The extrusion section of the 13-layer, triple-bubble extrusion line from Kuhne.
Blow Molding

Companies elevate blown film technology

Feb. 14, 2017
Blown film extrusion technology reached new heights during the K show. Key themes were better-performing films, technologies that allow for shorter production runs and improved...
Blow Molding

Special Report: PTi takes proactive approach

Jan. 23, 2017
As employers contemplate how new OSHA safety standards will affect their work environments, equipment makers look to bring their products into compliance.Processing Technologies...
Graham Engineering Corp.’s XBM Navigator control system allows an activated E-stop to open all safety relays and cease all machine functions.
Blow Molding

Special Report: Machinery makers improve safety features

Jan. 23, 2017
Manufacturers of primary processing equipment are building better safety features into their machines to combat some common safety risks that can lead to injuries, as well as ...
Compounding

Mike Andrews joins Windmoeller & Hoelscher

Jan. 18, 2017
Mike Andrews has joined Lincoln, R.I.-based Windmoeller & Hoelscher Corp. He will work in the areas of process technology and application development for the plastic-converting...
A five-layer Varex II blown film line ran an automation module for quick resin purging and changes during the K show.
Blow Molding

Smart factory: German manufacturers get behind 'smart' tech

Jan. 18, 2017
German manufacturers used the K show to vigorously promote Industry 4.0 as a way to improve productivity, process quality, data interchange and flexibility.A walk through the ...