A resin supplier has suggested that a blow molder of polystyrene parts add 20% polyethylene to improve properties. What property differences would you expect? What processing differences would you expect?

What will be an ideal response?


There would be an expected increase in toughness and a better chemical resistance. For processing: reduce the screw speed in the extruder because the material will flow better and to ensure the right amount of material entering the mold.

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