Film Extrusion

Testing

New ASTM Standard Proposed For Film-Thickness Measurement

Proposed non-contact method reportedly will help processors get "more precise and accurate measurements.'

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Postindustrial

Chasing the Perfect Pellet

Petoskey Plastics began recycling in 1978 and continues to expand its green footprint by offering pellets specifically for thin-gauge blown film.

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Sheet Extrusion

EXTRUSION: Orientation: The Good and the Bad

Depending on what you are trying to accomplish, molecular orientation can have a positive or negative impact on your part. Here’s how to control it.

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Packaging

LLDPE Replaces Paper In Additive Packaging

The new packaging system replaces paper bags with more robust LLDPE bags.

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Postconsumer

Connecticut Joins Film Recycling Initiative

A major focus of the new partnership will be to increase voluntary participation in the recycling of plastic bags, wraps and other film packaging at supermarkets, grocery stores and other retail locations.

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Davis-Standard Expanding in Connecticut

Extrusion systems supplier adding 15,000 ft2 for manufacturing in Pawcatuck.

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Food Packaging Should Remain Strong

But industrial markets could slip.

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