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‘Breakthrough’ Tech Allows for Fast Sheet-Thickness Changes
New system uses a single-point adjustment to change the lip gap and modify the lip land length at the same time.
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Coextruding Blown Film Needs Deeper Understanding of Resin Rheology & Die Design
More film processors are investing in lines with nine or more layers. With more resin possibilities and combinations coming into play, it’s important to learn more about material rheology and compatibility, as well as die design.
Read MoreMachinery Innovator Dewey Rainville Dies at 91
Developed numerous technologies in blow molding; involved in start-ups of leading auxiliary equipment firms.
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How to Split & Clean Flat Dies
Notice a drop-off in quality of your flat film or sheet? It may signal that a die ‘split-and-clean’ is due. Here’s how to get going.
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EXTRUSION: About Your ‘General-Purpose’ Dies
There is no such thing. While dies can be adjusted to provide some flexibility, the fact is they are optimized for one specific output of one particular polymer.
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Pelletron Founder Jerry Paulson Dies
Developed de-dusting technology that is still considered industry standard.
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Solving Common Problems in Underwater Pelletizing
Pellet quality and consistency are critical to any compounding operation. But in underwater pelletizing, a variety of issues can stand in the way. Here’s how to fix them.
Read MoreChem-Pak Founder 'Pete' Duane Dies
Developed a range of coating products still in widespread use today.
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A Better Way to Balance Die Flow
Use temperature adjustments before making any mechanical tweaks.
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