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5 Industry news
13 Material worth: advances in medical tubing New and alternative materials will be critical in improving the performance of medical tubing – for a diversity of applications that are not always met by PVC
25 Measuring up: latest in standards and testing Pipe extrusion is about more than just high volume, as the product must be tested for a range of physical attributes – both during and after production
33 End-to-end: advances in pipe joining Because pipe joining is such a critical factor in raising installation efficiency, installers are keen to understand the latest guidance – and use the latest equipment
39 Pushing the limits: update on pipe dies Recent die developments include a multi-layer design to make PEX pipe, a crosshead for corrugated pipe and a die with ‘the largest adjustable melt gap ever produced’ COVER PHOTO: BATTENFELD-CINCINATTI
48 Extruder of the month: Policonductos 50 Dates for your diary
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