Pipe, Profile & Tubing Extrusion

Testing 7 Jul 2020

Extrusion: Inspection System for Corrugated Tubing

The ProfilControl7 S from Pixargus, Würselen, Germany, in an inline gauge that reportedly makes it possible to inspect the complete wavy structure of corrugated tubing gaplessly.

Pipe, Profile & Tubing Extrusion 7 Jul 2020

Extrusion: Coil-Strapping System Protects Tubing, Simplifies Handling

Unit automatically and securely straps finished coils of small-diameter extruded tubing.

Pipe, Profile & Tubing Extrusion 22 May 2020

Blazing the Trail In Processing PCR for Corrugated Pipe

Just a decade ago, roughly 10% of HDPE corrugated pipes made by Advanced Drainage Systems used recycled material. That number is 65% now, and growing. Here’s how this processor became a pioneer in this field.

Pipe, Profile & Tubing Extrusion 7 May 2020

Making the Cut: Pick the Right Cutting Technology for Pipe, Tube or Profile

Here is review of popular extrusion cutting technologies, strengths and limitations of each, and common problems and solutions.

Pipe, Profile & Tubing Extrusion 29 Apr 2020

Extrusion: Energy-Efficient Dryer for Complex Profiles

Novel system uses compressed air to dry profiles without damaging or distorting them.

Pipe, Profile & Tubing Extrusion 29 Apr 2020

Extrusion: Flex-Lip Die Cuts Resin Use on Capstock Layers

Flexible hinge on multi-manifold EDI Ultraflex Die from Nordson reportedly delivers uniform weatherable layer for PVC siding, saving more than $55,000/yr in capstock cost alone.

Pipe, Profile & Tubing Extrusion 15 Apr 2020

Graham Accelerates Extruder Deliveries as Tubing Processors Ramp Up

Machine builder expediting shipment of Ultra line of extruders as tube makers ramp up production for ventilators resulting from Coronavirus.

Pipe, Profile & Tubing Extrusion 23 Oct 2020

Medical Tubing: No Tradeoff of Speed for Quality with New Downstream Package

New technology from Novatec packages next-generation multi-pass tank, novel gauging technique, and enhanced coilers to boost rates to 1000 ft/min or more without tube-quality issues.