Correction on Purging
In our September issue, we incorrectly stated (p. 17) that Asaclean U high-performance purging agent is not suitable for polypropylene.
In our September issue, we incorrectly stated (p. 17) that Asaclean U
high-performance purging agent is not suitable for polypropylene. It
is suitable for most resins, including PP. However, the supplier, Sun
Plastech, Inc., Parsippany, N.J., does have another grade, Asaclean
UP, recommended specifically for PP, due to its greater compatibility.
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