- 29 April 2008 -
High performance lubricants improve PVC extrusion

Honeywell Specialty Materials has added new high-performance lubricants (HPLs) to its range that the company says offer a wide range of advantages and allow polyvinyl chloride (PVC) producers to be more productive.

The lubricants, Rheolub® HPLs, act as internal and external lubricants and allow for extremely low extrusion torque, which saves energy and reduces melt pressure at the die. This allows a higher output rate and a high-gloss surface even at low quantities. The company adds that the results show that PVC producers can use 25-50% less lubricant while achieving energy savings in the extruder. The lubricants also do not negatively impact material strength or weathering stability.

Honeywell Specialty Materials; www.honeywell.com