
Plastics Extrusion | Plastics Technology
Apr 8, 2026 · Extrusion is a continuous process through which parts of a fixed cross-sectional profile are made. Material is fed through a hopper into an extruder, essentially a rotating screw surrounded by a …
Film Extrusion | Plastics Technology
Mar 25, 2026 · Film extrusion is divided into two subcategories: cast film (flat film) and blown film. In cast film extrusion, hot plastic is extruded through a flat, slit die onto a polished chill roll where it is …
What Makes for 'Perfect' Control in Tubing Extrusion?
Dec 1, 2025 · Extrusion is nothing without in-process measurements. But what you do with those measurements can mean everything to transforming yields and profitability.
Pipe, Profile and Tubing Extrusion | Plastics Technology
Dec 19, 2025 · Pipe is formed when plastics is extruded through a round shaping die, cooled in a water bath, and either cut and coiled. Used in manufacture of medical tubing; PVC pipe; HDPE pipe; …
How to Select the Right Tooling for Pipe Extrusion
Dec 20, 2023 · In pipe extrusion, selecting or building a complementary set of tooling often poses challenges due to a range of qualitative factors. Here’s some guidance to help you out.
Best Practices for Plastic Processors | Plastics Technology
Plastics Technology covers technical and business Information for Plastics Processors in Injection Molding, Extrusion, Blow Molding, Plastic Additives, Compounding, Plastic Materials, and Resin Pricing
New Take on Extrusion Creates ‘First’ Long-Glass Composite Siding
Jan 28, 2026 · Custom processor GaMra Composites has developed new profile extrusion technology for producing siding, window lineals, fencing and other products for the construction market. The new …
Extrusion: The Importance of Zone 1 Barrel Temperature
Jun 12, 2020 · Perhaps the most misunderstood part of the extrusion process is the effectiveness of the barrel temperature in Zone 1. In the feed section of the extruder, the solids are always well below the …
Sheet Extrusion Line | Plastics Technology
Feb 7, 2011 · A sheet extrusion line consists of an Extruder (single or twin screw), equipped with a Screen Changer and a Gear Pump, followed by a Static Mixer (sometimes feeding a Coextrusion …
EXTRUSION: Managing Regrind | Plastics Technology
Dec 21, 2015 · EXTRUSION: Managing Regrind Reusing scrap is a necessary evil. But be aware of the negative impact scrap has on properties and extrusion efficiencies. Start by developing a regrind …