Tag Archives: plastics processing equipment

1. What’s the Difference Between Gravimetric and Volumetric Additive Feeders?

   July 16th, 2026 by Cailyn White | Posted in News

   Tags: additive dosing systems, additive feeders, AEC additive feeders, AF1000 gravimetric feeder, blow molding equipment, color concentrate feeders, extrusion equipment, feeder accuracy, gravimetric dosing, gravimetric feeder vs volumetric feeder, gravimetric feeders, injection molding equipment, plastics processing equipment, volumetric dosing, Volumetric Feeders

   Gravimetric vs. Volumetric Feeders: Quick Comparison Feature Gravimetric Feeder Volumetric Feeder Measurement Method Weight Volume or Feed Rate Typical Accuracy Within ±1% of target feed rate Approximately 1.5%–5% Automatic Adjustments Yes Not typically Material Tracking Yes Limited Best For High-accuracy additive control General additive dosing Quick Answer The primary difference between gravimetric and volumetric additive…

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2. Gravimetric Blenders for Regrind Material | BD Series AEC

   June 12th, 2026 by Cailyn White | Posted in News

   Tags: BD Series gravimetric blender, extrusion material blending, gravimetric blenders, industrial gravimetric blender, injection molding material control, material blending systems, material control systems, plastics processing equipment, reduce plastic scrap, regrind material

   Improving Material Control and Closing the Loop in Recycling Reintroducing regrind material into plastics processing is critical for reducing waste and improving material utilization. Handling recycled material, especially hard-to-flow regrind, can create challenges in maintaining consistent blends and stable production. For extrusion and injection molding operations, maintaining material accuracy is essential to achieving consistent product…

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