PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

Schold is a trusted partner for plastics and composites manufacturers, providing specialized dispersers, mixers, and mills for laboratory and large-scale processing. Achieve precise dispersion of polymers and additives, ensuring uniform blending for plastic/composite formulations.

Product Applications

Plastics and composites are used in many areas and require specific properties and performance. Our team of experts work with many companies in this space, and our equipment is custom designed to process these applications (along with many others):

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Polymer Blending: Achieving uniform blending of polymers, additives, and reinforcing agents to ensure consistent material properties in the final product.
Composite Formulation: Developing and refining formulations for composite materials by dispersing reinforcing fibers, fillers, and additives uniformly for enhanced strength and performance.
Resin Mixing: Homogenizing resin blends with additives to create customized formulations with specific characteristics for applications such as molding and extrusion.
Colorant Dispersion: Ensuring even dispersion of pigments and colorants in plastic formulations to achieve desired color consistency and appearance in the final product.
Adhesive and Sealant Production: Formulating and blending adhesives and sealants with precise dispersion for applications in bonding and sealing various plastic and composite components.
Polymer Melt Processing: Processing polymer melts with additives and modifiers to achieve desired properties before shaping through molding or extrusion processes.
Composite Resin Impregnation: Impregnating reinforcing fibers with resin matrices to create composite materials with optimized strength, durability, and dimensional stability.
Polymer Recycling: Breaking down and dispersing recycled polymers for reuse in manufacturing processes, contributing to sustainable practices in the industry.
Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing): Preparing and dispersing polymer-based materials with additives for use in additive manufacturing processes, such as 3D printing.
Filler Dispersion: Achieving uniform dispersion of fillers, such as glass or carbon fibers, within polymer matrices to enhance mechanical properties in composite materials.
Thermoset Resin Curing: Facilitating the curing process of thermoset resins by proper mixing and dispersion of curing agents, ensuring the desired material properties.
Nano-Particle Dispersion: Dispersing nanomaterials within polymer matrices to incorporate advanced properties, such as improved strength, conductivity, or flame resistance.
Polymer Coating Production: Preparing and dispersing coatings for application on plastic or composite surfaces to enhance properties like durability, adhesion, and corrosion resistance.

Processing Challenges

Plastics and composites manufacturers navigate a spectrum of challenges during processing, including polymer homogenization, particle size control, and more. Whether you choose Schold or another partner, selecting the proper equipment is crucial for overcoming these common issues:

Polymer Homogenization: Achieving consistent blending and homogenization of polymers is critical. This ensures uniform material properties, which is required for producing materials with predictable characteristics and integrity.
Particle Size Control: Precise control over particle size distribution during milling is essential for tailoring mechanical and thermal properties in plastics and composites. This involves attention to the size/distribution of particles to meet specific requirements.
Additive Dispersal: Achieving even dispersion of additives is a crucial step to enhance the overall product performance and characteristics. This involves uniformly incorporating additives throughout the material matrix to achieve the desired properties.
Temperature Control: Addressing temperature-related challenges prevents overheating or degradation of thermally sensitive materials during processing. Maintaining optimal temperature ensures proper integrity and properties of the product.
Scale-Up Challenges: Adapting for larger production while maintaining precision is essential for meeting growing demand. Scaling involves addressing logistical, operational, and efficiency challenges to ensure consistent product quality. Schold can assist with this.

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Recommended Processing Equipment

Here are the most common base models/designs used in the plastics and composites industry. The Schold team of experts can assist with any questions or customized options specific for your application.