ly, and in real-time on the ENGEL CC300 machine control.

e-flomo

The smart temperature control water manifold system: e-flomo allows every batch to be produced under constant process conditions thanks to its closed loop flow control. With a simple click you can load temperature control programmes and man-age them via the ENGEL CC300 machine control. This does not only ensure more process reliability, but also reduced set-up times.

e-flomo premium

The smart water manifold system that can be fully remote-con-trolled: e-flomo premium allows you to operate all its features via the CC300 machine control. Direct access to the man-ifolds is no longer necessary. All functions and data are of course centrally administered by the control: Forgetting or mixing up individual temperature control circuits is therefore a thing of the past!

consistent processes and full documentation

flomo

e-flomo

e-flomo premium

Technical features

� Measurement of flows, pressures, temperatures

� Manifold versions:

e-flomo/e-flomo premium: 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 circuits

flomo: 4 / 6 / 8 circuits

� maximum temperature: e-flomo/e-flomo premium: 120°C, flomo: 90°C

� flow rate measurement per circuit: standard 1-15 l/min, optional 2-40 l/min

� integrated into ENGEL CC300 machine control

� available as upgrade for ENGEL CC200 machine control

� thermal separation of each distribution circuit

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automatically consistent process conditions

Based on the measurements of e-flomo, iQ flow control optimises the temperature control pro-cess. Hand in hand with the temperature control unit, iQ flow control independently regulates pump capacity and water volume, resulting in consistent conditions.

� thanks to iQ flow control, only a single parameter still needs to be adjusted (ΔT*)

� simplified and clear user interface on a single screen page

� uniform temperature distribution, even during fluctuations in the process

� for precise ΔT control behaviour in each manifold circuit

� simplified problem recognition (alerts)

*temperature difference between the supply and return line of a control circuit

iQ flow controlthe temperature control process revolution

e-flomo

e-flomo premium

e-temo + e-flomo (premium)

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e-temp devices are perfectly tailored to ENGEL injection moulding systems. They are equipped with an OPC-UA interface and delivered ready-to-use - fully configured with hoses connected. Furthermore, they feature high quality, a compact design and are virtually maintenance free with a long service life. Depending on the model of machine, they can be positioned in a very space-saving fashion that does not increase the footprint of the system.

optionally available:

� clean-room version

included in the standard version:

� complete hose connections from machine supply to e-flomo (up to a max. of 120 °C)

� electrical connections

� control connection via OPC-UA

� iQ flow control

e-temp temperature control unitsperfect combination with iQ flow control and e-flomo

Configurationstailored to your application

*Experience values: Ø 30-40 l/min

model temperature heating capacity pump capacity cooling capacity

e-temp H8100 °C

8 kW

60 l/min @ 70 m* 30 kW @ 60 K140 °C

e-temp H16100 °C

16 kW140 °C

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e-temp temperature control units are the optimal choice for a smart temperature control pro-cess. You can control them with the CC300, making an additional operator panel unnecessary. They are delivered pre-configured with all hoses connected. You only need to switch them on.In the course of production, they are characterised by their low energy consumption, space-sav-ing design, and quiet operation. A clean-room version is available upon request.

speed-regulated pump

� seal-less pump with magnet coupling

� caused by leakage or corrosion

� speed regulation enables energy efficient operation

heating elements withoutdirect heat carrier contact

� no deposits on heating rods

� increased service life

� short heating times

ultrasonic flow volume measurement

� touchless measurement

� monitoring of flow volume

optimised indirect cooling

� minimum scale due to a regulated bypass

� prevention of condensation

communication via OPC-UA

� data interface of the future

� control via CC300

� data and alert management on the CC300

tankless system

� compact design

� minimal circulation volume

� fast and efficient heating/cooling

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Benefits of smart temperature controlenergy and cost savings by using iQ flow control

A practical example clearly demonstrates the energy- and therefore cost-saving potentials that can be realised by smart temperature control of the mould. In the case at hand, using conventional temperature control, the temperature control unit requires 37% of the total energy demand of the production cell. This demand can be significantly reduced using iQ flow control.

Process data for the production of the component:

� machine: ENGEL e-motion 170/80TL

� component material: ABS

� shot weight: 7.1 grams

� cycle time: 10 seconds

� temperature set on the temperature control unit: 50 °C

37%

17%63% 63%

savin

gs of 20%

Energy consumptionwithout iQ flow control

temperature control unit peripheral equipment, robots, control, drives, hot runner, barrel heater

Energy consumptionwith iQ flow control

temperature control unit peripheral equipment, robots, control, drives, hot runner, barrel heater savings

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