Arkema polymer processing aid solutions offer the following processing benefits:
- Elimination of melt fracture
- Reduction of extruder die build-up
- Improved film transparency and surface finish
- Reduction of extruder pressure
- Lower energy consumption
- Increased output
- Efficient mechanical recycling
Below are common processing applications where Arkema polymer processing aids are used:
- Blown and cast film extrusion
- Pipe/tube extrusion
- Monofilament/wire and cable extrusion
- Molding
- Mechanical recycling processing
Arkema's Polymer Processing Aid Product Offering
Kynar® PVDF Polymer Processing Aid
Arkema’s Kynar® PVDF polymer processing aid portfolio includes pure fluoropolymer processing aid grades, and fluoropolymer processing aid grades that also contain synergists. Arkema technical experts can help you select the appropriate polymer processing aid grade depending on your application. Global food contact statements are available upon request.
- Produced without the use of PFAS surfactants
Download the Kynar® PVDF polymer processing aid brochure
Kynar® PVDF Product Range for Polymer Processing Aids:
Orgasol® Polyamide Polymer Processing Aid
Orgasol® polyamide polymer processing aids offer excellent performance in the elimination of melt fracture and reduction of die build-up. Orgasol® polyamide polymer processing aid grades are manufactured without the use of any PFAS materials, and global food contact statements are also available. Talk to an Arkema technical expert for details around recommended loading level and addition methods.
- Produced without the use of any fluorinated raw materials
Download the Orgasol® polyamide polymer processing aid sheet
Orgasol® Polyamide Product Range for Polymer Processing Aids:
Key Benefit: Elimination of Melt Fracture
Melt fracture elimination results in LLDPE with addition of Arkema polymer processing aids
How can I improve the processing of recycled polyethylene (PE) film?
Kynar® PVDF & Orgasol® PA12 polymer processing and recycling aids (PPRAs) can improve recycled PE film extrusion by reducing melt fracture and lowering extrusion pressure.
How can I increase recycled content in polyethylene film?
Kynar® PVDF & Orgasol® PA12 PPRAs can help improve the processability of recycled PE resins, enabling higher recycled-content formulations while maintaining efficient production.
How do I reduce melt fracture during recycled film extrusion?
Studies show that adding a Kynar® PVDF PPRA & Orgasol® PA12 PPRA can significantly reduce or eliminate melt fracture in recycled polyethylene film processing.
How can I increase throughput when processing recycled PE?
By lowering extrusion pressure and improving resin processability, Kynar® PVDF & Orgasol® PA12 PPRAs can help converters improve processing efficiency and increase output.