Quality inspection of plastic parts through thermography at SKZ Würzburg

Real-time fault finder Thermography detects plastic part defects safely and non-destructively

2025-01-15 Source: SKZ | Translated by AI 1 min Reading Time

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The SKZ in Würzburg (Germany) develops, among other things, individual methods that enable non-destructive quality inspection of plastic parts. This also includes thermography.

If you want to optimize your plastic production in terms of quality monitoring, you should take a closer look at the possibilities of thermography as recommended by the experts from SKZ in Würzburg. Here are some details about the advantages of the method ...(Image: SKZ) — If you want to optimize your plastic production in terms of quality monitoring, you should take a closer look at the possibilities of thermography as recommended by the experts from SKZ in Würzburg. Here are some details about the advantages of the method ...
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In the world of plastic products, subtle defects (such as cavities or pores), which are invisible to the naked eye, can affect the functionality and lifespan of polymer products. Without the use of specific testing methods such as thermography, such defects are often only detected at later processing stages, or in the worst case, only when the component fails. The Plastics Center SKZ is addressing this by developing customized methods for non-destructive quality testing to detect errors as early as possible.

Thermography identifies all possible foreign particles

Thermography, which uses thermal imaging cameras, has established itself as a highly effective testing method for detecting defects in plastic parts, as emphasized by the SKZ. As an imaging process, it is particularly suitable for the rapid inspection of products of different sizes. It is also characterized by non-contact measurement. Especially for homogeneous, large-area, and thin-walled products (such as packaging, containers, panels, and pipes), thermography is recommended for quality monitoring, as it further states. The method not only detects metallic foreign materials but also the presence of non-metallic particles like glass, cardboard, wood, and stone. Even plastic particles that are not from the material being tested are detected, experts note.

No interruption of plastic parts production

A significant advantage of thermography is its speed and ability to efficiently inspect a wide range of products, as further noted. Through real-time detection of foreign materials and air inclusions, thermography enables precise quality control without affecting the production process. To optimally use thermal images for the specific requirements of end users, the SKZ is, as mentioned, developing customized solutions. This includes, for example, an option for use in additive manufacturing. The SKZ acts as an independent and neutral partner, helping in the selection of suitable hardware components and also bringing extensive expertise in plastic technology and processing. Interested companies can always contact the SKZ for an initial consultation.

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