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Film Extrusion: Towers of Power & Sustainability
At K 2019, developments in blown film highlighted recyclable film structures for new applications and technology aimed at making product changes more efficient.
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Start-Up Compounder Seeks Niche in Short Orders, Quick Turns
Peak sets its sights on high-performance industrial and medical markets.
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Compounding: More Digital Solutions Come to Compounding
New GUI, ‘smart machine’ features, user friendly app highlight Coperion’s display at K 2019.
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Compounding: Revamped Line of Compounding Twins
Third-generation iMAXX twins are easier to clean and maintain, and are more energy efficient to boot.
Read MoreSouth Korean Machine Builder Licenses Novel Foam Processing Technology
New technology takes aim at foaming semi-crystalline polymers such as PLA, PET and PP.
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Packaging Converter Launches Film-Extrusion Business
Polymer Film & Bag Inc. will start with three-layer capacity of more than 20 million lb/yr, with additional expansion plans already firmed up.
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Extrusion: High-Output Stretch Film Line
New ‘hands-free’ die control is said to permit fast and easy product changes.
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Thermoforming: Next-Generation Cup Former
Front-to-back enhancements come with no increase in machine footprint.
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Compounding: Quick-Color-Change Lab Twin
Throughout the exhibit, KraussMaffei ran nine different liquid colors, changing at the push of a button, to demonstrate time- and process-saving technology.
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Extrusion: Flexible Coex Line for Barrier, Non-Barrier Structures
System can run a range of seven-layer productss, from high-barrier to all-polyolefin.
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Extrusion: Modular Control System for Blown Film
System can be installed on new line or on a retrofit basis to improve quality and cut resin costs.
Read MoreOf Bans, Taxes ... and Good Publicity
It’s time for processors to be more involved in telling their story to the public.
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