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Purging Compound Insights And Tips

Topic: Defects

Customer FAQ: Why Do I Need to Purge If I Only Process Black Resins?

In my career in plastics processing and working for Asaclean, I've run into many examples of..

Why You Should Use Purging Compounds for Screw Pushes in Medical Extrusion Applications

One of the routine challenges Medical Extrusion processors face is the need to overhaul screw..

How to Have Faster Changeovers when Extruding Super Engineering Resins

Extrusion processors of the high temperature Super Engineering resins are faced with difficult..

Is Your Thermoplastic Extruder Getting Worn Out?

Thermoplastic extruders are the workhorses of the plastics industry. In many plants they are..

How to Avoid Material Degradation at Start-Up

Material degradation is a costly concern for all thermoplastic processors. Contamination causes..

Injection Molding Troubleshooting: Focusing on the Non-Return Valve

Most conventional thermoplastic molding machine injection units consist of a screw, non-return..

The Advantages of Vented Barrels and Proper Purging Technique

Many processors take advantage of the benefits a vented barrel can provide. Commonly found in..

Resolving Defects – Elimination of Cloudiness or Haze in Your Molded Parts

Haziness or cloudiness in molded parts is one of the most common injection molding defects. When

Managing Your Purging Compound Inventory to Avoid a Sudden Shortage

In the day-to-day business of selling purging compounds and managing customer accounts, there..

The Importance of Plugging the Vents During a Purge Sequence

While working with many compounders in North America, it has come to my attention that the..