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Purging Compound Insights And Tips

Topic: Material-changes

4 Tips for Easier Start-Ups for Large Extruders

Extrusion is complicated. There are countless variables and different processes, and machine..

Optimizing Shot Size When Purging Molding Machines

Contrary to popular belief, you should never perform shots at 100% when purging an injection..

4 Ways to Reduce Hot Runner Manifold Contamination

Hot runners are incredibly useful tools for producing consistent, high-quality parts. But hot..

Repro, Regrind, & Processing Defects

Different plant standards now force us to recover as much material as possible. In some cases..

How Injection Molders Can Save Money Purging Super-Engineering Resins

Super-Engineering resins run at extremely high temperatures and require purges with a greater..

Make Sure The Purge You've Been Buying Still Makes Sense for Your Processing Needs

A large injection molding plant in the Southeast has been buying Asaclean Purging Compounds for..

3 Regrind Tips for Extrusion Production & Purchasing Managers

Extrusion companies have special challenges with regrind plastic. Whether it is sheet, tube, or..

How Back Pressure & Screw Speed Help Your Purge Perform

Back pressure is a huge factor in getting the most out of mechanical purging compounds. It..

How to Achieve Cost Savings in Blown Film Extrusion

Plastics processors have different ways of measuring success when purging. Some care about..

6 Mental Hurdles to Overcome for Long-term Purging Success

Congratulations. You did your homework, found the best purging compounds for your application..