Testing
Automated Bottle & Preform Measurement, Now with Robotic Handling
Agr International’s Gawis 4D automated bottle and preform measurement system can be further enhanced with robotic handling of multiple samples from a carousel.
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For Best Results in Plastic Color Control – Plan Accordingly
From the formulation of color in the lab to the quality control checks on the floor, using the right process and equipment is key to color matching from start to beautiful finish.
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How to Create and Use Digital Color Standards for Plastics
Moving to a digital color workflow can help streamline production.
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Materials Testing Software for Plastics and Rubber
Lloyd Instruments’ NexygenPlus 4.1 for its LS and LD series testing machines well suited to testing physical properties of raw material prior to processing, and for new design development.
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Exact Metrology Acquired by In-Place Machining Company
Acquisition combines Exact’s metrology expertise and IPM’s expertise with on-site machining.
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In-Line Radar-Based Measurement of Extruded C900 PVC Pipe Reduces Material Cost, Improves Quality
New radar-based measurement technology enables processors to extrude higher-quality pipe with less material. With an automated closed-loop control system you’ll get more output and less scrap to significantly lower costs.
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Level Switches for Light Fluff or Packed Power Problem Applications
Dynatrol’s G Series Type GJ level detector boasts consistent results on plastic powders, pellets, flakes and regrind material applications.
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New Options for High-Efficiency Spectrophotometers for Color Management
Datacolor has expanded its Spectro family of close-tolerance benchtop spectrophotometers for high efficiency in color formulations and quality control.
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Reducing the Environmental Impact of Plastics Through Digital Color Measurement
Digitizing color in the plastics industry can dramatically reduce the need to produce physical samples, which leads to less potential waste, says Datacolor applications engineer.
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Oxygen Permeation Analyzer for Bottles, Pods, and Other Whole Package Forms
Ametek Mocon’s Ox-Tran 2/48 measures the oxygen transmission rate of whole packages at ambient conditions.
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