03.26.24
Schreiner ProTech, a Germany-based manufacturer of innovative functional labels with value-added benefits for the automotive and engineering-based industries, has enhanced its Film-Based Cover (FBC) series, which provide protection for electronic component housings. The FBC portfolio was developed as a value-added alternative to conventional injection-molded covers.
Component housings made of plastic are typically closed with injection molded covers. Unfortunately, this option is often associated with high tooling costs, and requires a certain amount of space during transport and installation. By contrast, Schreiner ProTech’s Film-Based Covers consist of a sturdy polyester film precisely applied and reliably connected to the housing via laser welding. The lightweight, flat solutions offer dust- and waterproof resistance against chemical, mechanical, and thermal stress.
However, it is the beyond-closure benefits that further distinguish the Film-Based Covers. Among other value-adds, the FBCs can integrate pressure compensation seals, and are conducive to subsequent steam-jet-resistant TTR printing.
Schreiner ProTech’s Film-Based Covers also help minimize required production line space, reduce initial capital expenditures, and shorten overall cycle times. In addition, the FBCs offer superior radar permeability compared to solid injection-molded covers, making them particularly well suited for applications incorporating sensors.
“Our objective was to offer a complete solution that not only meets the requirements for a housing cover, but also clearly reduces complexity and effort for our customers,” says Markus Loris, product manager, Protection Films for Schreiner ProTech.
Component housings made of plastic are typically closed with injection molded covers. Unfortunately, this option is often associated with high tooling costs, and requires a certain amount of space during transport and installation. By contrast, Schreiner ProTech’s Film-Based Covers consist of a sturdy polyester film precisely applied and reliably connected to the housing via laser welding. The lightweight, flat solutions offer dust- and waterproof resistance against chemical, mechanical, and thermal stress.
However, it is the beyond-closure benefits that further distinguish the Film-Based Covers. Among other value-adds, the FBCs can integrate pressure compensation seals, and are conducive to subsequent steam-jet-resistant TTR printing.
Schreiner ProTech’s Film-Based Covers also help minimize required production line space, reduce initial capital expenditures, and shorten overall cycle times. In addition, the FBCs offer superior radar permeability compared to solid injection-molded covers, making them particularly well suited for applications incorporating sensors.
“Our objective was to offer a complete solution that not only meets the requirements for a housing cover, but also clearly reduces complexity and effort for our customers,” says Markus Loris, product manager, Protection Films for Schreiner ProTech.