Hose and Tubing Extrusion

IOW Gauge for Tube ID, OD & Wall Thickness Measurement

The IOW Gauge provides non-contact ID, OD & Wall thickness measurements for tube applications. The IOW Gauge is an integrated member of the FACTS, Inc. Total Measurement System (TMS) and Total Line Control (TLC) platforms.

Benefits and Payback

  • Optical measurement technology
  • On-line and non-destructive
  • Non-contact – does not require water coupling
  • Provides measurement, display, control, alarming, data logging & process analysis capabilities

Features

  • Simultaneous measurement of ID, OD & Wall thickness
  • Support for multiple sensors along a process line
  • Support for multiple probes at each measurement station
  • Provided complete with the FACTS Total Measurement System console, measurement sensor and sensor mount
  • Completely replace existing measurement systems or integrate measurement sensors from other vendors

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Total Line Control System for Hose & Tubing Extrusion

The FACTS, Inc. Total Line Control System is a complete control solution for hose and tubing extrusion lines. The system integrates and centralizes control of the entire extrusion process.

The Total Line Control TLC 2000 and 2001 System are complete control solutions for medium through very large continuous processes. Typical process and product parameters monitored and/or controlled include: temperatures, pressures, speeds, tensions, line logic, feed systems, wind-ups and product dimensions or profile.

  • NO PROGRAMMING REQUIRED
  • Fully Engineered Solution
  • Configurable System Design
  • Selectable Security System
  • Support for Job Tracking, Reporting, Dashboards, and MRP/ERP/MIS integration
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Why FACTS for controlling my hose or tubing extrusion line?

FACTS, Inc. has experience building systems that control lines with multiple extruders, third party cutters, profile measurement devices, ID and OD measurement devices and unique third party equipment. Call us to find out how our extensive experience can be leveraged in delivering an exceptional control upgrade project to you.

FACTS, Inc. is the leader in process control technology for the polymer market. In fact, we wrote the book on extrusion control – literally. For the Society of Plastics Engineers, FACTS penned the chapter on Extrusion Control in the “Guide on Extrusion Technology and Troubleshooting.”