Macro, in cooperation with Dow Chemical, offers casing processors a flexible and versatile solution for the production of PVdC casings. This solution includes the PVdC casing extrusion line, PVdC resin for casing production, process know-how and colour matching technology.
The Macro-Dow solution for casing production is simple, flexible and versatile, offering the processor multiple advantages compared to other single layer and multiple layer casing lines.
The PVdC casing line is equipped with a PVdC extruder, two high nickel alloy extrusion dies with three lipsets each, a stainless steel water bath with a water chiller, bi-orientation section and a two-spindle, center driven winder.
Advantages
all required elements in one package
reduced capital investment
short learning curve
training and technical support
reduced operational costs
superior oxygen and moisture barriers
controllable shrink properties.
Macro's biaxially oriented PVdC casing line for sausage production produce clear and coloured casings with caliber sizes of 24 mm to 110 mm (38 mm to 172 mm flat) and gauges of 40 to 50 microns