Distribution of liquid 2-component plastics (silicones, polyurethanes, epoxies) for molding technology, mold making and casting technology.
KauPo Plankenhorn GmbH
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About KauPo Plankenhorn
KauPo Plankenhorn is a specialist distributor and project partner for molding technology with rubber and polyurethane systems. As a distribution partner of Smooth-On (Easton, Pennsylvania) — a manufacturer of cold-curing 2-component plastics — KauPo has been in the market since 1998 and is today the largest supplier of Smooth-On products in Europe. The product range includes condensation-curing and addition-curing silicone rubbers (including Mold Max, Dragon Skin, Ecoflex), polyurethane rubbers and casting resins (VytaFlex, Smooth-Cast, Task), polyurethane brush-on resins and foams, epoxy resins and adhesives, acrylic polymer systems (polymer gypsum), modeling clays, body-casting products as well as equipment for mold making and casting technology. These systems are used, among other things, in the production of reusable wet-cast concrete molds for architecture and architectural concrete, in reusable silicone vacuum bags for FRP/composites processing (wet lamination, infusion, prepreg), in restoration and stucco work, sculpture and art, theater and film, model and prototype making as well as orthopedics. The offering includes technical consulting, application support, on-site project support by field staff, training courses (KAUPO Akademie) and a webshop. Customers include industrial users, trades, art and hobby users throughout Europe.
- Processes
- Molding technology / mold making with silicone and polyurethane systems (distribution of materials, Production of reusable silicone vacuum bags for FRP processing (wet lamination, infusion,, Production of reusable wet-cast concrete molds made of VytaFlex polyurethane rubber and, Body casting with skin-compatible silicones and alginates (orthopedics, make-up FX), Technical consulting / application support for molding technology, Technical consulting, Application consulting, On-site project support by field staff
- Materials
- Silicone rubber (condensation-curing, Mold Max series, Mold Max 14NV/25/Stroke/T-series,, Silicone rubber (addition-curing, Smooth-Sil, Mold Star, Sorta-Clear, Rebound, Dragon Skin,, Polyurethane rubber (VytaFlex series Shore A 10-60, PMC, Formlastic, Brush-On, Clear Flex, ECON,, Polyurethane casting resin (Smooth-Cast series, Task series, Feather Lite, Crystal Clear, Smash!, Polyurethane brush-on resin (Plasti-Paste II, Shell Shock, UreCoat), Polyurethane foam (Foam-It!, FlexFoam-It! series), Epoxy resin (EpoxAmite, EpoxaCast, EpoxaCoat, Tarbender, Habitat, Epsilon, XTC-3D Print,, Epoxy adhesive (MetalSet A4, EA-40, Super Instant, PC-3, MT-13)
- Industries
- Concrete + architecture, Stucco + restoration, Sculpture + art, Theater + film, Model + prototype, Composites
- 01
Manufacture of the 2-component plastics by Smooth-On (Easton, PA, USA)
- 02
Import and distribution by KauPo Plankenhorn
- 03
Technical consulting and application consulting
- 04
On-site project support by field staff
- 05
Distribution via webshop and direct sales
- 06
Training courses and application videos (KAUPO Akademie)
Material systems and processes
Silicone rubber, condensation-curing (Mold Max series)
Versatile, inexpensive multi-purpose silicones with high tear strength for mold making and special effects; suitable for molding and casting of gypsum, wax, low-melting-point metals and synthetic resins.
Silicone rubber, addition-curing (Dragon Skin, Ecoflex, Mold Star,
High-performance silicones for mold making, special effects, vacuum bags and orthopedic technology with high tear and elongation strength.
Polyurethane rubber (VytaFlex series Shore A 10-60)
For reusable wet-cast concrete molds made of concrete, UHPC and SCC with dense cell structure, good release properties and long mold life.
Polyurethane casting resin (Smooth-Cast, Task, Crystal Clear)
Universally applicable casting resins for detail-accurate reproductions in standard and high-performance versions.
Polyurethane brush-on resin (Plasti-Paste II, Shell Shock)
For lightweight and rigid support molds or reproductions.
Polyurethane foam (Foam-It!, FlexFoam-It!)
For soft cushioning, rigid fillings and lightweight reproductions.
Epoxy resin (EpoxAmite, EpoxaCast, Tarbender, Epsilon)
For vacuum infusion, gel coat, encapsulation, coating and as kneading compound in mold making and lightweight construction.
Epoxy adhesive (MetalSet A4, EA-40, Super Instant)
For use in shipping, military, aviation and archery.
Acrylic polymer systems / polymer gypsum (Acrylic One, Forton VF-774)
Versatile system for model, mold and sculpture making.
Alginate (ALJA-SAFE)
Skin-compatible molding material for body castings in orthopedics and make-up FX.
EZ-Spray spray system (sprayable silicones and polyurethanes in dual cartridges)
Automatic bubble-free mixing in the cartridge for fast spraying of silicone shells and coatings.
Modeling clays (Monster Clay, Chavant NSP, Super Sculpey)
Modeling clays for sculpture, model making and mold making.
Applications and components
Inside the production
Industries
Processes & technical limits
| Processes | Tolerance | Max. part | Weight | Lot size | Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molding technology / mold making with silicone and polyurethane systems (distribution of materialsPlastics | – | – | – | – | Condensation-curing silicone rubber, Addition-curing silicone rubber, Polyurethane rubber, Polyurethane casting resin, Polyurethane brush-on resin, Polyurethane foam, Epoxy resin, Epoxy adhesive, Acrylic polymer systems, Polymer gypsum |
| Production of reusable silicone vacuum bags for FRP processing (wet lamination, infusion,Plastics | – | – | – | – | Epoxy resin, Polyester resin, Prepreg, Silicone |
| Production of reusable wet-cast concrete molds made of VytaFlex polyurethane rubber andCasting | – | – | – | – | Polyurethane rubber (Shore A 10-90), Concrete, UHPC, SCC, Gypsum |
| Body casting with skin-compatible silicones and alginates (orthopedics, make-up FX)Plastics | – | – | – | – | Silicone, Alginate |
| Technical consulting / application support for molding technologyEngineering | – | – | – | – | – |
5 Anlagen & Maschinen
| Machine | Manufacturer / model | Quantity | Working area | Year built | Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixing/spraying machine for 2-component silicones | TOPGEAR SILCON SIX | – | – | – | – |
| Spray gun for dual cartridges (EZ-Spray system) | Smooth-On EZ-SPRAY JR. spray gun | – | – | – | – |
| Vacuum pump / vacuum chamber for degassing | – | – | – | – | – |
| Rotational casting machine | – | – | – | – | – |
| Dispensing guns for dual cartridges | – | – | – | – | – |
Additional services
Reference customers
History
- 1895
Smooth-On (contract partner manufacturer, Easton, Pennsylvania) has been developing cold-curing 2-component plastics since 1895
- 1998
KauPo Plankenhorn becomes a distribution partner of Smooth-On; today the largest supplier of Smooth-On products in Europe