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Hot Runners: How to Maintain Heaters, Thermocouples, and Controls
I conclude this three-part examination of real-world problems and solutions involving hot runners by focusing on heaters, thermocouples, and controls. Part 3 of 3.
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Measuring Multilayer Plastic Containers Made Easier With Today's Ultrasonic Gauges
Ultrasonic gauge technology has evolved to simplify measurement of very thin layers in plastic containers. Today’s gauges with high-frequency capabilities and specialized software can make multilayer container measurement quick and easy for ordinary users.
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What is the Allowable Moisture Content in Nylons? It Depends (Part 1)
A lot of the nylon that is processed is filled or reinforced, but the data sheets generally don’t account for this, making drying recommendations confusing. Here’s what you need to know.
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Serious About Sustainability? Make Plans to Attend Extrusion 2023
Come to Indianapolis Oct. 10-12 and let us help you fill up your sustainability toolbox.
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Prices of PE, PP, PS, PVC Drop
Generally, a bottoming-out appears to be the projected pricing trajectory.
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Mold Maintenance, Tooling Know How
The ability of technicians in an injection molding shop to fix, modify or upgrade a mold has a huge impact on that company’s bottom line. With this collection of content, we’ve bundled some of the very best advice on repairing and maintaining injection molding machines.
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Five Strategies for Cutting Reshoring/ Nearshoring Costs via Data Automation
Leveraging real-time data via tools like ERP and MES is one form of automation plastics processors can apply to capitalize on reshoring and nearshoring trends.
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Plastics Processing Business Index Contracts Further
All components dip as index hits low point of 2023.
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Is Your Extrusion Line Due for a Controls Upgrade?
Most processors understand the warning signs that indicate when it’s time to replace items subject to mechanical wear. But they don’t have the same instincts regarding machine control. Here’s some guidance.
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How to Extrusion Blow Mold PHA/PLA Blends
You need to pay attention to the inherent characteristics of biopolymers PHA/PLA materials when setting process parameters to realize better and more consistent outcomes.
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Gear Pumps Alleviate Pressure in Extrusion Barrels
At #PTXPO23 we talked with PSI Polymer Systems general manager Donald Macnamara about how gear pumps help in the extrusion process.
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Foam-Core Multilayer Blow Molding: How It’s Done
Learn here how to take advantage of new lightweighting and recycle utilization opportunities in consumer packaging, thanks to a collaboration of leaders in microcellular foaming and multilayer head design.
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