Extrusion International USA 6-2019

REVIEW 62 Extrusion International 6/2019 Flexible Film Production Innovations deliver Enhanced Quality, Productivity and Energy Efficiency Also new to the plastic film industry and presented at K 2019, is a new generation of Ahlbrandt Corona technologies. The highly energy ef- ficient Ahlbrandt Corona surface treatment feature top-of the line- performing electrodes, ensuring enhanced ink and glue adhesion leading to flawless printing and laminating results. Thanks to its in- novative solutions for fast and easy service, electrodes can be changed in just a few seconds, maximizing the production uptime. The even and precise Ahlbrandt Rotor Spray coating secures a film quality with long term anti-fog properties and release for demold- ing thermoformed parts. Utilizing a non-contact application technology, it saves both chemistry and energy consumption and unlike other pro- cesses, there is no harm to any recy- cling of the finished film. The high-efficiency Ahlbrandt Hot Air Dryer solutions are specially de- signed for drying of plastic films at low temperature and at top produc- tion speeds with optimum edge-to- edge evenness. Baldwin’s innovations deliver com- plete process enhancement for flex- ible film and sheet extrusion produc- tion as well as excellent print results. By empowering the quality of film characteristics for a flawless product and improving the overall quality, process productivity and energy ef- ficiency, the production will be more profitable and sustainable. At the booth at K 2019 Baldwin Tech- nology showcased ground-breaking cleaning, surface treatment, coating and drying innovations tailored to optimize process profitability. Baldwin’s proven FilmCylinder- Cleaning system offers automated and highly efficient cast and chill cylinder cleaning performed dur- ing operation, enabling maximal uptime while enhancing the film quality. Valuable production time and material costs are saved. Man- ual cleaning of chill rolls can take in averages 30-60 minutes, often with the extrusion line being stopped. Automated cleaning with Baldwin’s FilmCylinderCleaning only takes 2 to 3 minutes. Baldwin Technology Company Inc. baldwintech.com FilmCylinderCleaning and Corona surface treatment fromBaldwin Technology was showcased at K 2019