Blending & Dosing Basics Quiz

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What is the main purpose of blending in the plastic processing industry?

  • To sell regrind material to other processors for re-processing
  • To discard regrind material effectively
  • To combine material ingredients in predetermined proportions and mix them for plastic part production (correct)
  • To increase the cost of processing materials

Why did some processors opt for blending instead of purchasing pre-compounded materials in the past?

  • Pre-compounded materials were more expensive (correct)
  • Pre-compounded materials were unavailable
  • Blending was not suitable for their requirements
  • Blending was a more complex process

How did cost-conscious processors manage the regrind produced from their processes?

  • By selling it to other processors
  • By discarding it in landfills
  • By rolling it back into their own process if possible (correct)
  • By incinerating it

What characteristic of custom compounds made them costlier compared to individual raw ingredients?

<p>Their specialized properties and colors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was it important for processors to effectively deal with the regrind from their processes?

<p>To minimize material wastage and costs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for processors to introduce regrind back into the material stream?

<p>To maintain a consistent material supply (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of blending and dosing devices in the manufacturing process?

<p>To ensure a continuous and efficient flow of materials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do dosing devices operate in injection molding processes?

<p>They introduce additives continuously into the material flow (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does a mixer play when connected below a dosing device?

<p>It enhances the blending of additives with base resins (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is dosing provided at a certain rate in extrusion processes?

<p>To match the speed of the extruder (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For what purpose might multiple dosing devices be connected to a single machine throat?

<p>To allow rapid changeover ease with redundant dosing units (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical aspect regarding the mounting frame for dosing devices connected to a machine throat?

<p>The frame ensures coordinated operation with extruders or molding machines (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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