Compounding

Recycling

Coperion Moves to Streamline US Operations

Machine builder is relocating Salina operation to existing facilities in Kansas, Wisconsin and Missouri.  

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Multiscrew

Understanding 'Boundary Conditions' in Twin-Screw Compounding

In twin-screw compounding, the objective is generally to produce the highest quality product at the maximum strand. But sometimes there are operating parameters that prevent this objective from being realized.  

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Compounding

Geon Buys Medical Compounder Foster

Move intended to broaden GEON’s portfolio in the medical market.    

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Compounding

Dual-Shaft Mixer for Robust Industrial Mixing

Units are engineered for wide-ranging densities and viscosities up to several hundred thousand centipoise.  

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Compounding

Fixed Tank Dual Shaft Mixer/Pressure Reactor

This mixer is said to be well suited for processes that require meticulous control over mixing, temperature and pressure in a compact and portable module.   

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Compounding

Compact Extruder for High-Output Compounding, Recycling

Sleek, flexible machine can process PET up to 6 tons per hour.  

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Compounding

Versatile, Cost-Effective High Solids Mixer

PLC controls allow operators to program and run recipes based on speed, time and hydraulic lift raise/lower cycles.   

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best practices

How to Configure Your Twin-Screw Barrel Layout

In twin-screw compounding, most engineers recognize the benefits of being able to configure screw elements. Here’s what you need to know about sequencing barrel sections.  

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Biopolymers

Farrel Pomini, Lummus Team on Pyrolysis Technology

Mixer’s novel capabilities are said to be the key to success of partnership developing pyrolysis technology.

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Packaging

Research Deems Bioplastics, Wood Pulp a Sustainable, Economic Alternative for Rigid Packaging

Farrel Pomini and FPInnovations produce biodegradable compound for molding, extrusion and thermoforming applications.

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