Pipe, Profile & Tubing Extrusion
Hillenbrand Inc. to Acquire Milacron Holdings
Milacron joins Coperion, Rotex, and other industrial holdings under the Hillenbrand umbrella.
Read MoreExtrusion: Inline X-Ray of Tubing, Hose
Measuring device and processor system combine to ensure maximum performance during multi-layer hose and tube extrusion.
Read MoreProfile Processor Looks Beyond Windows and Doors
Intek Plastics intends to maintain a leadership position in its core fenestration business. At the same time, it’s on a mission to leverage its expertise in materials know-how, engineering, technology and customer collaboration to become a force in other profile extrusion markets as well.
Read MorePART ONE How to Determine Viscosity Data Using a Slit-Die Viscometer
Using a slit-die viscometer connected to a lab extruder can generate accurate data on melt viscosity at various shear rates and temperatures, a useful QC tool in processing.
Read MoreExtrusion: Software Simulates Extrudate Cooling and Shrinkage
Eliminates need for processors to purchase two separate software packages for simulating the flow inside the die and for predicting the extrudate cooling.
Read MoreGenX Medical Gets ISO 13485:2016 Certification
Processor specializes in micro-bore tubing, bioresorbable extrusions, and multi-lumen tubing.
Read MoreExtrusion: Non-Motorized Puller Assemblies for Downstream Product Handling
Available in pinch-roll and caterpillar designs.
Read MoreDavis-Standard Beefs Up Lab Capabilities
New extruder, predictive-maintenance control system, added to tech center.
Read MoreExtrusion: Compact Extruder Is Potent, Energy Efficient
Small-footprint machine reportedly uses up to 95% less energy/lb of material processed and can typically achieve dimensionally stable product within 20 min. of being turned on.
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