Technical Articles / Papers
Chem-Trend has some of the most experienced and talented people working on molding application challenges in the world. Their focus is on developing innovative solutions to the problems faced by our customers. As a by-product of those efforts our knowledge and technologies tend to help shape the industries that we serve, making them more productive, environmentally conscious and cost efficient. Our thought leading efforts are sometimes published in industry journals.
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The Effect of Die Lubricant Spray on the Thermal Balance of Dies
Die Casting
Until recently little has been published concerning the influence of die lubricants and their application on the thermal balance of die casting† dies. Learn how Chem-Trend die lubricants help thermal balance in reducing defects in the molding process.
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Die Materials: Key Performance Criteria of Water-Glycol Hydraulic Fluids
Die Casting
Hydraulic fluids are the lifeblood of a die casting† machine, and a quality fluid must meet many stringent performance demands. Learn more about fire resistant water-glycol hydraulic fluids and the critical role they play in system reliability.
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Preserving Profitability, Quality and the Environment: How Plunger Lubricants Can Help
Die Casting
Lowering scrap rates is crucial in managing profitability. Chem-Trend’s plunger lubricants and process aids can help. Read how our products lead the industry.
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Aluminium Die Casting: Lubrication Technology and Trends
Die Casting
Learn how Chem-Trend solves the complex problems associated with die casting† aluminum, while increasing quality and efficiency.
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Magnesium Die Casting Lubrication Technology and Trends
Die Casting
High-pressure die casting† (HPDC) is a very popular process for making complex mechanical parts out of light metals, learn how Chem-Trend die casting process aids and release agents improve your part quality.
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Innovative Technologies in Mold Release Agents
General
Larger and more complex parts are being cast and this brings a new set of challenges to die casters in their quest for improved quality and productivity. Chem-Trend leads in the industry in solutions for the Die Casting Industry.
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Releasants: Attachment of Coatings and use of Anti-Static Supplemental Products
General
The importance of the releasant interface in rotomolding is often overlooked and usually not given the attention it warrants. Chem-Trend products maximize this interface to performance levels that lead the industry.
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Preparation of Molds for Rubber Molding to Ensure Smooth Start-up in Production
Rubber Molding
As a leader in mold maintenance products, learn how Chem-Trend products can help you prepare your molds, and extend their life, while increasing part quality and lower scrap.
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PET Packaging Aids for the Food Processing Industry
Thermoplastic Processing
Chem-Trend has been a leader in the external process materials sector, and continues to innovate with our products focused on the Packaging Aids sector. Read how we continue to build on over 50 years of value and performance with PET products.