Extrusion

Packaging

Savvy Vietnamese Firm Launches All-PE Laminated Pouches

Thanh Phu’s ‘Veloflex’ converting technology results in packaging with optics similar to conventional laminated structures but is readily recyclable.

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K 2016 Extrusion: Speed, Versatility Rule the Day at K

Shorter product runs mean frequent product changeovers for processors, and suppliers responded to these trends across all extrusion technologies.

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How to Collect & Interpret Process Data in Extrusion

The first installment of this three-part series focuses on proper use of a data- acquisition system.

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Film Extrusion

How to Collect & Interpret Process Data in Extrusion: Part 1

The first installment of this three-part series focuses on proper use of a data- acquisition system.

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Compounding

Auxiliary Equipment Suppliers Take Partners to Boost Extrusion Offerings

Maguire and Moretto acquire extrusion equipment and controls.

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polyolefins

Ineos Acquires HDPE Pipe Maker

WL Plastics is one of the largest HDPE pipe producers in North America.

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Commodity Resins

Alpine Piled on the Layers At K 2016

A record for film blowing at a show: 11 layers.

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Postconsumer

SPI Rebrands as Plastics Industry Association

SPI is now PLASTICS and also has a new logo, which represents the six facets of the plastics industry supply chain.

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Packaging

Will Oil Price Changes Continue to Be a Key In PE Pricing?

Oil prices just rallied above the $50/bbl mark; this, while PE prices continued to decline this month.

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Film Extrusion

Take These Steps To Maintain Efficiency Of Your IBC

The overall performance of a blown film line depends on a properly tuned and maintained IBC control system. Follow these preventive-maintenance tips to keep your system running smoothly.

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Blending & Dosing