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PLA melt-strength enhancer
Posted by Lisa McTigue Pierce
January 30, 2014
1 Min Read
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PLA melt-strength enhancer
A new melt-strength enhancer in masterbatch form increases the pull force that can be applied to PLA by 300 to 500 percent over a range of drawdown ratios, making possible higher throughputs in extrusion and thermoforming while reducing scrap rates, the company states. Terraloy MB-90001A1 melt-strength enhancer broadens the processing window of PLA in cast film and sheet for clear end products such as clamshell containers used in produce packaging, food service takeout and other applications. At loading levels of 6 to 10 percent, the masterbatch increases the extensional force that can be applied to PLA during processing at drawdown ratios as high as 35:1.
Teknor Apex Co., 401-725-8000.
www.teknorapex.com
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