PVC compounding process: how does it work?
Production and processing
What makes PVC so adaptable? Its adaptability is the result of a key process known as compounding. Compounding is a melting ...
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The difference between single screw and twin screw extruders
Single screw extruders: characteristics and applications
The single screw extruder is a machine that uses a single heated cylinder through which the ...
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PE-Xa pipes: Benefits and Applications
What are PE-Xa pipes?
PE-Xa pipes are a type of pipework made from cross-linked polyethylene using a process of chain cross-linking. The ...
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PVC-UH pipes: Features and Applications
PVC-UH pipe features
As we have already said, these PVC-UH pipes offer a series of features that make them an attractive choice in many ...
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Plastic extrusion compounding: how does it work?
What is compounding?
Compounding is a fusion process that involves mixing different plastic materials together with additives – or reinforcing ...
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What is profile extrusion?
Profile extrusion: benefits and applications
Profile extrusion is an industrial process that involves forcing a plastic material through a mold to ...
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What is an extruder and how does it work?
What is an extruder and how does it work?
Let’s start with a clear definition: an extruder is a piece of industrial machinery used to produce ...
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Pipe extrusion: which head to use?
Dies in the pipe extrusion industry
Before going into the details of extrusion heads, it’s important to understand what a die is and what role ...
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Plastic compounding: process, benefits, applications
What is the compounding process and how does it work?
Plastic compounding is an advanced process that involves mixing polymers with additives, ...
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Types of screw design for plastic extrusion
Design and functionality of screws for extrusion
One fundamental aspect when it comes to optimizing the plastic extrusion process is the design of ...
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