PROVIDING SOLUTIONS THROUGH INNOVATION.

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1 PROVIDING SOLUTIONS THROUGH INNOVATION

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3 designs and builds flat extrusion dies and coating heads for plastic processors and web converters. This was our mission back in 1971, when Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries started out as a machine shop of four people in a small town in the U.S. Midwest. Now we are a global force a leading international manufacturer of flat dies and the field s technological partner. Our sole business goal is still the same: to provide producers of film, sheet, coatings, and laminates with value, quality, and dependable service. To help our customers innovate and grow, we are constantly developing new die systems with enhanced capabilities. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries initial innovations were the Autoflex and Ultraflex dies, now worldwide industry standards in gauge control. Today we are the only flat die builder whose manufacturing capabilities are totally threedimensional, from initial concepts through engineering to the cutting of tool steel. This enables us to produce dies with flow-channel geometries that used to be impractical, if not impossible, to achieve. The result: systems that provide better product quality, greater raw-material economy, and higher productivity than ever before. Every system from Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries is custom engineered. Our engineers work with you to determine the manifold design, die body materials, flow surfaces, temperature controls, thickness adjustment, deckling, and other elements to best meet the needs of the application. We have designed, built, and installed a system for every flatdie extrusion and converting technique including cast film, oriented film, extrusion coating, fluid coating, sheet, and many more. Besides supplying die systems directly, we also design and build them for turnkey processing lines supplied by the world s major equipment manufacturers. Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, U.S.A. remains our world headquarters and primary manufacturing location, but we also serve customers through our subsidiaries positioned throughout the world: Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries - Premier Coating Division, also located in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, Nordson EDI Europe nv, located in Temse, Belgium, Nordson EDI Japan, located in Tokyo, Japan, and Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., located in Shanghai, China. Together with our extensive network of agents, these facilities provide comprehensive sales and technical support. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries remanufacturing facilities in Chippewa Falls, Belgium, China and Japan help customers protect their investments in Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries equipment by returning dies to original specifications and upgrading them with advanced systems. Besides innovation and worldwide access, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries helps processors and converters succeed by assuring them of dies that arrive on time, start up quickly, and run reliably for years to come. Some of our original dies, in fact, are still in full production. Our commitment to quality embraces not only performance, but service before, during, and after the sale.

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5 SYSTEMS FOR EVERY FLAT-DIE PROCESS, ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD Chicago, Milan, São Paulo, Beijing Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries dies are hard at work wherever manufacturers process polymers or coatings. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries has been a leading supplier of flat die systems in the U.S. for over four decades all the while winning customers in every other part of the world. Today more than half of the dies and feedblocks we produce are delivered to customers outside the U.S. To help customers succeed no matter where they do business, we have an international support network that provides rapid access to sales services, technical assistance, spare parts, and die rework. Besides supplying die systems directly to customers, we also design and build them for turnkey processing lines supplied by the world s major OEMs. Every die from Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries is a custom-engineered product. Working with each customer, our engineers determine the manifold design, die body materials, flow surfaces, temperature controls, thickness adjustment, deckling and other basic elements that best meet the needs of the application. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries coextrusion systems range from feedblock-fed single-manifold designs to multi-manifold dies for seven layers or more. Our coextrusion feedblocks provide precise on-line adjustment of layer thickness and sequence. Deckling options span a wide range of internal and external systems. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries systems have been installed for every flat-die extrusion and converting technique: Cast film. Our proprietary manifold designs and gauge profiling systems provide tight control over material consumption, increase product consistency, and prevent defects and roll distortions. Specially designed dualchamber vacuum boxes ensure stable, uniform roll development. Oriented film. Lip-adjusting technology developed for this application ensures critical gauge control for the downstream tentering process. Sheet. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries builds dies for applications that range from stress-free optical sheet to thick, heavy-duty products, and from narrow strips to multimeter-wide geomembranes. Rapid width and thickness adjustment features provide production versatility for custom processors. Extrusion coating. Dies are available with edge profile control, full internal/external deckling, and motorized deckles that permit fast adaptation to changes in web width. Fluid coating. Inherently more productive than roll coaters, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries slot die coating heads can be configured with internal deckling and automated thickness control. oating Fluid Coating

6 HELPING CUSTOMERS TO SUCCEED In extrusion processing and web converting, technology is the most powerful force for success. Many Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries customers are engaged in competitive markets where even a slight saving in raw material cost or a marginal increase in throughput can yield a significant advantage. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries is a reliable technological resource for these companies, providing a steady stream of innovations with real benefits. Often these competitive advantages are neither slight nor marginal but dramatic and decisive. Here are some examples: Higher Productivity. Our proprietary three-dimensional flow-simulation software optimizes flow surfaces in Multiflow manifolds and Ultraflow feedblocks. And the Autoflex automated gauge control system provides greater adjustability, shorter response times, and finer resolution than competitive equipment. Material Cost Savings. Manufacturers large and small cut resin consumption and reduce scrap with Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries Ultraflex manual and Autoflex automated gauge control systems, and Edge Profile Control TM (EPC) dies for edge-bead reduction in extrusion coating. Reduced Downtime. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries technologies for quick on-line product changeovers make flexible manufacturing practical. These include: FastGap systems for changing product thickness, Accuflow TM online-adjustable coextrusion feedblocks, and Fast Deckle TM to vary product width without stopping production. To reduce downtime for maintenance, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries has developed Autoflex VI gauge-control modules, Multiflow manifold designs that prevent polymer degradation and plateout, and Ultracart rapid die servicing systems. Enhanced Product Quality. Multiflow manifolds provide precise melt flow distribution and layer-to-layer uniformity in coextrusion. Ultracoat and Premier Fixed Lip slot die coating heads eliminate the airborne contaminants (and throughput limitations) of roll coating. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries advanced engineering and machining capabilities, combined with a company-wide quality assurance system, result in high-precision dies that meet exact product specifications year after year. Process Laboratories. The company s Technology Center can be used to test drive virtually any extrusion or coating process that involves flat dies. Not far from Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries world headquarters in Chippewa Falls, WI, the Center includes multiple self-contained process laboratories that companies can rent for product development and process testing. Recognizing that our customers seek to maximize production of saleable goods, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries has established the process labs as a way for them to explore all alternatives without incurring the high material costs and lost output of trial runs on their own commercial-scale production lines.

7 SALES AND SUPPORT AROUND THE GLOBE To provide customers with comprehensive sales assistance and technical support anywhere in the world, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries has established an extensive sales network of U.S. offices and international agents. This global force, combined with specialists at our U.S. headquarters, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries - Premier Coating Division, Nordson EDI Europe nv, Nordson EDI Japan, and Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., gives customers access to: Experienced sales engineers, who consult with customers to identify the best die systems for their specific end-product requirements. Since virtually every Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries system is built on a custom basis, sales engineers play a crucial role. Skilled technicians, who provide customers around the world with on-site start-up assistance and troubleshooting. Extensive spare parts departments in the U.S., Europe, and Asia that maintain inventories of most standard parts and ship them within a day. Elsewhere, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries agents stock frequently requested components and instantly refer special orders to the U.S. headquarters. With direct access to customer engineering records, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries can quickly produce custom parts to get lines back up and running. In addition to supporting European and Asian agents by providing technical service and spare parts, Nordson EDI Europe nv and Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. manufacture die components to meet regional standards and expectations. The ultimate goal of this is to produce completely European and Asian dies for European and Asian customers.

8 Using proprietary software, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries engineers can model in three dimensions the flow of molten polymer through a manifold (shown here) or feedblock. Five-axis machining center at Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries headquarters can produce complex, streamlined flow surfaces that previously were too costly or even impossible to manufacture. Controls for Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries computerized machining centers are linked to the company's simulation software, making possible fully three-dimensional die production, from initial concepts to the cutting of steel. In manufacturing dies, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries combines extensive computerized automation with skilled metal-working craftsmanship, such as that required for handpolishing all die surfaces. For die surfaces that must be exceedingly smooth and flat, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries operates a climatecontrolled micro-grinding plant and a laser system (shown here) for sub-micron measurement of flatness.

9 COMPANY-WIDE FOCUS ON QUALITY Quality assurance plays a central role in Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries entire enterprise. From the moment we start work on an order, our objective is to design and build a die that is complete in every detail, arrives on schedule, starts up trouble-free, meets end-use product specifications, and runs efficiently and consistently. Quality also means assuring customers that, long after the sale, they can maximize productivity by readily accessing technical support, spare parts, and remanufacturing services. Key capabilities of our design and manufacturing operations include: Custom engineering. Our experienced engineers design dies that exactly meet specifications for polymer types, throughput rates, number of layers, and other parameters. Using resin data from our rheology lab and advanced flow simulation software, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries engineers determine optimal flow paths for manifolds and feedblocks. Our company-wide intranet gives instant access to design standards for all die components. Precision manufacturing. Divided into focused manufacturing cells to speed workflow and maximize quality, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries production facilities employ CNC milling machines capable of producing dies with widths from 15 cm to 10 m (6 in. to 33 ft.). Skilled craftsmen hand-polish all die surfaces. For critical-performance dies with exceedingly smooth, flat surfaces, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries operates a climate-controlled micro-grinding plant containing super-precise surface grinders and a laser system for sub-micron measurement of flatness. Fully 3-D machining. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries fully threedimensional production system begins with unique software for 3-D modeling of polymer flow through a die. This proprietary software is directly linked to computercontrolled milling centers, enabling us to machine complex surfaces rapidly and within extremely narrow dimensional tolerances. The two 5-axis machining centers for flat-die production represent a further leap forward in our 3-D manufacturing capabilities. These advanced systems, first used in the aerospace industry, machine along two more axes than conventional milling centers. It reduces the number of times that a die must be re-oriented beneath cutting heads before milling of all surfaces is complete, enabling us to produce new dies in less time. The additional axes also increase Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries capabilities to produce complex, streamlined flow surfaces that are too costly or even impossible to manufacture with conventional technology. Extensive rework services. In the U.S., Belgium, China, and Japan, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries operates dedicated remanufacturing cells for dies, including ones produced by other suppliers These facilities enable customers to protect their investments by repairing and refurbishing weary dies, returning them to original or even better performance. We can also redesign flow surfaces, install new-generation technology, or add new capabilities like automated gauge profiling.

10 SERVING EVERY FILM, SHEET, AND COATING MARKET The breadth of Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries expertise in matching dies to specific applications can be seen in the thousands of our dies operating worldwide. Customers range from custom processors to multinational corporations. Installations range from small shops to mass-production plants to clean-room operations for transdermal medical patches or optical films. Major markets for the film, thermoformable sheet, and coatings processed with our dies include: Packaging and disposables: bags and wraps; barrier films; retort containers; see-through windows; dairy tubs and lids; blister packs; ovenable trays; meat, produce, and cookie trays; egg cartons; clamshell containers; coatings on paperboard milk cartons; plates and cups; stretch wrap. Building and construction: vinyl siding; glazing; vapor barriers; pool and pond liners; geomembranes; insulation board; flooring; wallboard; specialty tapes; window film; door shells; shutters; corrugated panels; shower-stalls and sanitaryware. Durable goods: refrigerator and other appliance liners; luggage shells; housings and enclosures; sporting goods; pallets. Transportation: windshield interlayers; mud flaps; camper tops; panels and housings; fuel tanks. Medical Patches Appliance Liners Shelf-Stable Juice Boxes Containers & Optical Film Solar Panels Medical: blood and solution bags; disposable and surgical kit trays; transdermal patches; adhesive liners; hospital hygiene products; pharmaceutical and device packaging. Sustainable Energy Technology: hybrid automobile batteries; rigid and flexible photovoltaics solar cells; optical films; water filter membranes. Flexible Packaging Capacitor Film Coatings on Paperboard Vinyl Siding

11 ids Barrier Technology Medical Blood & Fluid Bags Spas & Hot Tubs Package Windows Electronic Packaging Auto Windshield Interlayers Disposable Dinnerware Battery Technology Produce Packaging Bubble Wrap Stretch Wrap Foam Board Blister Packaging

12 A CATALOG OF NORDSON EXTRUSION DIES INDUSTRIES DIE SYSTEMS, COMPONENTS, AND ACCESSORIES Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries designs and manufactures a wide spectrum of flatdie extrusion and coating equipment from leading-edge technology for ultra-precise applications to workhorse systems proven in thousands of installations worldwide. Our team of seasoned sales engineers and exclusive agents around the globe can guide you through the sometimes complex process of choosing the right die system. With a thorough understanding of your company s needs and expectations, they can quickly provide you with the best possible system. In many applications the solutions are simple. Yet in others there are routes to success not readily apparent even to process engineers with decades of experience. Many times, investing right from the start in a flat die system with greater capabilities results in process flexibility and productivity that yield better products and faster payback. Here is an overview of Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries flat-die equipment and systems. In virtually all cases, dies, feedblocks, and other critical components are custom engineered for specific customer requirements. EXTRUSION AND COATING SYSTEMS Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries supplies equipment for the full range of mono- and multi-layer flat-die processes: film, sheet, and extrusion coating. Our dies are also used widely to produce extruded webs for the manufacture of biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP), polyester (BOPET), and nylon (BOPA) products, as well as oriented polystyrene (OPS). Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries slot-die systems are installed for coating a wide range of polymeric and non-polymeric substances onto paper, film, and many other substrates. Flat dies from Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries range from widely-used industry workhorses to specialty types like this die for twin-wall sheet. Regardless of type, all Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries dies are custom-engineered. ULTRAFLEX DIES Our Ultraflex system is the industry-standard flat die, a workhorse used by thousands of processors and converters around the world. Each Ultraflex die incorporates a flexible-lip adjustment system for controlling profile thickness and ensuring consistent, defect-free products. Contributing to the precision of the die is the close spacing and steady compression of the adjusting bolts on the flexible lip. (Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries dies with Autoflex automatically adjustable thickness control are described in a later section.) Ultraflex dies feature streamlined flow surfaces for long production runs. Their basic two-piece design simplifies disassembly, cleaning, and other routine maintenance. Specially designed endplates simplify maintenance of end seals. Die-body geometry is customized to minimize the air gap between the die exit and roll. All Ultraflex dies can be provided with coextrusion capability. Die bodies are produced from enhanced high-purity alloy tool steel (exceedng AISI P20 specifications) through-hardened for extended die life. Flow surfaces are plated with industrial hard chrome at an average thickness of to in. (25 to 38μ) and polished to a mirror finish. Exteriors are flash chromeplated for ease of maintenance and rust prevention. Dies are supplied completely wired with cartridge heaters.

13 THE ULTRAFLEX SERIES INCLUDES: Lightweight and laboratory dies (L40 series) for low-pressure and narrow-web use. Standard dies (U40 series) for extrusion coating, film, and thin sheet. Heavyweight versions with bigger, stronger die bodies to handle higher throughput rates, wider viscosity ranges, and greater product widths. Models range from light-heavyweight (LH series) to heavyweight (H series) to extra-heavy weight (HM series). Restrictor-bar models for sheet production, which provide uniform melt distribution over a wide range of material viscosities and throughput rates. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries restrictor bars are machined from hardened, corrosion-resistant stainless steel. These dies feature the patented Krupa stud adjusting system, which permits on-the-fly stud replacement in minutes. Restrictor bars can be at 45, 70, or 90 degrees. HEAVY DUTY AND MAGNUM SHEET DIES Designed for products with thicknesses ranging as high as in. (17.8 mm), Heavy Duty and Magnum dies are sheet-industry workhorses, widely used by custom processors. Sliding upper lips provide gauge versatility while replaceable lower lips afford versatility in gap opening and land length. Lip lengths from 3.0 to 6.0 in. (7.6 to 15.2 cm) are available. Restrictor bars are typically at 90 degrees. Heavy Duty TM Sheet Die Magnum TM Sheet Die

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15 AFVI IV H75 AUTOFLEX DIES WITH AUTOMATED GAUGE PROFILING Installed on more than 2000 dies worldwide, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries Autoflex automatic thickness control system is the premier technology for precisely controlling the thickness profile of film, thin sheet, and coatings. In addition to making possible higher-quality, more accurate products, the Autoflex system can generate substantial raw material savings compared to conventional manual adjustment. All Autoflex systems center on a series of closely spaced thermally-actuated adjuster blocks arrayed along the flexible lip of the die. These blocks operate in response to feedback from computerized downstream gauging systems. When a thicker-than-target area is detected in the extrudate, power to the cartridge heaters at corresponding points in the lip is automatically increased; this causes the blocks to thermally expand, which tightens the lip gap in the area. Conversely, thinner-than-target areas are addressed by a reduction in power. All Autoflex systems have forced-air cooling to optimize response times. The industry-standard Autoflex IV system is used widely in film and extrusion coating applications, making possible corrections within the +/- 200μ (0.008-in.) range. Dies in the more widely adjustable Autoflex VI series nearly double the range to +/- 380μ (0.015 in.). In addition, the gauge-profiling system in the Autoflex VI-R model is a module that can be readily disengaged from the die for fast and easy maintenance. Also available, for applications where ultra-fine gauge-control may be required, are specially designed Autoflex VI models with Microflex TM technology, which incorporates reduced adjusting-block centerlines and other measures to increase resolution. CONTOUR DIE FEATURE The uniquely sculplted geometry of the Contour Die assures uniform dynamic die body deflection across the die width, reducing the time required to adjust the die to within target parameters. Unlike conventional constant-deflection dies, however, the Contour Die has a coathanger manifold that provides streamlined flow allowing for a significant reduction in scrap. As a result of these features, processors may be able to increase throughput, within the production capabilities of their extrusion equipment. FASTGAP SYSTEM World renowned for the manufacturing flexibility and streamlined maintenance it provides, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries patented FastGap system available for most Autoflex and Ultraflex dies permits processors to vary the lip gap within a range of in. (6.4 mm) without taking a die off line. A single-point adjustment mechanism allows operators to quickly change thickness settings for new runs, and return to previous settings after purging or die lip cleaning, saving valuable production time and reducing scrap. Now installed on many Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries dies, FastGap operates by means of separate lip responsibilities, with gauge profile control carried out by the flexible top lip and gap adjustment by the operation of the FastGap system on the movable lower lip. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries Advanced Lip Technology (ALT TM ) system can be used in conjunction with FastGap single-point adjustment system (shown here on an Autoflex die) makes it possible to vary the lip gap within a wide range without taking the die off line. This cast film system includes Autoflex die and Ultraflow feedblock. FastGap to further increase production flexibility. It employs interchangeable lip land inserts that permit the processing of a wide range of products on the same die.

16 MULTIFLOW MANIFOLD DESIGNS The heart of an extrusion die, the manifold is the flow channel machined into the die body that distributes molten polymer from an extruder into the required end-product width and thickness. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries supplies a range of Multiflow manifold designs to meet the specific requirements of different materials and applications. Some of the designs are: Multiflow I, a standard coathanger design whose teardrop-shaped cross section provides streamlined flow suitable for all polymers. Applications include mono-layer products, as well as coextruded structures of heat-sensitive materials. Multiflow I-R, whose almost completely rounded back wall provides processors of heat-sensitive resins with the highest degree of protection from polymer degradation. Multiflow II, a standard coathanger manifold whose elongated-teardrop crosssection minimizes interface deformation in coextrusions of polymers with differing rheological properties. Multiflow IV, a T -shaped design with an elongated-teardrop cross section whose volume is constant. Widely used in mono- and multi-layer extrusion coating, this design is the basis for Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries Edge Profile Control TM system for reducing or eliminating edge-bead formation when product widths are changed frequently. The design features full internal manifold plug deckling and deckle blades, which can be quickly adjusted for different widths, rates, and materials. Multiflow V, an advanced design with an elongated-teardrop cross section (similar to that of Multiflow II) whose aspect ratio increases towards the ends of the die and whose backline is parallel to the die lip exit. By placing all body boltsat the same distance from the exit, this configuration minimizes differential die body deflection. The complex cross-sectional design promotes the lowest degree of interface deformation possible in coextrusion on a single-manifold die. The curved preland provides uniform distribution of the polymer across the die width, addressing the phenomenon of M and W patterns. STRAND PELLETIZING Used by compounders, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries strand dies have high-quality chrome-plated steel bodies, stainless steel strand plates, and manifolds designed for specific polymers and melt flow behavior. Each die is a custom product that comes with a wide range of options, like low-wear strand plates, explosion-proof and high temperature-resistant wiring, liquid temperature control, and manifold designs incorporating restrictor bars. Multiflow I Multiflow I-R Multiflow II In these cross sections, with manifold back walls at top and die exits at bottom, colors represent polymer speed. Dark blue is slowest, orange is fastest. Multiflow I is standard coathanger design for all polymers, including heat-sensitive materials used in coextrusion. Multiflow I-R is a streamlined manifold whose rounded back wall helps eliminate degradation of heat-sensitive polymers. Multiflow II is an advanced design that minimizes die body deflection, as well as interface deformation in coextrusion. DIES FOR FLUID COATING ULTRACOAT PRECISION SLOT DIE COATING HEADS For applying low-viscosity coating materials, Ultracoat dies provide a high precision coating system. Since all of the coating material is applied to the substrate in a metered fashion, significant savings in raw materials can be realized. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries manufacturing capability ensures die flatness, and optimum coat weight uniformity. Ultracoat dies incorporate a flexible lip feature to refine coat weight distribution across the substrate and are available with manual or automatic lip adjusting mechanisms (application specific lip face Ultracoat adjustable dies and designs are available). Premier fixed lip dies are used for applying Ultracoat dies incorporate corrosion-resistant body materials, low-viscosity or wet coating materials. removable lip inserts, and computer-engineered coathanger manifolds. The Ultracoat Die Support System positions the coating die at the best possible angle and proximity to the roll. This provides the accuracy and repeatability that are essential, given the tight operating windows for backup roll applications. PREMIER FIXED LIP SLOT DIES Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries Premier fixed lip slot dies are precise coating devices that are used for a wide range of products in the paper industry, medical field, electronics, solar panels, and flat panel displays. When surrounded by the proper equipment, Premier dies yield excellent coating results. By using an internal shim to establish the slot gap, our dies can handle fluid viscosity from 1 to 175,000 cps. The coating thickness can be as low as 1 μm ( ) to as much as 2,300 μm (0.091 ) making the fixed lip slot die a very versatile tool.

17 COEXTRUSION SYSTEMS Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries is your international partner in coextrusion technology. Whether your product is multi-layer stretch film, thermoformed rigid packaging, biaxially oriented film, or specialty coatings, we have the right equipment to cost-effectively manufacture high-quality products. In addition to manifold designs optimized for coextrusion in single-manifold systems (see the section on Multiflow manifolds above), we offer a wide range of other system components to fit specifications and budgets. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries feedblocks include systems that are fully adjustable on-line; fixed-geometry models; designs that permit rapid changes in the sequencing of layers; and simplified generalpurpose types. Multi-manifold dies are available for structures of up to seven layers. And for specialty coextrusions such as those with multiple colors or stripes in the machine direction, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries develops a variety of die designs on a custom basis. NORDSON EXTRUSION DIES INDUSTRIES FEEDBLOCK SYSTEMS Feedblocks are a critical component of coextrusion systems. They shape each molten polymer into a layer, and then combine all layers into a single sandwich structure that is distributed by the die manifold into film, sheet, or coating. This centimeters-wide structure requires extraordinary dimensional precision as it will be distributed into a meters-wide end product. Paired with Multiflow manifolds, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries Ultraflow feedblocks can be used for the full range of two-to nine-layer coextrusion applications with multiple advantages versus other systems. All have totally stainless steel construction, easy to clean split-body construction, and optimal melt streamlining to prevent the formation of gels and other defects. The Ultraflow feedblocks can be designed to incorporate Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries I-S series of interchangeable flow spools or flow plates, which make it possible to change the sequence of material layers without having to block off flow channels or disassemble the feedblock (see photo below). This feature provides versatility for processors who periodically switch material from the core layer to the skin layer, for example, or from the inside skin to the outside skin. Ultraflow I-S feedblock enables coextrusion processors to quickly change the sequencing of layers by changing flow spools, an example of which is the cylindrical component at left in photo.

18 ULTRAFLOW FEEDBLOCKS In all conventional feedblocks, whether Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries Ultraflow system or units from other die builders, the procedures for exchanging flow inserts or other flow-tuning devices requires shutting down the extrusion line. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries newest and most advanced feedblock system, the Ultraflow V Feedblock, eliminates this downtime by making possible on-the-fly product changeovers, as well as exceedingly precise tuning of individual layers. The Ultraflow V feedblock has adjustable combining planes located where the melt streams join the central flow channel. The combining planes can operate in two modes, each with a different advantage in terms of ease and adjustability: Eliminating feedblock adjustment by the operator. By leaving the adjustable plane in freefloating mode, operators can let the position be determined directly by the equilibrium pressure developed by flow from the extruders. The combining plane responds to the pressures of the different mass flows from the extruder by achieving a state of equilibrium reflecting these differences. In this way, a change in flow from one of the extruders causes a readjustment of the combining plane at the point where materials merge. Optimizing layer-to-layer interfaces. For polymers whose interaction at the point of confluence poses the possibility of disrupting or compromising the multilayer structure, the adjustable plane can be moved manually to fine-tune polymer flow. Shafts extending from outside the feedblock into the centers of the adjustable planes provide ease of operation. Simple settings will change the adjustable planes from free-floating mode to varying levels of responsiveness to melt flow pressure. Once adjusted, an adjustable plane remains in a fixed position. Our standard Ultraflow feedblock is an industry workhorse that enables processors to fine-tune layer thicknesses by interchanging specially machined flow inserts, without having to disassemble the feedblock. The new Ultraflow V feedblock eliminates even this step by using built-in combining planes. It is, in addition, a compact device, easy to disassemble and clean, and streamlined for optimal flow. Ultraflow V feedblocks can be designed for any number of extruders or layers. Unlike the adjustable Ultraflow V system, the Ultraflow I feedblock is a fixed-geometry unit. In most applications, machined flow inserts-small distribution manifolds-permit the melt flow of each polymer to be fine-tuned prior to the combining point in the feedblock. These inserts can be easily changed to accommodate more or fewer layers without disassembling the feedblock or adaptor network. The Ultraflow II-C feedblock is designed for production lines running dedicated coextrusion structures at low to moderate throughput rates. The simplicity of its captured-insert design renders the feedblock compact and affordable. Since the inserts are captured within the feedblock body, full disassembly is required to exchange the flow distribution inserts. For less demanding coextrusion applications (i.e., well matched viscosities or thick skin layers), this simple, clean design is highly effective. Ultraflow V coextrusion feedblock for film and sheet eliminates need for flow inserts. Visible in recessed area at center of feedblock are two combining planes on either side of central flow channel.

19 MULTI-MANIFOLD DIES An alternative to feedblock technology, Isoflow multi-manifold dies from Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries provide more precise control over polymers with different viscosity ratios, accommodate critical processing parameters, and eliminate viscous encapsulation in wide webs. With Isoflow multi-manifold dies, coextruded layers are combined before the die lip land for unsurpassed layer distribution. Ultraflow feedblocks can be incorporated into these multi-manifold dies to feed multi-layer structures into different manifolds in the same die. The dies can also be engineered to include Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries fixed restrictor bars in one or more manifolds to provide ultra-precise skin-layer distribution. Autoflex VI-R die shown here is a five-manifold system. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries multi-manifold die technology provides precise control over polymers with different viscosity ratios, accommodates critical processing parameters, and eliminates viscous encapsulation in wide webs. POLYSIDE TECHNOLOGY Polyside coextrusion dies make it possible to produce side-by-side structures typically different colored stripes-or a combination of side-by-side and multi-layer structures. Available in single or multi-manifold versions, they create new design opportunities. Customized side-by-side striping dies from Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries can produce webs with two to several hundred machinedirection stripes of varying colors and layer configurations.

20 SUBSYSTEMS AND ACCESSORIES DUAL VACUUM BOXES Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries unique dual vacuum boxes provide better stabilization of extruded film than alternate web-impingement devices. In operation, the pre-sweep chamber removes entrained air between the casting roll surface and the film. A second chamber develops a higher vacuum to stabilize the film forming area, reduce neck-in, and control film edge movement. Constructed of stainless steel, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries dual vacuum boxes feature swing-out, split chambers that simplify cleaning, maintenance, and installation. Various blade configurations which are adjustable at the pre-sweep section and between pre-sweep and primary chambers can be supplied. More effective than alternate webimpingement devices, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries proprietary vacuum box technology removes entrained air from between film and roll, then uses high vacuum to stabilize film. DECKLING SYSTEMS Deckles are adjustable devices that vary end product width by blocking off portions of the die slot from both ends of the die. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries offers a wide range of external and internal types. External systems available from Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries include: fixed-side deckles, flex-side deckles, sliding cantilevered wedge-style deckles, and Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries Fast Deckle. Internal deckling systems offered by Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries include: EPC TM full-bore internal/external deckle with edge profile control. Internal deckling available with motorized system. Fast Deckle TM External Deckling System EPC TM Die with Internal/External Deckle and Edge Profile Control Fixed Internal Deckle EPC TM Die with rapid lip cleaning feature

21 SUBSYSTEMS AND ACCESSORIES ULTRACART DIE SERVICE SYSTEMS Ultracart die handling systems enhance worker safety, reduce downtime, simplify die disassembly and reassembly, and help prevent costly damage to critical die surfaces during maintenance. With these systems, die halves are easily rotated to access flow surfaces and streamline cleaning procedures. While basic Ultracart systems are for use with single-manifold dies, the Ultracart Rapid Servicing System is especially designed for triple-manifold coextrusion dies. Fully mechanized, the system can be wheeled to the processing line for off-loading of the die and moved to a workplace for die cleaning and maintenance. Technicians can offload, disassemble, clean, reassemble, and return the die to operation all without removing die components from their secure mounting on the cart. Designed for rapid maintenance of triple-manifold coextrusion dies, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries Ultracart Rapid Servicing System makes possible full mechanization of die handling, from taking the die off line, through disassembling and cleaning, to returning the die to operation. ADAPTORS AND MELT FEEDPIPES In designing and manufacturing these ancillary components, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries pays the same attention to detail as it does for dies and feedblocks, whether the customer requires small transition plates, sophisticated distribution blocks for routing multiple flow streams to multi-channel dies, or lengthy feedpipe networks. Our key design criteria are flow streamlining and engineering safety factors. Adaptors and melt feedpipes are machined from high-quality steel forgings and are beautifully polished.

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24 911 Kurth Road Phone Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com Rev. 08/ Printed in USA

25 Autoflex Dies The Autoflex system uses thermal expansion and contraction of the lip adjusting unit to make finer adjustments to the flexible lip than are possible with strictly mechanical means. 50 (1270mm) Autoflex VI-R HRC100 FastGap Die Autoflex VI-R H100 Triple Manifold Die & 3 Layer Distribution Block Each lip adjusting position is fitted with a block containing a heater and an air cooling path. Inherent in the system is completely manual override, so that the approximate gauge uniformity is established in the conventional manner before the thermal system is engaged. The thermal adjusting system utilizes an electrical source for each adjusting point to increase or decrease the temperature of the adjusting block, thereby changing the lip opening. The simplicity of design and proven accuracy in production with over 1500 units in the field make Autoflex the world s preferred auto die bolt control system. 26 (660mm) Autoflex VI-R H40 Triple Manifold Die and Distribution Block

26 Autoflex Dies Autoflex VI Dies: Elimination of the heat transfer between the die body, lip and translator block. Allows more linear movement in automatic mode, thus reducing the operator s interplay. The increased stroke allows some automatic presetting of the die gap. Air cooling is ported to each translator for balanced and repeatable fast response. Permits use with low temperature or thermally sensitive polymers. Differential adjustment allows for fine manual tuning. Manual override is always possible. Autoflex VI-R: Incorporates all of the above Autoflex VI features plus: Entire Autoflex System is removable as a complete modular assembly. Autoflex IV Dies: A stainless steel cover is installed over the adjustment system to prevent external drafts from influencing the adjustments. Cover prevents vapor residue from building upon adjusting components. Air cooling for balanced response time ported through electrical conduit. The Autoflex heaters are prewired to multiple pin connectors located near the ends of the die. Heaters are easily replaceable. Provision for thermocouples incorporated into each heater block. Patented push/pull lock up feature eliminating backlash is available as an option. Differential adjustment allows for fine manual tuning. 911 Kurth Road Phone sales@nordsonedi.com Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com 2013 Printed in USA 08/13

27 Cast Film Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries, a leading international supplier of extrusion die technology provides a broad line of customengineered flat extrusion dies and related system components for the production of plastic film. Highly qualified engineers, with indepth experience in both die manufacture and processing, are available to discuss and define your requirements, and to work with you after your die is delivered. 81 (2050mm) Autoflex VI-R H40 Contour Die with Internal/External Deckle that allows a close approach to the roll 215 (5461mm) Autoflex VI-R HM40 Contour Die, 9 Layer Ultraflow I-S Feedblock, Dual Chamber Vacuum Box and UltraSplit On-Line Die Separation Device Features Streamlined flow for superior performance. Automatic gauge control as a proven option. Multi-manifold or single cavity coextrusion dies. Precise fast-acting lip adjustment. Unequaled construction and flow surface design. New finish and plating techniques. Unique heating and insulation package. Innovative deckle systems. Easily adaptable to interface with existing equipment. Dual Chamber Vacuum Boxes, Ultraflow Coextrusion Feedblocks and UltraSplit On-line Die Separation Device. Multiflow II Uniform Deflection Manifold Design (See reverse side). 3 Layer Ultraflow I-S Feedblock

28 Cast Film Multiflow II Manifold Design U.S. Patent No. 5,494,429 Coathanger Manifold Non-Linear Preland/ Manifold Interface Elongated Teardrop Manifold Cross Section Characteristics: Elongated teardrop shaped manifold cross section which reduces viscous encapsulation in coextrusion applications. Non-linear preland/manifold interface which eliminates or greatly reduces M and W flow patterns. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries Contour Technology provides dimensional and process stability while at the same time achieves uniform film properties, good purging characteristics and avoids gels and degradation. Advantages for cast film applications: Improved layer to layer thickness tolerances in coextrusion. Improved total gauge tolerance. Improved die flow stability. 911 Kurth Road Phone sales@nordsonedi.com Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com 2013 Printed in USA 08/13

29 Coextrusion Feedblocks Coextrusion technology has evolved dramatically in the last few years with Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries leading the way. In fact, by coupling the streamlined tunability of Ultraflow feedblock technology with Multiflow channel geometry in the die, producers are now achieving the highest levels of coextrusion performance. Consistently high performance is attributed to the broad operating windows and versatility provided by this single-source marriage of die and feedblock expertise (2000mm) Autoflex VI-R Die with 3 Layer Ultraflow I Coextrusion Feedblock & Patented Dual Chamber Vacuum Box (Patent No. 5,618,568) Ultraflow V Adjustable Coextrusion Feedblock This entirely new and highly effective method of combining and adjusting layers has revolutionized the industry. The Ultraflow V feedblock has adjustable combining planes located where the melt streams join the central flow channel. The combining planes can operate in two modes, each with a different advantage in terms of ease and adjustability. Ultraflow V Adjustable Coextrusion Feedblock 60 (1524mm) Ultraflex HRC 100 Fast Gap Die with 3 Layer Ultraflow I Coextrusion Feedblock Ultraflow Feedblock Performance Features Provides effective adjustability, without sacrificing streamlining Split-body design for ease of cleaning

30 Coextrusion Feedblocks Ultraflow I Coextrusion Feedblocks With over a decade of field-proven reliability, Ultraflow I Feedblocks are currently in operation at hundreds of manufacturing sites around the globe. Exchangeable, streamlined Flow Inserts, the heart of the Ultraflow design, combine polymer streams in an optimal parallel-path manner. Should the coextrusion requirements change dramatically, these inserts are readily exchanged without having to disassemble the feedblock from the line. Ultraflow I-L Coextrusion Feedblocks A more compact version of the Ultraflow I Feedblock has flow inserts that are only 2 in. (5 cm) wide. The difference represents a compromise for a 100-in. (254 cm) die, for example, the spread ratio is 50:1 with this feedblock, as against 25:1 with the standard Ultraflow I Feedblock. The I-L model may be ideal however, for narrow dies and for production lines with low to medium throughput rates. Ultraflow I Coextrusion Feedblock (Patent No. 5,375,990) Ultraflow Feedblock Performance Features Flow Inserts are designed like small dies, for optimal streamlining Flush Inserts can be installed in place of Flow Inserts to run fewer layers Split-body design for ease of cleaning Ultraflow II-C Coextrusion Feedblock Ultraflow II-C Coextrusion Feedblocks This family of feedblocks is ideally suited for dedicated coextrusion structures on production lines with low to moderate throughput rates. The captured-insert design renders it both compact and economical. For well-matched viscosities and thick skin layers, this design is highly effective. A minimal need for operator interface ensures product consistency. The Ultraflow II-C Feedblock is elegant in its simplicity. Ultraflow I-S Coextrusion Feedblock Layer Sequence Versatility Both Accuflow and Ultraflow Feedblocks are available in I-S versions which provide the convenience of Selector Spools. 911 Kurth Road Phone sales@nordsonedi.com Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com 2013 Printed in USA 08/13

31 Compounding Designed for uniform flow and maximum streamlining Standard Features High quality die steel body with hard chrome plating. Stainless steel strand plate. Electrical heating. Manifold tuned for specific polymers and rates. Strands exiting horizontal, 45 down or 90 down. Single, dual or triple row stranding. Options Wear resistant strand plates for abrasive applications. Square holes. Explosion proof wiring. High temperature wiring. Liquid temperature control. Special body and strand plate steels. Restrictor bar tunable manifold design. Special platings. 911 Kurth Road Phone Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com 2013 Printed in USA 08/13

32 Dual Chamber Vacuum Box Only Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries Gives You Twice as Many Good Reasons to Use a Vacuum Box The engineers at Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries have taken the well-proven capabilities of vacuum box technology and doubled them. To be more specific, they ve engineered a dual chamber vacuum box. And the result is significantly better process stabilization in cast film applications. Patent # 5,618, (5461mm) Autoflex VI-R HM40 Contour Die with Dual Chamber Vacuum Box The presweep chamber of the Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries Dual Chamber Vacuum Box strips away any entrained air from the roll surface. The primary chamber is used to position and stabilize the web. Two separate air blower systems are recommended, for the unparalleled control. Made of stainless steel, the Dual Chamber Vacuum Box cleans up quickly and easily. So call your Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries representative today for not just one, but two good reasons to use a vacuum box. 79 (2000mm) Autoflex VI-R H40 Die with Dual Chamber Vacuum Box and 3 Layer Ultraflow I Feedblock

33 Dual Chamber Vacuum Box Specifications Performance Features Presweep chamber pulls away entrained air from the casting roll, reducing the air barrier between molten polymer and roll. Primary chamber stabilizes the film forming area, reducing air gap and neck-in and stabilizing the film edge. All stainless steel construction. Swing-out, split-chamber design is easy to clean and maintain. Easily mounts to the die, reducing space requirements, as well as the air gap between die and roll. Insulation between die and box provided. Adjustable blades at presweep section and between presweep and primary chambers are used to control vacuum uniformity. Blower systems can include optional variable speed control to minimize set-up time. Without Vacuum Box With Vacuum Box Draw resonance Lip build-up Reduced line speed Short air gap leads to stable, consistent, high-speed performance. 911 Kurth Road Phone Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com 2013 Printed in USA 08/13

34 Extrusion Coating & Laminating Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries key to success has been a program of continuous investment in skilled human resources, advanced manufacturing hardware and sophisticated software tools, along with a relentless pursuit of technological innovation and uncompromising quality. This is especially true of our recent developments in extrusion coating and laminating technology. A variety of Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries deckling technologies aid in the reduction of resin cost and trim waste by allowing for a reduced edgebead size and minimal overcoat. 1500mm (59 ) Autoflex VI 40 EPC Die & 3 Layer Ultraflow IV Feedblock Features Automatic gauge control as a proven option Multi-manifold or single cavity coextrusion designs are available Deckle systems for edge bead reduction Dual deckle (internal with external back-up) is a recommended option 2250mm (89 ) Autoflex VI-R Dual Manifold EPC Die Easily adaptable to interface with existing equipment New finish and plating techniques 36 Autoflex VI LH40 EPC Die & 5 Layer Ultraflow V Feedblock with Layer Multiplication Technology

35 Extrusion Coating & Laminating Advantages of Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries Coating and Laminating Technology: Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries adjustable internal deckle blade system allows operators to minimize the width and reduce the size of the edgebead. Body Bolt Layout Parallel To Die Lip Opening Optimized lip lands promote uniform orientation, reduce die swell and provide a significant response to manual or automatic adjustments. Easy access for replacing seals and adjusting die gap. The EPC die makes it possible to carry out these tasks quickly and easily, without dealing with numerous fasteners and handling heavy deckle components. Fast removal of deckle system for split and clean. Operators can open the die without completely disassembling the deckles at either end. Instead, each deckle assembly can be removed intact by unfastening four bolts. Manifold Design with Internal/External Deckle Operators can quickly retract the external and die-gap deckle components and insert a simple brass scraper that cleans away carbonized polymer that causes die lines. External cooling by forced air makes it possible to cool end seals and deckle components. Fast Removal of System for Split & Clean Lip Scraper Feature Allows for Quick Removal of Lip Build-Up 911 Kurth Road Phone sales@nordsonedi.com Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com 2013 Printed in USA 08/13

36 Multi-Manifold Coextrusion Dies An international leading supplier in extrusion die technology, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries provides a broad line of custom-engineered flat extrusion dies and related system components for the production of plastic film and coated products. Highly qualified engineers, with indepth experience in both die manufacture and processing, are available to discuss and define your requirements, and to work with you after your die is delivered. Autoflex VI-R H100 Triple Manifold 2750mm Die with 3 Manifold Distribution Block 79 (2,000mm) Autoflex VI-R H40 Dual Manifold Die for Extrusion Coating Features: Improved layer distribution with computer aided manifold design Coextrusion structures with skin layer(s) of less than 10% of total configuration Coextrusion structures with melt temperature differentials up to 50 degrees F Naked edge for trim reduction Side-by-side coextrusion structure Autoflex VI-R H100 Triple Manifold Die & 3 Layer Distribution Block

37 Multi-Manifold Coextrusion Dies Options: Automatic lip gap control Automatic lip gap control with push/pull antibacklash lock-up feature Special lip exit design Complete metric design Special body materials Various platings Mounting trunnions 78 (1,981mm) Ultraflex HRC100 Triple Manifold Sheet Die with 3 Layer Feedblock, 2 Layer Feedblock and Angled Adaptor for the Automotive Industry 32 (810mm) Autoflex VI-R Five Manifold Die for BOPP Applications: 20 (520mm) Autoflex VI-R Five Manifold Die for BOPP Packaging Vinyl Siding Construction Food Automotive Medical 911 Kurth Road Phone sales@nordsonedi.com Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com 2013 Printed in USA 08/13

38 Polyside Dies Polyside Side by side coextruded structures: Sheet for thermoformed food packaging containers. Trays for the airline industry. Cosmetic and medical packaging applications. Point of purchase displays. Features: Adjustable width of stripes. Multimanifold dies, single manifold dies, with or without coextrusion feedblocks. Variable number of stripes. Versatility to process various resins.

39 Polyside Dies Sheet Combinations Available D B C B A A A D A B A A B A C A C A A B A B B B C C B A B A A C 911 Kurth Road Phone sales@nordsonedi.com Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com 2013 Printed in USA 08/13

40 Proximity Coating Coating & Proximity Film Casting of Precision Slot Dies for Low Viscosity Fluids Applications: Photovoltaic Optical film coating Lithium-ion batteries Hot melt adhesives Emulsion pressure sensitive adhesives Photosensitive products Inks Food products Wax Rubber Asphalt Starch Paints Post expanded foams Oil Transdermal medical coatings Emulsion thermal paper Filtration film casting 43 (1100 mm) Autoflex VI-R Ultracoat II Die with Support System Thickness.0005 (12 micron) wet thickness through.010 (250 micron) dependent upon product. Widths In excess of 125 (3.17m) 26 (660 mm) Ultracoat III Die Support system features: Linear pneumatic actuators Adjustable precision stops Digital stop indicators Gear driven angle of attack adjustable via hand wheel Die-bending adjustment compensate for roll TIR Heavy H-beam foundation maintains die straightness 42 (1067 mm) Ultracoat V Die Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries manufactured Ultracoat II Die with Support System in operation at D & K Coating Technologies, Inc., Janesville, WI

41 Proximity Coating Ultracoat Precision Slot Die Coating Head Flex lip slot adjustment Flexible lip Removable lip insets Coathanger manifold Liquid or electrical temperature control Different Models to Meet Your Specific Needs Ultracoat II Ultracoat V 9 (230mm) Body materials: stainless steel or steel with plating Ultracoat III Magnacoat 5 (127mm) Feed entrance Features: Body materials resist corrosion. Removable lip inserts. Easy cleanup. Computer designed coathanger manifold. Manifold designed for highly filled coatings. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries dedicated precision grinding room for optimum flatness and independent inspection room to verify accuracy. Nominal specifications: Flatness within 3-5 micron; Ra Finish within 3-6 micro inch on 15-5 ph and CPM 9V Inserts (Land) and Lip Edge Radius within 25 micron on 15-5 ph and CPM 9V. Options: Die support systems. Special lip exit designs. Complete metric design. Special body materials and surface coatings. Dual chamber vacuum box. Automatic slot gap control utilizing Autoflex VI-R. Liquid temperature control. Adjustable internal deckles. Fixed wet lip geometry or rotary rod lip assemblies. Ultracoat II Coathanger manifold. Adjustable lip face offset. Adjustable lip gap. Removable lip inserts. Ultracoat III Has features of Ultracoat II but also incorporates replaceable coathanger manifold for different materials. Ultracoat V Has features of Ultracoat II but also incorporates a fixed wet lip to prevent distortion. The flexible lip and lip adjusting system are located on the lower body. Magnacoat Streamlined manifold designed for production of filled low viscosity fluids such as magnetic media or ceramic slurries. 911 Kurth Road Phone sales@nordsonedi.com Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com 2013 Printed in USA 08/13

42 Rapid Servicing Systems Ultracart Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries rapid servicing systems enhance worker safety, reduce downtime, simplify die disassembly and reassembly, and help prevent costly damage to critical die surfaces during maintenance. With these systems, die halves are easily rotated to access flow surfaces and streamline cleaning procedures. Triple Manifold Cart Features: Safely supports die for cleaning. Allows easy assembly and disassembly. Die segments are rotated for easy access to the flow surfaces. Prevents damage while handling large dies. Adjustable width for various die sizes. Stores spare dies. Dies are split for easy cleaning. Safe handling of each die segment. Trunnions to support die segments. Gear rack and handwheel for splitting die segments. Can be supplied with built-in electro/hydraulic lifting/lowering mechanisms. Optional preheat station. Triple Manifold Cart with Die Fixed Height Ultracart with Preheat Station for Single Manifold Dies

43 Rapid Servicing Systems UltraSplit On-line Die Separation Device Features: Eliminates the need to remove the die from the line for cleaning. Provided with a built-in mechanism to split the die halves. Allows easy assembly and disassembly. Prevents damage while handling large dies. On-line die separation device available for dies operating in the horizontal position. Options available for carts supporting dies operating in the horizontal position include: Operator platform to safely access the flow surfaces and flex lip die body rotating device for easy access to flow surfaces. 215 (5461mm) Autoflex VI-R HM40 Contour Die on UltraSplit On-Line Die Separation Device 911 Kurth Road Phone sales@nordsonedi.com Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com 2013 Printed in USA 08/13

44 Rapid Servicing Systems Ultracart Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries rapid servicing systems enhance worker safety, reduce downtime, simplify die disassembly and reassembly, and help prevent costly damage to critical die surfaces during maintenance. With these systems, die halves are easily rotated to access flow surfaces and streamline cleaning procedures. Triple Manifold Cart Features: Safely supports die for cleaning. Allows easy assembly and disassembly. Die segments are rotated for easy access to the flow surfaces. Prevents damage while handling large dies. Adjustable width for various die sizes. Stores spare dies. Dies are split for easy cleaning. Safe handling of each die segment. Trunnions to support die segments. Gear rack and handwheel for splitting die segments. Can be supplied with built-in electro/hydraulic lifting/lowering mechanisms. Optional preheat station. Triple Manifold Cart with Die Fixed Height Ultracart with Preheat Station for Single Manifold Dies

45 Rapid Servicing Systems UltraSplit On-line Die Separation Device Features: Eliminates the need to remove the die from the line for cleaning. Provided with a built-in mechanism to split the die halves. Allows easy assembly and disassembly. Prevents damage while handling large dies. On-line die separation device available for dies operating in the horizontal position. Options available for carts supporting dies operating in the horizontal position include: Operator platform to safely access the flow surfaces and flex lip die body rotating device for easy access to flow surfaces. 215 (5461mm) Autoflex VI-R HM40 Contour Die on UltraSplit On-Line Die Separation Device 911 Kurth Road Phone sales@nordsonedi.com Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com 2013 Printed in USA 08/13

46 Rework Services DIE REMANUFACTURING A Strategic Investment Autoflex VI-R Conversion In today s competitive environment, extrusion processors are turning to die remanufacturing as a way to get the most out of their original investment., an international supplier in flat die technology, offers a full range of remanufacturing services, from basic cleaning and inspection to complete re-engineering. What makes Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries die remanufacturing different? An unmatched combination of resources: Precision Engineering. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries draws on the same capabilities that it uses to make new dies. The result: Dies are guaranteed to be returned to like-new specification. Extensive rework operation. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries specialists rework hundreds of dies each year, using the same manufacturing technologies employed by Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries for new dies. Worldwide capability. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries has facilities located in the U.S., Belgium, China, and Japan to rework die systems. Expertise with non-nordson Extrusion Dies Industries dies. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries welcomes rework on other manufacturers dies and stocks some spare parts for them. Expedite service. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries offers an expedite service for the most critical projects. With Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries technology, old dies become truly like new, with original dimensional precision and seal integrity. Or better than new, with redesigned flow paths, improved components, and added process capabilities.

47 Rework Services REWORK RANGES FROM MAINTENANCE TO COMPLETE RE-ENGINEERING Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries remanufacturing services range from cleanup and inspection, to repairs and refinishing, to redesign of flow patterns, to retrofits that dramatically expand processing capabilities. Companies can even incorporate technological advances developed since their dies were built, or increase their product-line versatility. HERE S WHAT CUSTOMERS SAY ABOUT NORDSON EXTRUSION DIES INDUSTRIES REMANUFACTURING We boosted output by 15%, narrowed gauge control by 5%, and improved product quality all at a cost that was only 30 to 40% of that for investing in a new die. STRETCH FILM MANUFACTURER The key to our business is frequent product changeovers with minimum downtime. We chose Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries for our new die business because when the time comes to upgrade it, they have the capabilities to do the job in a few weeks. CUSTOM SHEET EXTRUDER The ability to continuously improve gauge control and process efficiency by retrofitting new generations of automatic die technology gives us a real advantage in thin films where there is no margin for error. MAGNETIC TAPE PRODUCER NORDSON EXTRUSION DIES INDUSTRIES RE-ENGINEERS DIES TO MEET ANY OF THESE STRATEGIC GOALS Improve quality by repairing and refurbishing the die Clean and inspect Refinish flow surfaces Restore original seal dimensions Repair nicks and other damage Replace worn or faulty parts Increase productivity by modifying the die to optimize processing Redesign surfaces for higher throughput Accommodate new resins Change coating or plating Incorporate advanced technology by installing new-generation subsystems Gauge control Die-gap adjustment Manifold Vacuum Box Add whole new capabilities by rebuilding or retrofitting die systems Manual die to autodie Monolayer to coextrusion Dedicated Aftermarket Inspection Department

48 MANY SPECIAL SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE With years of experience in die remanufacturing, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries responds to customer needs according to the rule that no two projects are alike. Some of the special considerations that customers seek include: Cleaning & Inspection Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries will accept dies for cleaning only and make recommendations about necessary replacement parts or repairs. Redesigned Flow Surfaces Using its computer-design capabilities, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries can alter internal surfaces to accommodate increased line throughput, changes in compound formulation, or new polymers. Entrance-Port Alterations It is often possible to change the size, shape, or location of entrances. Whole New Subsystems Changing a die from a manual to automatic, or from a monolayer to coextrusion, is sometimes possible. The change to coex, for example, depends on whether or not the necessary new flow channels can be cut into the die. Special Plating Various coating or plating systems can be applied for special needs from chrome to nickel, for example. Plating Related Equipment Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries can repolish and replate adapters (lathe work) or flat pieces (lips, bars, retainers). Resizing Dies A die that is too long can be resized. Flow surface dimensions can also be altered to accommodate the new width. Expedite Service Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries offers an expedite service for time sensitive projects. Contact a Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries representative for complete details. Emergency Repairs It is possible to make a temporary repair of a small nick on one die lip with an Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries technique that can be carried out either at Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries or at the customer s plant. Replacement Parts Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries offers a large range of replacements parts. Same day shipping is available from our huge inventory. FOR EVERY DIE, NORDSON EXTRUSION DIES INDUSTRIES FOLLOWS TEN BASIC REMANUFACTURING STEPS Disassemble die and clean all parts Inspect, evaluate, consult with customer Strip away plating Repair worn or damaged surfaces Replace worn or failed electrical and mechanical parts Refinish flow surfaces Regrind body seals, prelands, lip openings Re-establish internal dimensions and proper seal Polish, chrome-plate, repolish surfaces All parts are hand polished by technicians. Reassemble die to precise specifications Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries manufacturing and rework facility includes automated precision machining.

49 Spare Parts Services Your global partner in designing and manufacturing high performance die systems has an extensive inventory of spare parts for all of your extrusion needs. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries exstensive spare parts departments in the U.S.A., China, Europe, and Japan maintain inventories of most standard spares and ship them within a day. Spare Part Components With direct access to engineerring records, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries can quickly design and produce custom parts to get lines back up and running. Due to our experience with non-nordson Extrusion Dies Industries dies, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries parts departments stock non-nordson Extrusion Dies Industries die parts that are avaliable for same day shipment. Autoflex Adjustment Components R-Bar Components Taper Gauge 911 Kurth Road Phone sales@nordsonedi.com Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com 2013 Printed in USA 08/13

50 Rework Services The Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries Difference Remanufacturing is no sideline for Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries it is central to the company s mission as the complete die specialist. With its rework expertise and resources, Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries offers customers assurance that they can protect their new-die investment and even enhance its value. People are at the heart of this commitment to dies. Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries specialists serve remanufacturing customers as: Consultants, drawing upon the company s knowledge base in film, sheet, coating, and strand dies, which Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries manufactures and supplies worldwide, along with manifolds, feedblocks, deckling systems, vacuum boxes, air knives, and related equipment. Engineers with access to sophisticated technologies for die design and manufacture, including rheological analysis, flow simulation, computer-aided design, and automated machining. Technicians with long experience in fabricating and finishing metal tool components. This emphasis on craftsmanship extends to hand-polishing, which is carried out on every piece made by the company. Extrusion processors can bring their used dies to one of our remanufacturing facilities located in the U.S., Belgium, China, or Japan with confidence that the right job will be done for the right price. For more information, contact: 911 Kurth Road Phone sales@nordsonedi.com Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com 2013 Printed in USA 08/13

51 XPS Foam Board Die Systems Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries, a leading international supplier of extrusion dies technology provides a die system for extruded polystyrene (XPS) foam board that dramatically reduces downtime for product changeovers, enabling manufacturers to offset much of the loss in productivity caused by switching to a non-ozone depleting blowing agent. 28 (711 mm) Special Heavy Duty P.S. Foam Board Die Features: Easy to adjust components to change thickness or width. Eliminates downtime when changing product specifications. Easily adaptable to interface with existing equipment. Unequaled construction and flow surface design. Special forming box for superior board properties. Optional purge block feature allows for die maintenance to be carried out while the extruder is temporarily shut down but still full of polymer. Optional edge restrictor feature ensures the edges are flatter and more flush. 28 (711 mm) Special Heavy Duty P.S. Foam Board Die, Purge Block and Cart

52 XPS Foam Board Die Systems Advantages for XPS Foam Board applications: Forming box technology - separate, independent components that can allow on-the-fly product change-overs without stopping the production line. Adjustable full-manifold internal deckle - Allows users to change flow-channel width by being moved farther into the channel or farther out. External edge restrictors (optional feature) - ensures dimensional consistency when the material exits the forming box and passes through the calibration plates. Reduces scrap by forming a more square and less tapered product edge. Purge block (optional feature) - Makes it possible to carry out die maintenance while the extruder is temporarily shut down but still full of polymer. The purge block acts as a valve, blocking flow from the extruder while purging material from the die. 911 Kurth Road Phone sales@nordsonedi.com Premier Coating Division 2700 Olson Drive Phone /premierdies Nordson EDI Europe nv Industriezone T.T.S. Zone B Jan de Malschelaan BE-9140 Temse, Belgium Phone /verbruggen Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. No. 95 Yangshi Road, Shihudang Town Songjiang District Shanghai P.R. China Phone Nordson EDI Japan Shinjuku Center Bldg. 38F Nishi Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Japan Phone edi.japan@nordsonedi.com 2013 Printed in USA 08/13