Extrusion
Next-Generation Coating and Layer-Thickness Measurement
Sensory Analytic’s SpecMetrix system can reportedly accurately monitor wet or dry coating or film layer thickness as low as 0.25 micron across a web, performing 150+ measurements/sec.
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AFA Systems Acquires Cooper Machine
Newly formed AFA Cooper will broaden AFA's range in the packaging world, especially for the plastic bag and film converting industry.
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Get into the Zone: Medical Parts Processing
The Medical Parts Processing Zone is a new specialized exhibit area at NPE2018, driven by the fast-growing field of medical devices. “There are a lot of single-use medical devices being made from plastic right now,” says NPE2018 Chairman Glenn Anderson. “Think of devices like syringes and inhalers. Given the aging population, medical device manufacturing is expected to rise 3% each year until 2023.”
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Maco PKG Licenses Dow PacXpert Flexible Packaging Technology
Maco is the third North American licensee of the this technology, joining KRW Packaging Machinery and Ring Container.
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Wide Range of Products for Extrusion, Compounding
Screen changers, gear pumps, pelletizers, pellet dryers and more on display from Maag.
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Conical Twin for Shear-Sensitive PET, PLA
Machine combines low screw speed with high throughputs and can be furnished with a ‘no-dry’ option.
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Redesigned Multi-Layer Die for Precise Tubing
New Guill die can produce tubing from 1/1-6 in. OD for a range of applications.
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Novel ‘Stack Die’ Debuts at NPE2018
Modular blown film die can be expanded to accommodate up to 11 layers.
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New Pilot Line Verifies Web Gauging Performance
Mahlo offers fully operational pilot line for product testing, sample evaluation and technical training.
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PE Film Market Snapshot: Pouches
This high-end film market has room to grow for the technically savvy.
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