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CAMX 2021 exhibit preview: C.A. Litzler

C. A. Litzler thermoplastic prepreg machines are designed to enable lower-cost, thermoplastic prepregs for automotive and aerospace applications.

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CA Litzler thermoplastic prepreg machine for CAMX composites expo 2021
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C. A. Litzler Co. Inc. (Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.) highlights its improved, standard thermoplastic prepreg machines. The systems are available for use with water-based resins, various fibers and can produce prepreg at various widths.

Features of the system include:

  • Fiber saturation and impregnation
    • Stainless steel, recirculating slurry dip tanks using CFD modeling
    • Mixing and distribution manifolds
    • Submerged rollers to encourage wetting
  • Water/solvent removal and resin pre-heating
    • Infrared ovens are used because they do not disturb the resin distribution
  • Heated die
    • Precision machined to maintain/improve resin distribution
    • Uniform temperature distribution across and along the web for uniform penetration and wetting
  • Servo-driven compaction rolls for improved surface finish
  • Litzler Automation control systems and graphical interface are reliable and easy to use.

C.A. Litzler also offers experience in dryer technology, superior compaction rolls and tow spreading experience. 

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