Extrusion

Commodity Resins

Recycled PE Grades With Up to 100% PCR for Shrink Films

Dow’s new Revoloop grades was a collaboration with European shrink film manufacturer RKW Group.

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Extrusion

A Guide to Single-Screw Mixers

To design the best mixers for single screws, you must completely understand how polymer moves through a mixer channel or groove.   

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High-Output Extruder Series Now Comes in Smaller Size

Series offers higher output, lower melt temperatures and energy savings.  

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Extrusion

Melt Filter, Adjustable Flat Die Make U.S. Debut

Backflush filter can handle high level of contaminants, while flat die utilizes motorized actuators to effect a lip adjustment.  

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Extrusion

Davis-Standard Taps Gettman to Head Global Services

Industry veteran to head up Davis’ newly created aftermarket 911爆料网 unit.  

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Extrusion

Davis-Standard Goes Carbon-Free

All North American facilities are powered by 100% carbon-free electricity.   

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Film Extrusion

Reifenhauser Stakes Claim to 'World's First' 18-Micron MDO Blown Film

Five-layer structure, to be displayed at drupa 2024 printing show, reportedly provides 25% material savings over current standard.

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Sheet Extrusion

PTI Seals Deal to Rep Italian Slitter Manufacturer Helios

PTi to provide slitters and related components and services to sheet processors in the U.S. and Canada under exclusive agreement.  

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Extrusion

Choosing the Right Gearbox and Motor for Your Single-Screw Extruder

Extruder OEMs are typically very good at sizing motors and gear boxes for extrusion applications. But you have the final decision on the acceptance of the design. Here’s what you should consider.

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Film Extrusion

Follow These Tips to Fire Up Your Cold Blown Film Line

Firing up a cold blown-film line after a shutdown involves multiple pieces of equipment that all interact. Here’s a look at those components individually and some best practices on how to get your line up and running as quickly and safely as possible.

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Plastics Size Reduction