Extrusion
Single vs. Twin-Screw Extruders: Why Mixing is Different
There have been many attempts to provide twin-screw-like mixing in singles, but except at very limited outputs none have been adequate. The odds of future success are long due to the inherent differences in the equipment types.
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How to Effectively Reduce Costs with Smart Auxiliaries Technology
As drying, blending and conveying technologies grow more sophisticated, they offer processors great opportunities to reduce cost through better energy efficiency, smaller equipment footprints, reduced scrap and quicker changeovers. Increased throughput and better utilization of primary processing equipment and manpower are the results.
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Updated Software Reduces Die Design Iterations
New software said to reduce the number of fine-tuning iterations and die development time by at least 50%.
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Registration Open for Extrusion 2023: All About Sustainability
Check out an agenda packed with tips and best practices and register for the conference focused on helping you get your extrusion business more sustainable.
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Foam Processor Innovates on Path to Sustainability
Nomaco does foam and only foam, innovating solutions for consumers that not only solve problems but are better for the environment.
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TC Transcontinental Installs 'First Ever' BOPE Line in North America
TC Transcontinental Packaging will be installing what it says is the first-ever biaxially oriented PE (BOPE) line in North America.
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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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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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Flexible-Film Processor Optimizes All-PE Food Packaging
Tobe Packaging’s breakthrough was to create its Ecolefin PE multilayer film that could be applied with a specialized barrier coating.
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