After introducing its patented Nanolayer capable Die Technology at NPE 2012, Alpha Marathon will be showcasing the advancements with this technology in the last three years at Plast 2015 - May 5-9.
A full size 2X die garnered a complete lot of attention at NPE 2015, showcasing the mature development of the innovative 1X die that was first introduced at NPE 2012.
It is obtainable in configurations as high as 20" diameter and from 25 to 200 layers, with a great output in excess of 1000 lbs/hour.
With Blow-Up Ratios achievable more than 5 times easily, a 2X die is capable of lay-flats over 13 feet.
Alphas "Layer Sequence Repeater" Technology represents another great leap forward on annular extrusion die technology for end-users and product packaging producers seeking latest solutions to create higher performing and less expensive films and packaging.
It builds on the now well comprehended and proven theory that increasing the layer structure of plastic material films creates great prospects for bettering their mechanical and barrier houses while also reducing suggestions resin and other production costs.
The evolution from mono-layer to 3-layer co-extrusion films - and on to 5, 7, 9, and 11 layer co-extrusion films - is proof this.
Alpha Marathon takes this evolution an excellent step forward using its patented Alpha Level Sequence Repeater Die Technology.
Our "LSR" Technology is founded on an innovative new method of die design and construction that creates film structures from 25 up to 200 discrete layers - creating nothing you've seen prior seen film properties.
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The secret is the capability to create and inter-weave layers that are significantly less than a micron thick. These "Nano-Layers" have one of a kind physical and mechanical features that allow them to combine with additional resins in brand-new and important ways.
Qualitative/Quantitative Phenomena
Interweaving layers creating a repeating I beam structure for optimum strength
Adjacent ultra-skinny layers rapidly quenching resulting in glass just like clarity, interlayer quenching
Molecular layer alignment allowing unparalleled extensibility for blow up ratios and orientation capability more than 1 ? times traditional methods
Interlayer melt stability yielding superior melt strengths allowing the creating of films under 2.5 microns in total thickness
Broadest tolerance of melt rheology in any extrusion technology allowing movies to be produced from virtually any resin and resin combination
Alpha's Layer Sequence Repeater Technology creates movies that exceed the performance envelopes of current multi-layer films, including:
Improved mechanical strength real estate: increased puncture, dart and resistance drop values
Smoother, stronger film surfaces enhancing printing and sealing properties
Improved optical qualities for clear packaging
Creation of higher executing barrier films within an individual co-extrusion
Achievement of real estate only possible thru post-lamination processes within an individual co-extrusion process currently
Alpha Layer Sequence Repeater also creates great possibilities to down-gauge recent film applications to significantly reduce price without sacrificing efficiency. When coupled with Alpha's GlacierTM Normal water Quench technology, substantial creation cost reductions could be generated, including:
20-30% gauge reduction with no lack of mechanical properties
5-10% reduction in input resin blend cost/kg
15-25% through-put increase on a linear feet or square meter basis
Production expense reductions thru integration of recent post-lamination processes into the co-extrusion process
Prime applications for Alpha's Nano-Layer and Glacier technologies include:
Food Packaging: all types of barrier and non-barrier applications; FFS (form/fill/seal); thermoforming (eg. Clam-shell trays)
Medical: IV bags and extrusion screw other sterile pouches
Industrial: Heavy Duty Shipping and delivery Sacks (HDSS); shrink bundling/hoods; vapour barrier sheeting; protective sheet
Technology: electric battery and capacitor insulator films
A full size 2X die garnered a complete lot of attention at NPE 2015, showcasing the mature development of the innovative 1X die that was first introduced at NPE 2012.
It is obtainable in configurations as high as 20" diameter and from 25 to 200 layers, with a great output in excess of 1000 lbs/hour.
With Blow-Up Ratios achievable more than 5 times easily, a 2X die is capable of lay-flats over 13 feet.
Alphas "Layer Sequence Repeater" Technology represents another great leap forward on annular extrusion die technology for end-users and product packaging producers seeking latest solutions to create higher performing and less expensive films and packaging.
It builds on the now well comprehended and proven theory that increasing the layer structure of plastic material films creates great prospects for bettering their mechanical and barrier houses while also reducing suggestions resin and other production costs.
The evolution from mono-layer to 3-layer co-extrusion films - and on to 5, 7, 9, and 11 layer co-extrusion films - is proof this.
Alpha Marathon takes this evolution an excellent step forward using its patented Alpha Level Sequence Repeater Die Technology.
Our "LSR" Technology is founded on an innovative new method of die design and construction that creates film structures from 25 up to 200 discrete layers - creating nothing you've seen prior seen film properties.
Read More
The secret is the capability to create and inter-weave layers that are significantly less than a micron thick. These "Nano-Layers" have one of a kind physical and mechanical features that allow them to combine with additional resins in brand-new and important ways.
Qualitative/Quantitative Phenomena
Interweaving layers creating a repeating I beam structure for optimum strength
Adjacent ultra-skinny layers rapidly quenching resulting in glass just like clarity, interlayer quenching
Molecular layer alignment allowing unparalleled extensibility for blow up ratios and orientation capability more than 1 ? times traditional methods
Interlayer melt stability yielding superior melt strengths allowing the creating of films under 2.5 microns in total thickness
Broadest tolerance of melt rheology in any extrusion technology allowing movies to be produced from virtually any resin and resin combination
Alpha's Layer Sequence Repeater Technology creates movies that exceed the performance envelopes of current multi-layer films, including:
Improved mechanical strength real estate: increased puncture, dart and resistance drop values
Smoother, stronger film surfaces enhancing printing and sealing properties
Improved optical qualities for clear packaging
Creation of higher executing barrier films within an individual co-extrusion
Achievement of real estate only possible thru post-lamination processes within an individual co-extrusion process currently
Alpha Layer Sequence Repeater also creates great possibilities to down-gauge recent film applications to significantly reduce price without sacrificing efficiency. When coupled with Alpha's GlacierTM Normal water Quench technology, substantial creation cost reductions could be generated, including:
20-30% gauge reduction with no lack of mechanical properties
5-10% reduction in input resin blend cost/kg
15-25% through-put increase on a linear feet or square meter basis
Production expense reductions thru integration of recent post-lamination processes into the co-extrusion process
Prime applications for Alpha's Nano-Layer and Glacier technologies include:
Food Packaging: all types of barrier and non-barrier applications; FFS (form/fill/seal); thermoforming (eg. Clam-shell trays)
Medical: IV bags and extrusion screw other sterile pouches
Industrial: Heavy Duty Shipping and delivery Sacks (HDSS); shrink bundling/hoods; vapour barrier sheeting; protective sheet
Technology: electric battery and capacitor insulator films