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Depending on the process, purging methods can vary. Extrusion, unlike injection molding, is a continuous process. As a result, purging procedures should be performed regularly to avoid issues with ...

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The American Maplan Compact profile extrusion line is for applications such as trim moldings, cable ducts, and cornering strips for the construction, furniture, and industrial equipment sectors.

The equal channel angular extrusion (ECAE) process has emerged as a versatile technique to enhance the microstructure and mechanical properties of polymers. Through severe plastic deformation, ECAE ...

Plastics are widely used across industries thanks to their low corrosiveness, slow decomposition, and malleability. However, these same properties that make plastics so versatile also contribute to ...

Italy-based plastics processing machinery maker says its twin-screw extruder has been built to offer longevity. Bausano says benefits of its Nextmover technology include reduced risk of failure, ...

Accurate prediction of breakthrough extruding force is very important for extrusion production, especially for the large-scale extrusion process, which directly affects the production costs and safety ...