New generation of flowmeters: we raise the standard
Los water flow regulators they are a key component in any temperature control installation, and at MARSE we have been perfecting them since 1978 for more than 70 countries and 80,000 projects. With that track record, “good enough” has never been the goal. That is why we present the new generation of water flow regulators (WFR): a complete redesign designed to take the precision and reliability of flow regulation to a new level.
Every detail of this launch responds to a simple idea: raise the manufacturing standard so that water regulation stops being a variable and becomes a certainty, installation after installation.
What is a flowmeter and why does it matter?
And water flow regulator or flowmeter (Water Flow Regulator, WFR in English) is the component responsible for distributing and controlling cooling or tempering water between the different areas of a mold or process equipment. In plastics processing applications, a stable and repeatable flow distribution is decisive for part quality, cycle stability and energy consumption.
When flow regulation is not precise, common problems appear: temperature variations between cavities, unstable cycles, part defects and, in the worst case, leaks that compromise the entire installation. The precision of the regulator stops being a technical detail and becomes a direct factor of productivity.
The redesign: a fully CNC-machined endplate
The most important change of this new generation is at the heart of the team: we have integrated a fully CNC machined endplate body.
This approach eliminates manufacturing tolerances found in other production methods and ensures precise and repeatable geometries in each unit. In practice, this means that drive number 1 offers exactly the same performance as drive number 10,000.
CNC machining allows us to control in detail each sealing surface, each thread and each internal channel, ensuring that each regulator leaves the factory with the same dimensional accuracy.
Three concrete advantages
1. Greater precision by design
Precision is no longer dependent on the variability of the manufacturing process. When starting from a CNC machined endplate, repeatability is built in from the source, not added later.
2. No leaks, guaranteed
Sealing surfaces machined to tight tolerances eliminate weak points where leaks typically originate. The result is a tight and reliable connection, cycle after cycle.
3. Corrosion resistant
The new generation materials and finishes are prepared to resist corrosion over time, prolonging the useful life of the equipment even in demanding working conditions.
Technical specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Body | PA + GF (glass fiber reinforced polyamide) |
| Endplate | CNC machined brass |
| Settings | From 1 to 12 zones |
This combination of materials provides structural robustness in the body and dimensional precision in critical connection areas, maintaining the configuration versatility required by different process applications.
The same MARSE reliability, at a higher standard
This new generation of water flow regulators maintains the reliability that defines MARSE, now built on a higher manufacturing standard. It is the natural evolution of a team designed to work stably in facilities that cannot afford unforeseen events.
Raising the bar isn't a slogan: it's what happens when each component is designed to perform as well today as it does thousands of cycles from now. The difference is noticeable where it matters most: in the continuity of the process, in the constant quality of the part and in the peace of mind of knowing that the water flow always behaves as it should.
In which applications it makes a difference
The new generation of water flow regulators is designed for any process where water tempering is critical. In plastic injection, a precise flow distribution between cavities avoids temperature differences that result in part defects or irregular cycles. In extrusion and continuous processes, the stability of the flow contributes to a constant sizing of the product throughout the entire production.
In facilities with multiple zones, the possibility of configuring 1 to 12 zones allows the same equipment concept to be adapted to molds and processes of very different complexity, without sacrificing precision in any of them. And in demanding environments, where humidity and continuous contact with water accelerate wear, corrosion resistance extends service life and reduces unplanned maintenance stops.
Frequently asked questions
What is a flowmeter in a temperature control system?
It is the component that measures and regulates the flow of water that circulates through each circuit of the temperature control unit. Without a correct flow rate there is no stable heat transfer, so the flow meter is key to keeping the process temperature under control. You can see the range of MARSE flowmeters.Why is it important to measure flow and not just temperature?
Because the flow rate determines how much heat is actually transferred. An insufficient flow rate increases the differential temperature (the difference between delivery and return) and destabilizes the control. Measuring the flow allows you to adjust the system to its optimal point. Here we explain it: ΔT control.What does the new generation of MARSE flowmeters provide?
A fully CNC machined endplate that improves accuracy, eliminates leaks and better resists corrosion. The result is a more stable reading and longer life, with MARSE reliability to a higher standard.Can the flow of several circuits be controlled at the same time?
Yes. In installations with several lines, the multi-circuit distribution It allows you to measure and regulate the flow of each circuit independently, so that each area receives exactly the flow it needs.Do you want to know more?
If you want to know how the new generation of water flow regulators can be integrated into your temperature control installation, contact our technical team.
