Worksite Improvement Case Studies

Plastic molding workplaces

Friction opens up holes in the hose, preventing stable supply of raw materials.

When transporting the raw material resin pellets from the dryer to the molding machine, holes can open up in the hose due to friction. While we are taking emergency measures to enable continued use, we have nevertheless been unable to supply the required volumes, molding defects have occurred, and the time set aside for emergency measures could be better utilized.

We tested the TOYOTOP-E 100℃ hose with its heat tolerance of 100℃ and resistance to friction. The hose bending parts where holes most easily appeared no longer get the holes, enabling stable transport. In addition, the antistatic function prevents uneven mixing due to static electricity, which leads to reduction in defects and other trouble due to raw material shortages, and to improved productivity.