| Technical Tips |
| How to Keep Critical IBC Flexible Ducts from Failing |
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IBC systems rely on ducting to get the required air into and out of the die. Multiple pipe dies requires multiple flexible hoses that are subject to extreme heat. High temperature and strength hose gets this done provided you do not exceed the bend radius rating. |
The excessive bend radius shown here will cause premature failure of the hose. Once the side wall breaks, layflat control will quickly deteriorate. | Click Here - for more details on how this hose provides increased life and better reliability. | ||
| How
to Produce Quality Tubing with an Oscillating IBC Die |
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When
IBC systems are used with oscillating dies, the problem of
poor layflat quality is more evident. The correct solution
is to verify airflow in the oscillating plenum is completely
stable (within 0.05 inches of water column) for all operating
positions. |
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To verify you have a plenum problem, turn off the die oscillator and see if the roll looks like this. Then turn the oscillator on and see if the rolls get worse. |  |
It is possible to achieve tubing rolls that look like this. See the August 2002 issue of Blown Film Internals for ways to solve this problem. |
