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Extruded Plastic Color Measurement

Vinyl siding, window frames, plastic films and sheet, weather stripping, fence, deck railing, wire insulation and pipe and tubing are all examples of extruded plastic products, a high volume manufacturing process in which raw plastic material is melted and formed into a continuous profile. HunterLab has been supplying the plastics industry with quality color measurement systems for over 60 years and specializes in helping the world's plastics producers consistently manage the color of their products to meet the quality standards of their demanding customers.

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    Plastics production demands tight tolerances and efficient use of materials. Maintaining a high level of color quality control is a challenge that can often lead to material waste, line shutdown, extensive operator involvement, and product scrap and rework. HunterLab understands these challenges, and provides a complete line of products for laboratory and on-line color monitoring and control designed to improve efficiencies and reduce waste.

  • Many HunterLab spectrophotometers have the versatility to accommodate most applications of color measurement, however, based on 60+ years of experience and a thorough understanding of our customers' needs and product use, these particular instruments are most suited for this industry application:

     

    ColorFlex EZ (Directional 45°/0° Geometry, Reflectance, 400-700 nm)

    40% of our customers prefer this instrument because of its compact design and integrated display, so does not require a PC and external software.

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    LabScan XE (Directional 0°/45° Geometry, Reflectance, 400-700 nm)

    10% of HunterLab customers select this instrument for its large 44 mm (1.75 inch) measuring port, and for its level of sophistication, simplicity and versatility.

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    MiniScan EZ 4500L (45°/0° Geometry, Reflectance, 400-700 nm)

    10% of our customers select the hand-held MiniScan EZ because it is rugged, lightweight and ergonomically designed and travels anywhere, from the lab to the production line, indoors or outdoors.

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    SpectraTrend HT - Compact Online Spectrophotometer

    HunterLab's next generation SpectraTrend HT spectrophotometer takes color quality control to its highest level with 0/30 design for ultimate precision.

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    If you are unsure which instrument type is right for your samples, please call or email HunterLab technical support and we will be happy to assist you in making the proper instrument selection.