“Scrub!” – This name was given to a toothpick, presented on K-Messe in 2016 by the German company Pheneo. A toothpick is manufactured in one pass on an ENGEL e-motion 170/100 T electric injection molding machine in a cleanroom version, has up to 500 ultrathin bristles and is packaged in the same installation.

Two more German companies were responsible for creating the technology. An 8-cavity mold for 8 toothpicks was manufactured by Hack, Hekuma was responsible for the automation of the process. The total mass of injection is 1.93 g. At the end of the injection molding process, the parts are subjected to quality control using a video camera, after which the products are automatically packed into 16 pieces. In sachets for sale. Every 4 seconds from the installation comes the next package.

The previously produced traditional toothpicks consist of three parts, which are usually made separately. The new solution allowed
Increase the process performance several times.

Novation also touched the material for making a toothpick. The length of the glass fibers is such that they provide the necessary strength
Rod and handle, but does not penetrate into the zone of tiny bristles. The new technology has ample opportunities for use in the cosmetic and medical industries.