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Identification & Functionality
- Plastics & Elastomers Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Materials Features
- Cost savings through Preventive Maintenance
The problem with repeatedly changing colors and materials is largely due to the build-up of combustion residues on the cylinder wall and screw. Residues of materials and pigments can therefore remain in the processing equipment for longer periods of time thus causing the consequences thereof. Production batches for each color or material are constantly becoming shorter resulting in high change-over frequencies - the problem of cleaning is becoming increasingly important and expensive. With regular preventive cleaning at least l x a week - carbonized residues in the form of black specks do not get the opportunity to get stuck on the metal of the screw and the cylinder wall for any length of time. This virtually eliminates the carbonization of the material; making the infamous black specks a thing of the past. In practice this means much faster (color) changeovers, i.e. increased productivity and, as a result: better productivity of your machinery.
- Proven, Effective Action
A combination of chemical, polishing and mechanical actions make sure that all material residues are soaked loose, polished off the metal and removed from the cylinder. In independent, comparative tests the Supernova Preventive Maintenance method has proven to be the most effective; both technically and financially. Supernova is used by many plastic producers and processors in the USA and Europe.
Applications & Uses
- Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
- Specially for Thermoplastics with Low Processing Temperatures
The Supernova LT range is suitable for use with all thermoplastics with processing temperatures between 120°C and 220°C. The material works effectively for injection molding, blow molding and extrusion.
- Easy to Use
Supernova is a granulate that can be processed just like a production material. Feeding of systems both manually and automatically - is simple and clean. Supernova is dust-free in its use, and it is also not necessary to perform complicated manipulations with liquids.
- How it Works
After the cylinder has been filled with Supernova, the cleaning compound causes a series of chemical reactions. This ammonia-free chemical process removes the thermoplastic residues from the cylinder wall and screw (including those difficult-lo-get-at corners). These residues are then removed fast and easily by the gently-polishing and purging components of Supernova. Supernova is non-abrasive and will not damage aluminum, copper, steel and steel finishes. During the process only very small quantities of carbon dioxide and water vapor are released. All the ingredients of Supernova are classified as "GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) by the FDA and they have no potential for harming the environment before, during or after use.
- Processing the Residual Material
After Supernova has done its work, all that is left is a residual material of a polymer filled with inert minerals. This can be disposed of as plastic waste or alternatively recycled as a mineral-filled plastic.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Regulatory
Supernova is safe in use. All its ingredients have a FDA classification of "GRAS" (Generally Recognized As Safe).
Technical Details & Test Data
- The Concentrate
Supernova LT is a all thermoplastics concentrated cleaning with a processing compound to be mixed temperature between in with a carrier polymer 120°C to 220°C. by the user.
Safety & Health
- Safe to Use
Supernova is absolutely odorless, both during use as well as in its packaging. No special ventilation provisions are required.
Packaging & Availability
- The Packaging
Odorless, easy-to-use Supernova comes in a reusable cardboard box with a plastic liner.