Plastics Extrusion: 4 Critical Statistics to Track for Increased Quality & Plant Profit
Updated March 10, 2026 Profitability in plastics extrusion is directly linked to statistical process control (SPC). Whether you’re extruding film, sheet, or tubing, metrics are equally important. For an overview of measurement technologies used in extrusion processes, see our measurement and process control solutions page. Small deviations will lead to massive resin waste, higher customer […]
Extrusion Melt Pumps: How MAAG Pumps Improve Output and Product Consistency
Updated March 10, 2026 In plastics extrusion, controlling melt pressure and flow consistency is critical to achieving tight tolerances, high Cpks, and minimizing scrap. For process engineers tasked with optimizing line performance, a melt pump (also referred to as a gear pump) is a core component that improves stability, throughput, and product quality. Learn more […]