Can automotive high-volume manufacturing processes lower wind blades production costs and cycle times?
HP-RMT and Wet Compression Molding offer exciting insights into meeting the wind power sector’s challenges.
Cannon Tipos and Coriolis Composites merge technological expertise to mold a complex automotive structural part from a single preform
Cannon Tipos collaborated with Coriolis Composites for the fast and precise high-pressure resin transfer molding (HPRTM) of a near to net-shape dry preform manufactured with Coriolis’ patented automated fiber placement (AFP) technology.
Cannon Afros LIFE VICORPAN Project co-funded by EU for CO2 emissions reduction and recyclability of fridges and freezers
The Cannon Afros LIFE VICORPAN project aims to demonstrate how to enhance the energy efficiency and recyclability of Vacuum improved Insulation by CORe shaped PANels of commercial and domestic refrigerators. Photo: Cannon Group.
Cannon Afros introduces OptiWise – an IoT-based proprietary predictive maintenance system
Cannon Afros has developed and introduced OptiWise, a proprietary predictive maintenance system implementing industry 4.0 and Internet of Things (IoT) functions for the optimal operation of mixing heads and pumps, facilitating the best performance of foaming machines.
Cannon Viking to celebrate 30 years of CarDio® sustainable liquid CO2 blowing agent technology for PU flexible slabstock foams
Cannon Viking is set to celebrate three decades of the CarDio® system – a patented eco-friendly process using liquid carbon dioxide (CO2) to manufacture today both low- and high-density PU foams.
Cannon EG-AX system validates easy and economic processing of expandable graphite fire retardant filler for PU foams
Cannon Afros has significantly upgraded its EG-AX multi-component mixing head system that now provides an easier, faster, and more economic processing of expandable graphite (EG) for discontinuous (molded foams) and continuous (sandwich and board panels) processes.
Cannon Ergos now offers integrated systems and machinery for the post-processing stage of insulating panel production lines
Cannon Ergos now offers integrated systems and machinery for the post-processing stage of insulating panel production lines.
Discover the sustainable side of polyurethane at K in Düsseldorf
From 19 to 26 October, visit the Cannon booth at the K exhibition, and find out all the latest developments in polyurethane technology
Speed up your wind turbine blade manufacturing with the Cannon Direct Infusion System
Our Direct Infusion System automates and provides accurate higher volume dosing to accelerate vacuum infusion for wind turbine blades.
Polyurethane elastomers’ superior properties for the Oil & Gas industry with Cannon equipment
Processing top-quality polyurethane elastomers for specific applications requires deep competence and dedicated equipment.
Cannon Afros offers innovative direct resin infusion system to help speed up wind turbine rotor blade manufacture
Join Cannon at JECWorld 2022, visit us at Hall 5 Booth N56, we will unveil an exclusive range of advanced technologies
Cannon Ergos collaborates with Boeing to mould thermoplastic composite aircraft sidewall panels using recycled carbon fibre
Join Cannon at JECWorld 2022, visit us at Hall 5 Booth N56, we will unveil an exclusive range of advanced technologies
Handling new formulations for energy efficiency
Manufacturers of building materials and white goods are continually challenged by the energy efficiency of their products, and in this, the insulating properties of polyurethane play a key role.
Magna Exteriors Selects Cannon for composite space frame liftgate reinforcement
Innovation and sustainability are the concepts driving the activities of car manufacturers, which are investing even more in research and development projects to find new solutions for meeting environmental goals, including emission reduction and fuel savings
Solutions for using graphite as flame retardant for high-pressure processing
Besides preventing the spread of fire, flame retardants added to polyurethane formulations keep gases generated by combustion under control.
New Cannon B-CAST low-pressure dosing unit with integrated degassing extends the benefits of low-density PU elastomers to a growing range of markets
Jon Cannon at Utech 2021, visit us at booth F14, we will unveil an exclusive range of advanced technologies
Cannon EG-AX system for optimum processing of expandable graphite filler used as a flame retardant in flexible PU foams
Jon Cannon at Utech 2021, visit us at booth F14, we will unveil an exclusive range of advanced technologies
Cannon highlights intelligent “Talking Head” for PU processing
Jon Cannon at Utech 2021, visit us at booth F14, we will unveil an exclusive range of advanced technologies
Recycled carbon fiber wins
We spoke with Enrico Rocchinotti, CEO of Innovative Recycling, who told us about the activities and experience over the last year and some of the projects in progress.
Improved cabin comfort with Cannon’s solutions for engine covers
Cannon has developed a wide range of dedicated equipment for top-quality engine covers production. Thanks to the engine cover, traveling in some vehicles is exceptionally comfortable, particularly in the newest models.
A longer mixing system life cycle with Cannon “Talking Head”
Cannon’s “Talking head” houses a series of sensors that allow the operator to monitor its life cycle and perform preventive maintenance.
Recycled Polyurethane: the second life of the polymer
Various polyurethane foam recycling methods can be applied depending on the type of Polyurethane to protect the environment while avoiding throwing away such valuable material
Refrigerator’s production plant productivity improved with Cannon’s patented solution
Refrigerators producers require new injection and polymerization tools for rigid PU foams processing for improving thermal insulation performances and reducing power consumption of the household appliance
High-quality polyurethane elastomers with Cannon high-performance dosing machines
Cannon equipment for polyurethane elastomers grant the highest performance levels and a top-quality product
An innovative plant for the continuous production of thin composite laminates
For the production in continuous of thin composite laminates with a maximum thickness up to 3mm, Cannon has developed a new, dedicated plant.
The refrigerators market evolution
A growing consumption of processed food products – frozen meat, vegetables, dairy products – and a change in the dietary habits of consumers is driving the refrigerators market growth worldwide.
The importance of an effective temperature control in the insulation technology
Challenges for sustainability development and environmental health are raising the bar for PU application in insulation technologies and temperature control is becoming more and more important to reach the desired final product quality,
Which is the impact of new energy efficiency label on domestic and commercial refrigerators?
The new energy efficiency label established by EU will have an important impact on refrigerators market, where companies will compete for finding out the way of continuously improving the energy efficiency of their refrigerators.
Maintenance has never been so easy and efficient
The demand for always lighter vehicles is leading the automotive industry to rethink to the production materials in use: we talked about it with Sanpo Gomu, manufacturer of acoustic insulation parts for OEMs.
Improved quality of PIR insulation board with VertiPass
Vertipass is the new system for the production of PIR insulation board containing rigid foam which features vertical injection of the foam prior to the compression phase in a conventional horizontal laminator
From Rubber to Polyurethane
The demand for always lighter vehicles is leading the automotive industry to rethink to the production materials in use: we talked about it with Sanpo Gomu, manufacturer of acoustic insulation parts for OEMs.
MeetCannon – Digitally on your side
MeetCannon is the exclusive digital place for connecting to customers and partners. On line events, meetings and materials to be, also digitally, always on your side.
Smile again with recycled carbon fiber
In the Medical sector, recycled carbon fiber is being used for several applications, such for the production of dental prostheses. We talked about it with Enrico Rocchinotti of Innovative Recycling, one of the companies which produces recycled carbon fiber for different uses.
Cannon OptiTool – your maintenance and spare parts platform
Easier identification and online request of quotation of Spare parts, and always updated documentation: with OptiTool, managing maintenance is simpler
Innovative solutions for niche sectors: Nitto Chemical
The market of polyurethane raw chemicals is global and very competitive, so no surprise that big global players target those markets where volumes are important. In this scenario, however, some smaller raw chemical suppliers thrive by bringing very innovative solutions to niche sectors.
Keyword: Simplicity – Cannon A-Prima
Discover Cannon A-Prima , the high pressure dosing unit for simple productions, for those who switch from low pressure equipment, or for newcomers and startups.
Tokai Kasei: the automotive market and the long relationship with Cannon
A long lasting partnership that with Tokai Kasei. We met Mr. Nishiyama and Mr. Yabu, production process developing engineers of Tokai Kasei, and we talked about how automotive market is evolving and how companies could cope with this evolution.
Expandable Graphite: The fight against fire
Among all flame retardants, expandable graphite is that one giving the best performance, and is particularly used for public transport seatings
For a silent roar
Cannon Afros has developed dedicated equipment for the production of engine covers with Polyurethane, whether they are totally made in pu or in thermoplastic with an insulation back layer
COVID19 – Cannon doesn’t stop
Despite the spreading of COVID 19, the Cannon Group can guarantee that all the commitments taken and that will be taken with the market will be met on time.
Zero flaws with Cannon Afros’ Dynamic Overpacking System
The Dynamic Overpacking System allows to solve the common issue of the shrinkage of some plastics during the cooling and the polymerisation phase
Flexibility and high mixing precision: Shimazu Kasei and the partnership with Cannon
Flexibility and a wide product range could be the answer by SMEs to the challenge rising from globalization. We talked about it with Shimazu Kasei, a Japanese family company operating in the PU market
A Cannon solution for RIBA Composites’ all-carbon wheels
Cannon provided RIBA composites with a complete moulding island for the production of all-composites wheels
Grommets, a time-saving solution
Cannon developed a whole range of solution for the production of grommets in polyurethane, using a full sensored mould connected with a human interface.
How to maintain a high-quality in the automotive supply service? We talked about it with Faurecia
Establish and maintain a network of competent suppliers and inspire them to improve their capabilities: these are the objectives of Faurecia Supplier Quality and Development team. We talked about it with Mr. Yan, SQD Engineer of the T&E department
Brembo brakes better
Brembo, the world leader in braking systems, and Cannon Ergos cooperate in a EU-Life innovation project to develop a brake caliper for car wheels using high pressure injection of semi-solid aluminium alloy
Which are the automotive industry trends? Which direction is the automotive sector taking? What developments should we expect in the near future?
We talked about it with Massimo Cecchini, CEO and Managing Director of STR Automotive, who told us the story of his Company and the long collaboration with Cannon
Crea Series: Cannon Thermoforming Machine with a high level of versatility
With a thermoforming area of 4600 x 2800mm, the latest thermoforming machine Crea Series manufactured by Cannon Ergos is one of the biggest in the world
An innovative Thermoforming Plant for automotive parts production
Cannon has provided a Canadian carmaker with an innovative thermoforming machine for the production of automotive parts in thermoplastic felt
Carbon fibre stakeholders will visit Cannon in October
Cannon is exhibiting at Go Carbon Fibre conference, the global event focused 100% on carbon fibre, presenting its solutions for mass-production of composite parts.