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Latest · 22 Jul 2026 · 7 min read
Managing Ultrasonic Welding Noise: Enclosures That Work
Ultrasonic welders run above the range of human hearing — so why are they audible? A practical guide to welding noise, exposure limits and sound enclosure options.
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3 articles8 Jul 2026 · 7 min read
Ultrasonic Tooling Explained: Horns, Boosters and Convertors
The convertor, booster and horn are the working heart of every ultrasonic welder. Here is what each component does, how amplitude gain works, and how to keep a stack healthy.
24 Jun 2026 · 7 min read
Ultrasonic Welding vs RF Welding: Which Process Fits Your Part?
Ultrasonic and radio frequency (RF) welding both join plastics without adhesives — but they suit very different materials and part geometries. Here is how to choose.
8 Jun 2026 · 2 min read
50 Years of Rinco Ultrasonics - an anniversary that bonds
For 50 years, RINCO ULTRASONICS has stood for innovation, precision, and quality in ultrasonic technology. What began in 1976 in eastern Switzerland has evolved into an international success story throughout the decades. Today, RINCO ULTRASONICS is…
2025
2 articles
23 Sept 2025 · 2 min read
RINCO Shaping the future – at K 2025 in Düsseldorf
From 8 – 15 October 2025, Rinco Ultrasonics AG we will be showcasing the latest products at K 2025, the leading business platform for the plastics and rubber industry. We look forward to your visit in…
23 Aug 2025 · 2 min read
Visit RINCO at PACK EXPO Las Vegas
RINCO ULTRASONICS AG at PACK EXPO 2025 in Las Vegas from September 29 to October 1, 2025 Discover innovative ultrasonic technology for the packaging industry. The exhibition offers comprehensive insights into the latest packaging materials, pioneering…
2024
2 articles
12 Nov 2024 · 2 min read
Techspan Christmas Notice - Holiday Closure Dates
Techspan Christmas Notice – Holiday Closure dates Thank you for your continued business throughout 2024, and as we accelerate towards 2025, here are our holiday closure dates – From the team here at Techspan Group, we…
5 Mar 2024 · 4 min read
Pneumatic vs Electric Ultrasonic Welding Machines
Faced with rising energy costs, many companies have set themselves the target of saving electricity. Against this backdrop, RINCO ULTRASONICS has compared two drive technologies used in ultrasonic welding machines in terms of efficiency and presents…
2023
2 articles
4 Sept 2023 · 2 min read
Rinco Ultrasonics AG at Fakuma 2023
Fakuma 2023 When: 17/10/2023 – 21/10/2023 Where: Friedrichshafen | Germany Rinco Ultrasonics Booth No. A4-4130 From 17th to 21st October, Rinco Ultrasonics AG will be exhibiting at the plastics trade fair Fakuma – the perfect venue…
12 Apr 2023 · 2 min read
Quick Tool Change System - Rinco Ultrasonics
𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘀 Efficiency comes first when welding with ultrasound, which is why we develop user-friendly tools, such as the 𝗤𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺. The 𝗤𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 enables fast and…
2020
3 articles
19 Jun 2020 · 3 min read
Ultrasonic Cutting Food has never been easier
CUTTING AND PORTIONING FOOD HAS NEVER BEEN EASIER – THANKS TO ULTRASONIC TECHNOLOGY AND THE NEW SFC20 The newly developed SFC20 is an ultrasonic converter with integrated booster. Built into automation lines or robot arms, it…
1 Apr 2020 · 2 min read
Helping the fight against COVID-19
We are overwhelmed to see the commitment of many people and organizations to protect and or help people and to contain COVID-19. Rinco Ultrasonics would also like to make our contribution to the containment of the…
13 Mar 2020 · 2 min read
Notice : COVID-19
What can we do to mitigate risks of spreading of COVID-19 ? As you will know, the globe is dealing with an outbreak of a new highly infectious virus known as COVID-19 or Coronavirus. The Coronavirus…
2019
5 articles
19 Dec 2019 · 2 min read
NEW Electrical Motion Actuators (VEM)
Rinco Ultrasonics Switzerland have released the new Electrial Motion Actuators (VEM) - The new ultrasonic actuators offer servo control for integration into special purpose machinery and automated production lines - Ideal for : Cutting, Punching, Welding…
4 Sept 2019 · 2 min read
Visit Rinco Ultrasonics at K 2019
Rinco Ultrasonics AG Switzerland will participate at the upcoming plastics & rubber trade fair in Dusseldorf – K show 2019 : WITH PERFECTION AND PASSION Success is nothing without values that carry it into the future.…
28 Aug 2019 · 2 min read
NEW 35kHz Electrical Motion 35 Ultrasonic Welders
The Electrical Motion 35 is the second electrically driven ultrasonic welding machine in the Rinco range, but the first with an operating frequency of 35 kHz. Thanks to its high precision, it is the perfect partner…
7 May 2019 · 2 min read
RINCO to exhibit at Plastpol Poland
Rinco Ultrasonics AG will participate at the upcoming PLASTPOL exhibition. 23rd International Fair of Plastics and Rubber Processing Plastpol is one of the largest trade fair exhibitions in Poland and Eastern Europe which is dedicated to…
4 Apr 2019 · 2 min read
Rinco Ultrasonics Certified As a "known Consignor"
RINCO ULTRASONICS AG Switzerland is now certified as a "Known Consignor" by the Swiss Federal Office for Civil Aviation (BAZL) At Rinco we are committed to minimizing the delay in delivery to our customers by ensuring…
2018
4 articles
18 Dec 2018 · 2 min read
Merry Christmas 2018
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and safe and happy holidays. Techspan will be closing down over the holiday period – CLOSING: FRIDAY 21st December 2018 at 3.00pm OPENING: THURSDAY 3rd January 2019 at 9.00am…
20 Aug 2018 · 2 min read
Is your welding application feasible ?
For assembly of complex plastic moulded parts, ultrasonic welding equipment can easily be applied to join the parts by welding. Strong structural welding can easily be achieved. Ultrasonic welding is fast and extremely energy efficient. Do…
21 Mar 2018 · 2 min read
Rinco Award from Spühl
RINCO ULTRASONICS in Switzerland - ranked in top 3 suppliers by Swiss company Spühl amongst 23 contenders - coming in third overall ! Spühl was established in 1877 and is proud of its Swiss roots. Spühl…
22 Feb 2018 · 2 min read
Rinco to Exhibit at NPE2018
Rinco Ultrasonics will exhibit at the upcoming NPE 2018 plastics exhibition - May 7th - 11th , Orlando, FL. USA To maintain a competitive advantage, you need to keep ahead with the latest technologies and breakthrough…
2017
11 articles
16 Oct 2017 · 2 min read
FAKUMA 2017 - Rinco Ultrasonics on show
RINCO @ Fakuma 2017 – Hall A4, booth A4-4222 More than 1800 exhibitors will present their international offerings on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the world’s leading technical event for industrial plastics processing. Fakuma…
26 Sept 2017 · 2 min read
Rinco Sales Conference 2017 - we were there
Techspan recently attended the Rinco Ultrasonics sales conference - Barcelona, Spain, September 2017. The conference covered - 'team' strategy and organisation, introduction of new products, marketing & commercial support updates and a presentation of various case…
25 Sept 2017 · 2 min read
Rinco on show at Equiplast 2017
The Equiplast exhibition is looming (Oct 2nd - 6th) - Equplast is recognised as a key trade fair in the field of plastics manufacturing. This show will include exhibitors from Europe and South America. The Equiplast…
17 Jul 2017 · 2 min read
New Website now Live
Introducing our NEW website for all your Ultrasonic Welding & Cutting requirements This dedicated site has been built to better serve New Zealand industry. Packed with technical data, product information and videos, the new site should…
6 Jul 2017 · 2 min read
Ultrasonic Welding Application - Solar Baseball Cap
Leisure & Adventure - Ultrasonic Welding application While typical welding applications are to be found primarily in areas such as the automotive, packing or textile industries, as well as in medical technology, items for the leisure…
6 Jul 2017 · 2 min read
About Ultrasonic Cutting
Ultrasonic Cutting Technologies Ultrasonic cutting technology is suitable for the cutting & sealing of textiles and non-woven fabrics with a certain proportion of thermoplastic fibres. Compared to mechanical cutting, it has the advantage that the cut…
20 Jun 2017 · 4 min read
Ultrasonic Welder Electrical e-motion
Ultrasonic welding with much improved quality Rinco Ultrasonics extends its machinery range with the first electrically driven ultrasonic welding machine Switzerland, June 2015 – With its new Electrical Motion ultrasonic welding machine (working frequency: 20 kHz),…
20 Apr 2017 · 2 min read
ABW Ultrasonic Blister Welder
Ultrasonic welding is being used in an array of packaging applications, including welding of blister packs or clam shell packs. Techspan Australia Pty Limited, introduce the latest ‘purpose built’ Blister Pack Welder – the ABW35 from…
20 Mar 2017 · 2 min read
FPA Actuators for Packaging
Our flexible packaging actuators FPA 4500 and FPA 4500-T are suitable for sealing small, medium and large thermoplastic bags The FPA actuators are suitable for all FFS machines (form fill seal) and we can provide you…
20 Feb 2017 · 2 min read
Work Station Sound Enclosure
Rinco Ultrasonics workstation – with Sound enclosure and Automatic Draw or with Sound enclosure and Rotary Table The new Workstations provides a sound proof enclosure and integrated automatic sliding parts draw, or with integrated Rotary Table.…
22 Jan 2017 · 2 min read
About Ultrasonic Welding
Ultrasonic Welding Technology Ultrasonic welding is an industrial process where electrical energy is converted into mechanical vibration. High frequency (ultrasonic) sound waves, called acoustic vibrations, and transmitted through a plastic part (held together under pressure) to…
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