Extrusion

Compact Coextruder

Machine is capable of operating as a “jockey” extruder in horizontal, vertical or user-defined set position.  

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Put Science into Glass-Fiber Compounding on Single Screws

There are still companies that compound glass fibers on single screws. The process is considered an “art,” but can be made more predictable with attention to screw design, speed and length, as well the choice of mixer.

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Sikora Adds Development Engineer to U.S. Operation

Measurement and control company hires hose and tubing veteran Chris Johnston.

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Profile Processor Expands Mexico Plant

Michigan-based processor adds space in Juarex, with plans to increase extrusion capacity and hire people.

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Melt Pumps Redesigned to Boost Output

Also said to improve product quality and simplify selection for processors.

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Saw First Warms Up PVC Pipe to Reduce Chips, Dust

Unit reportedly provides a no-noise cut. 

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Updated Machine-Direction Orientators

Film MDOs are enhanced to improve efficiency and reliability while cutting on energy consumption.

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Expanding Profile Extrusion Capacity? Might Be Time to 'Go Dual'

Demand for building products is thriving, and profile extrusion houses are looking to expand capacity. The question they—and possibly you—face is to simply add more single-profile lines or “go dual.” Here’s what you need to consider.

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Extrusion: Follow These Tips to Get Profile Die Design Just Right

Calculating polymer flow is fairly straightforward when designing a die for a simple round profile, but as the shapes get more complicated these calculations can get extremely challenging. Here’s what you need to consider.  

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Take the Guesswork Out of Determining Screw, Barrel Wear

New technology from Glycon takes real-time measurements of screw and barrel wear and provides data to guide processors as to when the time may be right to swap out these components.

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