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Improving thermoplastics - Compounders' role

Author: Bernard BITSCH

Publication date: April 10, 2003

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5. Compound manufacturing

Compounds are manufactured using a conventional extrusion process. The professional's know-how lies in the choice of extruder type, whether single [17][18] or twin [19] or other equipment such as Buss Co-kneter (a specific type of extruder) or multi-screw extruders; but also in the design of the screw profile, the choice of metals used for cylinders, screws and cutting tools. For further information, please refer to the articles published in Techniques de l'Ingénieur.

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