Resin Conveying
Solving Gravimetric Blender Problems
Gravimetric blenders offer plastics processors considerable savings.
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Cure Feeder Problems in Twin-Screw Compounding
The dilemma for compounders with starve-fed twin-screw extruders is how to keep the formulation constant within the extruder barrel.
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Improved Technology Tightens Your Grip on Materials Inventory Control
Know what's new in paddle switches or weight-and-cable sensors? What about capacitance, vibratory, and ultrasonic level gauges? Are radar or laser systems worth the money? It's time to get educated: Having the right tools for materials management is more important than ever.
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Top Ten Myths About Loss-in-Weight Feeders For Compounding Extruders
Loss-in-weight feeders are the most important piece of auxiliary equipment for compounding extruders.
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Ultrasonic Level Sensor Takes Better Aim at Plastic Materials
Ultrasonic level sensors have had trouble accurately measuring plastic pellets within silos and bins, but new technology can provide more reliable readings and avoid unpleasant surprises.
Read MoreNPE Newsfinder: Materials & Parts Handling
From pneumatic systems that deliver materials to the processing machine to conveyors and handling devices that pull parts out the back, the trend appears to be “smaller and smarter.” NPE 2000 will show lots of downsized auxiliaries designed for mini processing machines, as well as more compact equipment of every size that frees up floor space.
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Small Molder Builds a High-Tech Showplace
How does a small injection molding company position itself to compete with much larger, technically sophisticated rivals?
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NPE News Wrap-Up: Materials Handling
The big show in Chicago presented more new loaders, feeders, blenders, and conveying controls than you could count. They’re more flexible, easier to maintain, and easier to control. Many are web-enabled, and some are lower in cost.
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