Film Extrusion
LG, Reifenhauser Combine on MDO Push
Resin and machinery companies also aim to look for further downgauging opportunities.
Read MoreLeading Cast Film Processor Adding Blown Film Capacity
Malpack adds two multilayer blown film lines for agricultural, stretch hood and shrink films.
Read MoreMaterials Suppliers Team on PFAS-Free Solutions
Baerlocher PFAS-fee process aid passes muster in resin manufacturer’s testing on production-sized blown film line.
Read MoreHow to Decrease the Extrudate Temperature in Single-Screw Extruders
In many cases, decreasing the discharge temperature will improve product quality and perhaps even boost rate. Here are ways to do it.
Read MoreNew Owners for Alpha Marathon
After bankruptcy, new group purchases intellectual property and forms Alpha Marathon Film Extrusion Technologies.
Read MoreIn Memoriam: Blown Film Specialist Eric Hatfield
Advocate of MDO technology and die design succumbs to Parkinson’s disease.
Read MoreMasterbatch Creates Cavities, Helping Film Processors Boost Sustainability, Recyclability
Additive technology creates air pockets in film during orientation, cutting down on the amount of resin needed while boosting opacity, mechanical properties and recyclability.
Read MoreDeflection Elbows Eliminate Streamers for Large Film Processor
New elbows eliminate troublesome streamers to increase productivity at leading blown film processor.
Read MoreNovel Air Ring Solves Gauge Variations for Film Processor
Crayex installs Addex gauge-controlling air ring built for rotating/oscillating dies on a problematic line and notices dramatic improvement in thickness variations.
Read MoreW&H Expanding Office, Warehouse in Rhode Island
Expansion said to strengthen support and foster further growth in North America, says builder of film extrusion and converting equipment.
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