Production of sandwich panels for the construction sector
Panels & insulation
High-strength single wall panels from composite materials
From foam core insulation boards to architectural cladding to high density fiberboard flooring, today’s construction industry has multiple uses for composite panels. IPCO is a trusted supplier to advanced thermoplastic composites manufacturing companies, through our ThermoPress continuous double belt press machines which produce high strength panels at the speed and quality the sector needs.
How IPCO double belt press machines address the challenges in thermoplastic composite panels manufacturing
Maximizing the strength of panel boards for construction
By providing precision pressure controlled thermopressing on a double belt press, IPCO machinery helps sandwich panels manufacturers deliver the high-strength, low maintenance, weather resistant panels that the building industry wants.
Incorporating core insulation
ThermoPress is used to facilitate the manufacturing of foam core insulation panels that offer excellent mechanical, thermal, and environmental properties – reducing the amount of energy required to heat and or cool the building.
Enabling accelerated installation and construction
IPCO solutions enable manufacturers to embed smart sensors into panel cores or add wiring. Once on site, these panels can then be installed without requiring further work by electricians or other skilled traders, accelerating the overall construction process.
Minimizing production downtime
With demand for composite honeycomb sandwich panels still growing, manufacturers can optimize their efficiency by keeping production lines operating at all times. IPCO developed the world’s first continually operating double belt press – setting the standard for the industry – and our products offer excellent wear and corrosion resistance. This helps ensure that downtime is minimized.
Facilitating rapid production
With IPCO technology, our clients have produced panels up to 53’ long and 9’ wide, at impressive speeds. Single wall insulated panels can be up to 40’ long. Supporting the use of sustainable materials More and more panel boards are now being made from sustainable materials such as cork or incorporating eco core insulation. We work closely with innovative manufacturers to optimize our double belt presses to produce boards from these materials.
Providing rapid global support
With service technicians and technical experts in 25 countries worldwide, IPCO clients benefit from ongoing operational support and rapid responses to any issues. We also offer preventative maintenance including site inspections. When repairs are needed, we have specialist equipment and patented tools on-hand to fix things fast.
IPCO solutions for panels and insulation
Expertise and experience
150
Double-belt presses installed worldwide.
Single insulated wall panels
40' long
Simplifying the building process.
Recyclable
100%
Panels made from thermoplastic composite materials support sustainable construction.
Applying thermoplastic composite expertise for construction use
Durable, versatile and offering thermal management, composite panels are at the heart of more and more building projects. The construction industry wants panels that offer maximum strength, insulation and size which challenges panel manufacturers to raise their game. IPCO’s experience in the thermoplastic composites manufacturing sector makes us ideal partners, providing double belt presses that offer reliability, enabling near-constant operation at high speeds. So that the construction industry can produce panels of the right quality and in the quantities that the building industry needs.
Industry trust
Operating in 25 countries with dedicated sales and service teams
150 double belt presses installed worldwide
Highly innovative, supporting production of panels with smart sensors embedded.
Suitable for different materials
Versatile ThermoPress solutions can work with materials including foam, fiberglass, HDF, carbon fiber, cork and expanded polystyrene, for insulating cores
Ability to set different temperatures and pressures for different stages of the sandwich panel production line
Proven production of bio-based composites for high-performance materials.
Global service and support
24x7 service line for rapid response to issues
Regular inspections and proactive maintenance
Bespoke specialist machinery for band repairs.
Industry processes
Processes we support
IPCO solutions
Solutions we provide
IPCO as a partner
Supporting innovation in the production of composite insulation panels
When you are considering buying a double belt press for panel production from IPCO, you can be confident you will be able to draw on our experience and expertise on an ongoing basis – from the development of new thermoplastics and thermoplastic composites in our productivity centers to helping our customers maximize belt lifetime and plant productivity through our global service operation.
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