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    1. Thermoforming

    Screen changing technology minimizes downtime

    Oct. 7, 2016
    Parkinson Technologies' screen-changing technology works on both its own continuous-belt screen changers, known as Key Filters, as well as on other brands.
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    This story appeared in the second edition of Plastics Recycling magazine in October 2016.

    ScreenLync Parkinson Technologies' screen-changing technology works on both its own continuous-belt screen changers, known as Key Filters, as well as on other brands. It is available for all filter screen sizes. 

    What's new? The time-saving device.  

    Benefits Reduced downtime. With ScreenLync, operators easily can hook a new Reverse Dutch Weave (RDW) filter roll to the end of a depleted roll within minutes. With the innovation, operators no longer have to clean out the screen changer before a new screen is installed, and they can avoid the risk of coming into contact with hot areas of the machine.

    Parkinson Technologies Inc., Woonsocket, Rhode Island, 401-762-2100, www.parkinsontechnologies.com 

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