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Coperion Relocates U.S. Headquarters

Compounding equipment machine builder completes move from Ramsey, N.J. to three other facilities.

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Entek Announces Staff Changes

Compounding machine builder reshuffles sales and marketing team.

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ChemChina to Buy KraussMaffei Group

German plastics machinery maker to remain in place after purchase by China's largest chemical group.

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best practices

Solve Venting Problems on Twin-Screw Compounding Extruders

Compounds must be free of voids and volatiles or else the material will cause subsequent processing problems. Here’s how to ensure your venting is effective.

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Maag Buys Gala

Both companies project 'perfect fit.' Each make underwater pelletizers and centrifugal dryers.

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processing tips

To Improve Feeder Performance, Start by Understanding Three Key Components

These are the screw trough, agitator, and the screw itself. It’s crucial to understand the different types and the advantages/disadvantages of each.

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Chinese TPE Compounder Reshores to Chicago Area

New TPE compounder in the Midwest launched by a Chinese-born, U.S. citizen who already had a successful compounding operation in his homeland.

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From Extruder to Pelletizer: What Happens in Between Influences Quality

There’s a lot more to strand pelletizing than dunking material in water and hoping for the best. Here’s some advice on taking out some of the guesswork.

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EXTRUSION AND COMPOUNDING NPE: Flexibility, Speed and Quality

Extrusion processors need more—of everything—to compete. And suppliers responded in force in Orlando.

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Plastics Size Reduction