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UK funding (£399,046): Ultrasonically Assisted Compounding and Masterbatch Production (USACT) Ukri 1 Aug 2013 UK Research and Innovation, United Kingdom
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Ultrasonically Assisted Compounding and Masterbatch Production (USACT)
| Abstract | The project is developing the use of ultrasonics (US) in compounding processes which make use of twin screw extrusion technology. The US ‘competency’ (method, equipment and expertise) is being developed to provide a leading masterbatch capability for packaging applications but will have real potential to be applied across a range of other market sectors/applications as well, such as agricultural, appliances, automotive, aerospace & transport, building and construction, cosmetics and pharmaceutical, electronics and electrical, household and industrial. The US assisted compounding technology is being investigated to assess its capability to improve polymer strength, electrical conductivity, fire retardancy, UV stability, anti-viral and anti-static properties, in addition to delivering sustainability benefits such as reduced energy consumption and the use of a higher percentage of recyclate in the compounding of composites at the end of life. |
| Category | Collaborative R&D |
| Reference | 101272 |
| Status | Closed |
| Funded period start | 01/08/2013 |
| Funded period end | 31/07/2016 |
| Funded value | £399,046.00 |
| Source | https://gtr.ukri.org/projects?ref=101272 |
Participating Organisations
| COLLOIDS LIMITED |
£95,240.00 |
| NEXTEK LIMITED |
£44,755.00 |
| SULZER LIMITED | |
| OMYA UK LIMITED | |
| ELSTER METERING LIMITED | |
| BRUNEL UNIVERSITY LONDON |
£159,051.00 |
| SONIC SYSTEMS LIMITED |
£95,000.00 |
| INNOVIA FILMS LIMITED |
£5,000.00 |
The filing refers to a past date, and does not necessarily reflect the current state. The latest known state is available on the following page: Colloids (2004) Ltd., Liverpool.
