Practice- and future-oriented

Machines for rubber and plastic processing

The family-owned company DEGUMA-SCHÜTZ GmbH is a medium-sized mechanical engineering business. We have specialised in overhauling and modernising pre-owned equipment for the rubber and plastic processing industry. Worldwide, the demand for rubber and plastic products is on the rise and so is the need for production machinery. Pre-owned machines have a vital advantage over new machines: faster availability at lower investment!Without compromise, we focus on delivering the highest quality and finest German workmanship through our mechanical engineering as well as our service department. Our performance is based on a strong team with high aspirations. In order to live up to these aspirations, DEGUMA offers sustainable all-round solutions that are proven in the field, ensuring that the right machine is at the right place at the right time.The satisfaction of our customers is proof that we are on the right track.

Winfried Schütz Barbara Schütz Viktoria SchützCEO CFO Junior Manager

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ContentCompany 4History 5Machine Portfolio 7Services 8Advantages 10References 10Contact 12

The special expertise that gives DEGUMA the edge stems from many years of experience in modernising second-hand

machinery according to current standards. To achieve this, we use the latest technology and carry out all mechanical and

welding engineering associated with overhauling and upgrading at our own site. The same applies to the construction and

implementation of need-based electrical controls. That way, we are the single source for all processes involved.

Turning old into newThe bases of our work are the areas design, manu-facturing and electrical engineering. The staff in our electrical engineering department plays a key role in this team effort. Their specialisations include replacing the outdated controls of mechanically overhauled machines with state-of-the-art controls and combining these with new energy-efficient drives. As a result, we get machines that have done a fine job for many years back into shape, so they can meet the growing quality demands of today and tomorrow. The combination of time-proven mechanics with the latest in electronics is tried and tested.

All this requires highly motivated, qualified and creative personnel. Their knowledge and the well- attuned collaboration of all departments are the basis of our success.

The confidence of our customers makes us strong Beneficial to many industries DEGUMA machines are used in numerous industries and areas of production including> production of technical rubber parts

(seals, gaskets, O-rings, couplings, damper elements, rubber-metal bondings, etc.)

> production of rubber and silicon compounds > rubber profile production for the automotive

industry > production of PU moulds> production of conveyor and V belts > production of lightweight components for

the automotive industry (composites)> production of tires> recycling of waste rubber > hose and cable production > foil and flooring production > masterbatch production> packaging industry> food industry

1990 The company was founded in Weyhers, Germany

1995 Relocation of the company to its present location in Geisa, Germany, near Frank-furt

1999 Acquisition of the Kannegiesser mould carrier program for the manufacture of new machinery used in the PUR production. To this day, mould carrier maintenance, repairs and spare parts are part of our services

2008 expansion of the company site through a new, additional workshop building (plant II)

Today we have 5,600 square metres of work- shop and storage area in Geisa, Germany; this allows us to keep a selection of approximately 500 machines in stock at all times

4 Company

Sustainability is the central idea of our business model.

We combine efficiency with ecology by upgrading existing

equipment. Second hand, but as good as new.

Our customers include many renowned companies of

the rubber, plastic and PUR processing industries. We

can proudly refer to a customer base of 7,000 customers

worldwide. Our machines run in more than 30 countries.

Machine Portfolio 7

Many machines are available for immediate deliveryWe generally carry numerous machines of reputable European brands, including> mixing mills> calenders > internal mixers > extruders > presses > cutting equipment > laboratory machines > extrusion lines > special machines> mould carriers The list of our available stock is updated daily and can be found at www.deguma.com.

If a customer is looking for a machine that we do not have readily available, we can still help. Given our extensive knowledge of the market and our large number of contacts in the industry, we can often locate the right machine within a reasonable amount of time.

Solutions for all production stages Our machines are employed in various production processes, including > production of compounds > extrusion, vulcanisation, calendering and

packaging > grinding / granulating> development of compounds and testing of the

specifics of compounds (rheology, tensile and abrasion testing, UV resistance)

> production of blanks> compression moulding and injection moulding> polyurethan foaming> reinforced reaction injection moulding (R-RIM)> long-fibre injection (LFI)as well as trades outside of the rubber and plastic industry, including the production of cake and cookie dough, incense, colours (masterbatches), food for dogs, cats and fish.

The machines can be inspected at our site in Geisa, Germany. If desired, it is generally possible to run a trial with customised products.

We refurbish and modernise a broad range of machines at our site. Here we can cover all production stages in the

processing of rubber, plastic, and PUR, from mixing the basic compounds to vulcanising the final product. Our stock of

available machines is constantly changing, which prompts many of our customers to check in with us on a regular basis.

Versatile and Flexible

We at DEGUMA take pride in our highly efficient team.

In return, we offer our employees opportunities for

professional development, advanced training, and

attractive benefits.

The common enthusiasm for the cause creates a bond

which, in turn, has a positive impact on the quality of

our products. Each machine is a unique piece of work-

manship.

Generally, DEGUMA is the single source for all services offered. They range from preparation of circuit layouts, construction

of control cabinets and operating panels, wiring of machines and programming of controls to the commissioning of the

machines. Thanks to our network of qualified partners, we can also meet very specific customer requirements.

In line with demand and practice We sell machines in as-is condition, partially overhauled or completely modernised. Our range of services includes> installation of energy-saving motors and state-

of-the-art drive concepts for energy efficient and economic production

> implementation and programming of electrical controls and sequence control systems with recipe management (higher process reliability with changing production procedures)

> CE-certification and preparation of technical documentation

> Upgrading of safety equipment and standards > Visual refurbishing (cleaning, sandblasting

and revarnishing) > Add-ons for existing machines / lines (heating

Integrated Competency platens for presses, strip cutters and stock-blenders for mixing mills, tempering units for extruders, etc.)

> Completion of machines with required tool mount-ing devices (extrusion heads, preform heads, etc.)

> Adaptation of machines to local requirements, e.g. voltage, temperature, etc.

From planning to installation Our services include consulting, reconditioning and modernising, maintenance (also service mainten-ance), repairs, spare parts, and after-sales service. As part of our full-range service, we also handle transport to the installation site. We offer commis-sioning of the machines as well as instruction for the operators. This ensures proper functioning of the machine at its new operating site.

This customer-oriented service is provided by our team of technicians who have extensive experience in commissioning machines all over the world. The same applies to dismantling, relocating and recommissioning of machines and plants.

In order to prevent production bottlenecks or loss due to refurbishing or repairs of machines, we can temporarily employ our own machines as loan units.

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DEGUMA also buys pre-owned rubber and plastic

processing machinery. We always consider relevant

offers.

In addition, we offer temporary, fee-based storage

space to customers who are in need of more

floor space at their own plant.

A good name in the industry Companies of the rubber and plastic processing industry all over the world value the service and machinery provided by DEGUMA. Below we have selected three out of numerous references:

Frank Fuchs, PhD, Manager Laboratory & Compounding, Hutchinson GmbH (Fluid-Carrying Systems) “I quickly realised that DEGUMA-SCHÜTZ has a competent team and the necessary knowledge to offer and implement custom modifications beyond standard solutions. Customer satisfaction ranks high, which is also reflected in pricing and implementation of special requests. During each interaction, I felt that my interests were in good hands.”

Jürgen Braig, Manager Strategic Purchasing, Gummi-Welz GmbH & Co. KG (Rubber, Foam, GRP)“We can attest that DEGUMA-SCHÜTZ offers high-quality service and that we are very satisfied with their consultation and support. The assembly and commissioning of the extruder that we purchased from them took place without a hitch. To sum it up: we are extremely pleased with DEGUMA-SCHÜTZ and can highly recommend this company.”

Orlando Nohales, Manager Laboratory Maintenance, Bluestar Silicones France SAS (Silicones)“We planned on employing DEGUMA to refurbish an old mixing mill of ours. This machine had been out of operation for years and did not function. Mr Schütz offered to take this useless machine in payment and suggested to exchange it for one of his machines that exactly matched our requirements. We did a trial run with that machine at the DEGUMA plant in Geisa. After reaching an agreement regarding this exchange, we are highly satisfied today and happy to work with an ‘almost’ new machine.”

10 Advantages

As a globally active business, it is our goal to offer the highest added value possible to our customers. This value is

composed of high-end customised machinery and comprehensive services along the entire value chain.

We place high value on quality work, reliability, expert consultation and first-class service because we are interested

in long-term business relations based on partnership. Ultimately, satisfied customers are the pillars of our success.

Long-Term PartnershipsA pre-owned machine conserves resources without

any loss in quality. When you invest in a machine

from DEGUMA, you save expenses and contribute to

environmental protection.

At the same time, our clients save precious time when

purchasing one of our modernised pre-owned machines.

Shorter delivery times allow for an earlier start of

production. It all pays off!

DEGUMA-SCHÜTZ GmbH · Industriestr. 4–8 · 36419 Geisa, Germany · Phone +49 (0)36967 761-0 · Fax +49 (0)36967 761-22 · deguma@deguma.com · www.deguma.com