Extrusion International 6-2025

35 Extrusion International 6/2025 er, which eliminates connection boxes in the hot areas of the extruder. Chill roll with even larger diameter and new surface The SmartCast is equipped with the largest chill roll ever seen in the stretch lm market. With a diameter of 1,800 mm and the latest chrome-plated Smart 3.0 surface, this chill roll sets a new standard in the produc- tion of high-quality stretch lm. The Smart 3.0 surface nish signi cantly reduces cleaning efforts for paraf n and other deposits that occur during production. The extended contact area at the chill roll allows for gentle cooling, which results in the highest elongation com- bined with superior tear propagation. Despite its size, it still offers the fastest cooling for SuperStiff products. Coreless winding to save resources With the new SmartCast design, SML has further de- veloped its coreless winding technology not only to im- prove production economy but also to save resources and improve sustainability. SML’s coreless technol- ogy improves the winding quality on the inside of the stretch lm roll at optimised production speeds. Post- production shrinkage is reduced. But most importantly, quick switches between coreless winding and winding on rigid cores are achieved at the touch of a button. This unique key feature reduces waste to zero during changeover and maximises production ef ciency. To sum up, the new 6-up SmartCast stretch lm line represents a signi cant leap forward in ef ciency, prod - uct quality, and sustainability. SML Maschinengesellschaft mbH www.sml.at Solutions for Maximum Flexibility and Productivity in Blown Film Production Hosokawa Alpine presented its range of services for the production of blown lms at the K 2025 under the motto „Blown lm in perfection“. The presentation in Hall 16 focused on the exible 9-layer system from the mechanical engineering company. Thanks to its adapt- ability, it gives customers the freedom to master future market requirements innovatively and con dently. With solutions for the production of sustainable full PE lms and lms made from PCR materials, Hosokawa Alpine also addressed the major trade fair theme of „Shaping the circular economy“. At another stand in Hall 9, the company’s recycling division showcased its technolo- gies, including those for recycling PCR plastics and lms. MDO: Increased productivity and various cleaning features Hosokawa Alpine has developed a solution for chang- ing the stretching roller that takes only 15 minutes. Quick changeover ensures permanent availability of your system, exibility in the selection of stretching roll - ers and thus maximum productivity. In addition to this quick roller changeover, Hosokawa Alpine will also of- fer ultrasonic bath cleaning for vacuum rollers. Comprehensive solutions for automation and digitalisation Hosokawa Alpine also focused on its wide range of automation and digitalisation solutions at the trade fair. These include the ExVis process visualisation system Their high exibility makes Hosokawa Alpine's blown lm lines a future-proof investment