Extrusion
Extrusion Without Discolored Specks
Specks are a common problem in extrusion, and avoiding them requires a two-pronged approach: First, figure out how many specks are in the incoming raw material; then minimize those caused during the extrusion process.
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The Cause of Catastrophic Screw Wear
Erratic feeding can be the culprit. This is not uncommon when dealing with recycled material.
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First Film Based on Nylon 410
The first films made from EcoPaxx nylon 410 from Royal DSM of the Netherlands (U.S. office in Evansville, Ind.) have been introduced by DSM’s German development partner, MF-Folien, a leading expert in nylon film production.
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PS Foam Labels Keep the Chill In
Technology to target canned, craft beer and contract labeling companies to start.
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The Limits Of Compression Ratio
Don't rely just on this value during the screw design process.
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Make Thinner Stretch-Hood Films at Lower Cost
WEB EXCLUSIVE: A new, more sustainable stretch-hood solution developed by the Belgian polymer plant of Houston-based ExxonMobil Chemical Co. is now being expanded by the company to the resin packaging operations of all of its polymer plants, and can easily be extended to other stretch-hood applications, the company says.
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Unique Extruder Reclaims Nylon 11 Oil Pipe
A British recycling company has found an interesting application for the MRS Extrusion System from Gneuss (U.S. office in Matthews, N.C.). K2 Polymers Ltd. in Loughborough, U.K., which specializes in recycling engineering resins, is using the MRS (Multi Rotation System) to reprocess nylon 11 regrind heavily contaminated with oil.The regrind came from deep-sea oil pipes that were scrapped after having been recovered from the sea floor at a depleted oilfield.
Read MorePublic, Private Sectors Join for Film Recycling
The Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources and two national 大象传媒 groups have announced a first-of a-kind, state-led partnership to expand film recycling.
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