In the first issue of Professor’s Corner, three objectives for the column were outlined. 1 The second objective for the column, “… is to provide a framework for the clarification of terminology used in the industry.” The third edition of the column began this process with the following: “People entering the polymer technical workforce for the first time are immediately … [Read more...] about Terminology Clarification
2023 Quarter 2
EB Myths and Misconceptions
For any given technology, there are myths and misconceptions of how that technology works, how that technology can be implemented, and all the other little whats and whys and hows that surround using that technology for a particular application. Electron beam is no exception to this rule, and, as a technology that has less everyday familiarity than some, it certainly is prone … [Read more...] about EB Myths and Misconceptions
Profilers: Radiometers with Benefits
Imagine if a UV process generated a dating profile looking for a radiometer: UV process ISO of a committed, stable, long-term, quality relationship. Prefer a consistent and controlling partner that can point out changes, flaws and/or tell me when I need to change. Need to have a quick response and be good with numbers. Forget long walks on the beach! I want long periods of … [Read more...] about Profilers: Radiometers with Benefits
Elixe Designs UV LED-Cured Materials and Technology for Pipe and Vessel Interior Coating
By Liz Stevens, writer, UV+EB Technology Elixe SRL, Trento, Italy, has designed and now produces a turnkey, automated industrial equipment system, including patented technology and proprietary photopolymer materials, for preparing, coating and curing the interior of steel tubes, pipes and cylindrical products that are used for pressurized liquids and gases. The Elixe … [Read more...] about Elixe Designs UV LED-Cured Materials and Technology for Pipe and Vessel Interior Coating