Extrusion
Optimizing Melt-Fed Single-Screw Extruders on Compounding Lines
The main problem with melt-fed extruders that are starve-fed is setting the depth of the metering channel. In this scenario, we describe how this problem was solved.
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Thickness Gauge for 'Wet' Films
The gauge requires minimal calibration and is insensitive to the angle and distance of measurement.
Read MoreCoperion Moves to Streamline US Operations
Machine builder is relocating Salina operation to existing facilities in Kansas, Wisconsin and Missouri.
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Extrusion Guru Darley Starts Consulting Business
Long-time machinery sales executive to focus on extrusion and recycling.
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What You Need to Know About Roll-Cooling Design
Cooling rolls might not look like high-tech machines, but the fact is there is a surprising amount of technology involved in their design, manufacture and use. Here’s what you need to know.
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Automatic Tube and Hose Coilers Minimize Operator Involvement
Units offer higher speeds and efficiencies for downstream operations in flexible pipe.
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US Extruders Adds to Engineering Team
Additions said to “align perfectly” with machine builder’s mission to deliver top-quality extrusion solutions.
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What You Need to Know About Melt-Temperature Measurement in Single-Screw Extruders
Measuring the discharge temperature is not so simple, especially when using thermocouples positioned in the transfer line just upstream of the die.
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LG, Reifenhauser Combine on MDO Push
Resin and machinery companies also aim to look for further downgauging opportunities.
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Extrusion Excellence: This Year's Top Stories
Revisit the year’s most popular articles on extrusion technology and processes, showcasing innovations, best practices, and the trends that captured the plastics processing community’s attention.
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