CO – EXTRUSION AND ITS BENEFITS

When two or more materials are put through the same die to produce a single plastic extrusion the process is known as co – extrusion. Many extruders use this process due to its fantastic benefits. However, like most things there are some disadvantages evident with co – extrusion. This blog addresses the pro’s and the cons. Advantages: Less equipment to control and less man power as there are less steps in the process Less energy required to power the machine Stable process Cost effective – choice of low cost materials for filling Great varieties in the widths and line speeds producing first class layer extrusions Multi-layer can also be produced in one process

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