Extrusion

South 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

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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Index Dips on Weak Exports, Employment

October’s number drops from September, despite expansion in new orders.

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dies

What You Need to Know to Get into Coextrusion

Key considerations range from determining the right extruder sizes to tooling, matching material viscosities, and lots more. Take a look.

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Materials Knowledge Pays Off at Teel Plastics

Well-equipped and well-staffed testing lab elevates competence of custom processor.

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Sheet Extrusion

Nordson to Open Xaloy Tech Center in Ohio

Sixth new Nordson lab will open in Austintown, Ohio, at a newly built plant for Xaloy screws and barrels.

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Film Extrusion

Extrusion: High-Output Stretch Film Line

New ‘hands-free’ die control is said to permit fast and easy product changes.

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Film Extrusion

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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Film Extrusion

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.

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Blending & Dosing
Plastics Size Reduction