Extrusion
Part Two: Determining Viscosity Data Using a Slit Die Viscometer
Using a slit-die viscometer connected to a lab extruder can generate accurate data on melt viscosity at various shear rates and different temperatures—a useful QC tool in processing.
Read MoreMachine Builders Join Forces On Novel ‘Direct-to-Sheet’ Technology
PTi, Farrel Pomini team on sustainable technology platform that combines compounding and sheet extrusion at extremely high filler loadings.
Read MoreCompounding & Sheet Extrusion Combined in 'Direct-to-Sheet' Tech
PTi, Farrel Pomini team on sustainable technology platform that combines compounding and sheet extrusion at extremely high filler loadings.
Read MoreSeven-Layer Line Keys Processor's Expansion
Addition of Davis-Standard blown film line allows Findland’s Rani-Plast to expand customer base while offering greater flexibility.
Read MoreD.R. Joseph Named Exclusive U.S. Distributer of EuroChiller Cooling Products
Units supply chilled air to IBC and air rings to boost throughputs.
Read MoreExtrusion: Online Tool Calculates Gear-Pump Payback
The tool calculates resin cost savings and investment payback time based on a wide range of factors.
Read MorePTi Appoints Fischer Applications and Technology Manager
Aspiring account ‘followed her nose’ to plastics processing and join sheet extrusion machine builder.
Read MoreWhy Barrel Temperatures Have a Small Effect on Melt Temperature
Extruders are not like ovens. Tweaking barrel-temperature profiles will not influence melt temperature all that much. Here’s why.
Read MoreProfile Processor Looks Beyond Windows and Doors
Intek Plastics intends to maintain a leadership position in its core fenestration business. At the same time, it’s on a mission to leverage its expertise in materials know-how, engineering, technology and customer collaboration to become a force in other profile extrusion markets as well.
Read MorePlastics Industry Fly-In on March 27
This year’s Fly-In attendees will hold over 100 meetings with elected officials and their staff on the Hill
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