MACHINE AUDIT PLAN TO PROVIDE FOR BIO-RESIN CAPABILITY, 2008 PLACE Conference

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With the addition of many new bio-resins and the push by consumers and end users for green products, changeover to sustainable products will eventually occur. How ready is your equipment and process for this change? This paper will outline a step by step approach from the resin supply through the winder to determine the considerations, changes and compromises that may need to take place to effectively move forward on the path of sustainability. Positives and negatives of potential changes with regards to both new and current products will be examined to help the converter choose the best path forward for their needs.