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Elastomers

Coextruding Blown Film Needs Deeper Understanding of Resin Rheology & Die Design

More film processors are investing in lines with nine or more layers. With more resin possibilities and combinations coming into play, it’s important to learn more about material rheology and compatibility, as well as die design.

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Machinery Innovator Dewey Rainville Dies at 91

Developed numerous technologies in blow molding; involved in start-ups of leading auxiliary equipment firms.

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best practices

How to Split & Clean Flat Dies

Notice a drop-off in quality of your flat film or sheet? It may signal that a die ‘split-and-clean’ is due. Here’s how to get going.

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EXTRUSION: About Your ‘General-Purpose’ Dies

There is no such thing. While dies can be adjusted to provide some flexibility, the fact is they are optimized for one specific output of one particular polymer.

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Pelletron Founder Jerry Paulson Dies

Developed de-dusting technology that is still considered industry standard.

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Packaging

A True Pioneer Passes

Sheet extrusion legend Frank Nissel dies.

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best practices

Solving Common Problems in Underwater Pelletizing

Pellet quality and consistency are critical to any compounding operation. But in underwater pelletizing, a variety of issues can stand in the way. Here’s how to fix them.

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Additives

Chem-Pak Founder 'Pete' Duane Dies

Developed a range of coating products still in widespread use today.

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A Better Way to Balance Die Flow

Use temperature adjustments before making any mechanical tweaks.

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Testing

Color Pioneer Charvat Dies

Long-time SPE member, teacher and consultant.

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