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  1. Plastics Extrusion | Plastics Technology

    Jan 28, 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 …

  2. Film Extrusion | Plastics Technology

    Dec 5, 2025 · 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 …

  3. 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 …

  4. 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; …

  5. Installing, Removing and Cleaning Single-Screw Extrusion Screws

    Jan 5, 2026 · Installing, Removing and Cleaning Single-Screw Extrusion Screws Removing the screw from the barrel is challenging, and improper removal can damage both components. Follow these …

  6. 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.

  7. Best Practices for Plastic Processors | Plastics Technology

    3 days ago · Plastics Technology covers technical and business Information for Plastics Processors in Injection Molding, Extrusion, Blow Molding, Plastic Additives, Compounding, Plastic Materials, and …

  8. How to Collect & Interpret Process Data in Extrusion: Part 1

    Dec 27, 2016 · Many extrusion lines sold nowadays are equipped with data- acquisition systems (DAS). These systems can present extruder operators and process engineers with large amounts of data. …

  9. Extrusion Know How | Plastics Technology

    Oct 24, 2025 · Plastics Extrusion Expert Jim Frankland, President of Franklin Plastics Consulting, delves into solutions and troubleshooting for film extrusion, sheet extrusion, pipe, profile and tubing extrusion.

  10. Extrusion Training Courses | Plastics Technology

    Extrusion Training Knowledge Center Single Screw Extruder. This program uses state-of-the art animation technology to teach the fundamentals of single screw technology, including parts and …