How to Identify and Eliminate Gel Formation in Blown Film?
Gel” is an unwanted hard spot that appears on the surface of the film. It is generally a small, transparent or slightly discolored particle that appears to be stuck to the film.
Types of Screws Used in Blown Film Extrusion: Working, Functions and Selection Guide
Explore different types of screws used in blown film extrusion, including single-flight, barrier, maddock, venting screw, and grooved feed screws.
Barrier Screw and Grooved Barrels: Design, Key Component and Their Role in Blown Film Extrusion
In the blown film extrusion process, both barrier screws and grooved barrels are designed to improve efficiency, throughput, and film quality.
Pancake vs. Stacked Die System in Blown Film Extrusion: Key Differences & Applications
The pancake or stacked die system is an advanced technique in blown film extrusion used to produce high-quality, multi-layer barrier films.
Thermal Properties of Materials: Key Factors in Heat Resistance & Conductivity
Thermal properties are also used a lot in blown film extrusion; we will discuss further how thermal properties are used in blown film extrusion.
How to Perfect the Blown Film Formula: A Step-by-Step Guide
Blown film extrusion is a process that is very popular and used these days in packaging, agriculture, and medical industries.
Nylon vs EVOH: Key Differences, Properties, and Applications for Barrier Films
Both Nylon and EVOH materials play an important role in the packaging industry, with their own strengths and limitations.
How Scanners Ensure Quality in Blown Film Extrusion: Beta vs. Capacitance
In blown film extrusion, scanners are devices that measure and control the thickness of the plastic film. These machines rotate or oscillate around the film bubble and check the thickness at each point.
Plastic Materials in Extrusion: Properties, Uses, and Applications
Plastic materials used in extrusion, their properties, applications, and benefits. Learn how LDPE, HDPE, PP, PVC, and other polymers impact the extrusion process.