The adaption of microwave heating to the rotational moulding process

M. P. McCourt; M. P. Kearns; P. R. Hanna

The adaption of microwave heating to the rotational moulding process

M. P. McCourt, M. P. Kearns, P. R. Hanna

Queen's University Belfast

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Abstract

This paper details the results from a large European Union rotomoulding research project on the adaptation and development of industrial microwave oven technology to the rotational moulding process. Following computer modelling, an industrial scale microwave oven was specifically designed, manufactured and attached to the drop-arm of a convention rotational moulding machine where extensive moulding trials were carried out. The design and development of the microwave oven and test mould, together with the savings in terms of energy efficiency and mould heating rate that were achieved are discussed.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Annual Technical Conference - ANTEC, Conference Proceedings
Pages	1274-1278
Number of pages	5
Volume	2
Publication status	Published - 2010
Event	68th Annual Technical Conference of the Society of Plastics Engineers 2010, ANTEC 2010 - Orlando, FL, United States Duration: 16 May 2010 → 20 May 2010

Conference

Conference	68th Annual Technical Conference of the Society of Plastics Engineers 2010, ANTEC 2010
Country	United States
City	Orlando, FL
Period	16/05/2010 → 20/05/2010

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Polymers and Plastics
Chemical Engineering(all)

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