Application & Benefits of CaCO3 Masterbatches

Polymer granulates that are widely used and are usually considered to be magnificent processing materials is known as Masterbatch. Optimum level of process stability, unlike fluids, pastes or powders is also guaranteed by the use of masterbatches. There are different types of Masterbatches available in the market-

•     Color masterbatch
•     Black masterbatch
•     White masterbatch
•     Additive masterbatch
•     Special effect masterbatch
•     Filler masterbatch

In this article we will talk about CaCO3 masterbatches which are a kind of filler masterbatch.

What is filler masterbatch?
This is widely used in plastics industry for many economic benefits. Filler Masterbatch (or Calcium carbonate CaCO3 Filler Masterbatch) manufactured by masterbatch manufacturers is compound of calcium carbonate powder and other additives, based on polymer carrier resin. A part of virgin polymer is replaced by this raw material to use for filling in plastics. That’s why Filler Masterbatch brings cost savings solution to plastic manufacturers.

Applications of CaCO3 masterbatches-

•     Calcium carbonate filler for non-woven materials- non-woven fabric intended for hygiene, medical, personal care, geotextile, industrial and many other applications through the use of CaCO3 fillers.
•     Calcium carbonate in Blown HDPE film- new improved resins and the increased capability of extrusion lines have led to many interesting developments in the film industry over the past few years.
•     Calcium carbonate for breathable films- The use of mineral fillers in the fabrication process of breathable films has allowed a considerable development of these types of films, especially for hygienic films. Calcium carbonate is an active ingredient giving the film special characteristics which allow it to breathe.
•     Calcium carbonate filler for extrusion of yarn and twine- fibrillation can be reduced or completely avoided by using calcium carbonate in the composition.
•     Calcium carbonate masterbatch for extrusion of films and sheets- the most economical way to improve the properties of LDPE, LLDPE and HDPE films and sheeting is to add CaCO3 into original polymer formulations.
•     Injection molding by the use Calcium carbonate filler masterbatch- outdoor (summer) furniture and household appliances, containers, boxes, buckets and so on are widely manufactured by using this.

Benefits of filler masterbatch-

Below mentioned are the benefits of using CaCO3 filler masterbatch-
•    Keeps the production cost down by replacing a part of virgin polymer.
•    It also improves production condition and increases output.
•    Filler masterbatches increase calcium carbonate loading
•    It makes easier palletization
•    It promotes cleaner manufacturing environment.

Author’s Bio-
This article brings into focus the applications of CaCO3 masterbatches manufactured by masterbatch manufacturers.

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