, in many shapes and sizes, and manufactured from a range
of different plastics, can be assembled very effectively using ultrasonic
welding techniques. Forward Technology Industries has established
expertise in this field and can supply standard or customised equipment
to filter manufacturers serving a variety of commercial and industrial
sectors. The company's FTI systems, for example, are used in the assembly
of helmet respirator filters and many types of filter used in automotive
applications. Forward also has experience of the specialist assembly
processes associated with medical applications, from anaesthetic
equipment to facial gas masks.