Every Processing Challenge Has a Solution
Manufacturing challenges are a part of every plastic processing operation. At Flounder Colors, we focus on understanding the problem first and recommending application-focused specialty polymer solutions that improve processing, product quality and production consistency.
Poor Flow in Nylon Components
Challenge
Incomplete mould filling, short shots and difficult processing.
Recommended Solution
FC NY FLOW™
Poor Whiteness & Dull Appearance
Challenge
Yellowish appearance and reduced visual appeal.
Recommended Solution
FC Bluish OB™
Unpleasant Odour in Recycled Plastics
Challenge
Bad smell in recycled granules and finished products.
Recommended Solution
FC Odor Eliminator™
Warpage & Dimensional Instability
Challenge
Distortion after moulding and inconsistent dimensions.
Recommended Solution
FC Warpage Control™
Poor Transparency in PP
Challenge
Reduced clarity and hazy appearance.
Recommended Solution
FC Clarifying MB
Insufficient Slip Performance
Challenge
High surface friction during processing or use.
Recommended Solution
FC Slip Additive / Slip + Anti-Block MB
Permanent Product Identification
Challenge
Need for durable marking without ink or labels.
Recommended Solution
FC LaserMark™
Messy Pigment Handling
Challenge
Dust, weighing errors and inconsistent colour dosing.
Recommended Solution
FC Ready-to-Use Pigment Systems™
UV Degradation
Challenge
Loss of properties due to sunlight exposure.
Recommended Solution
UV Masterbatch
Fluorescent Colour Requirements
Challenge
High-visibility products for toys, promotions and safety.
Recommended Solution
Fluorescent Colour Solutions
High Yellow Tone in PET
Challenge
Unwanted yellowish / dull appearance in PET and rPET.
Recommended Solution
FC PET Bright™
Low IV / Low Melt Viscosity in PET & rPET
Challenge
PET feedstock below the required viscosity / IV range.
Recommended Solution
PET IV Enhancer — FCAPM 701
High MFI / Weak Reprocessed PP
Challenge
High MFI and reduced melt / mechanical performance in recycled PP.
Recommended Solution
PP MFI Reducer 1021 / PP Reprocess Performance Solutions
Film Blocking
Challenge
Film layers sticking during winding, storage or conversion.
Recommended Solution
Anti-Block Masterbatch / Slip + Anti-Block MB
Condensation / Fogging on Film
Challenge
Condensation forming droplets and reducing film clarity.
Recommended Solution
Anti-Fog Additive
Rodent Damage
Challenge
Rodent attack on selected outdoor polymer products.
Recommended Solution
Anti-Rodent Additive
High Filler Loading in PP Raffia
Challenge
Higher CaCO₃ loading with loss of tape strength / elongation.
Recommended Solution
PP Raffia / Tapeline High-Filler Additive
Can't Find Your Processing Challenge?
Every application is different. If your production challenge is not listed above, our technical team will be pleased to understand your process and recommend a suitable specialty polymer solution.
Contact Our Technical Team
Share your application, polymer, production process and the challenge you are facing. We will work with you to identify the most suitable solution for your requirement.