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Tube extrusion lines - Processess

Author: Stéphan PUISSANT

Publication date: July 10, 2009

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1. Cross-linking

Cross-linked polyethylene PER (PEX for PE crosslinked) provides improved mechanical strength at high temperatures. Reactive extrusion is mainly used in the manufacture of hot water pipes for heating.

Extruders are used as chemical reactors.

Note: for further information, please refer to the files Reactive extrusion processes [AM 3 654] and Physico-chemical modification of plastics by ionization

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