Doug Bartlett

Doug has been immersed in the plastics industry since 1988, beginning his career as a technical writer for plastics machinery before transitioning into product and project management across a wide range of plastics supplies and equipment. Over the years, he has built a reputation for his technical depth, leadership, and ability to bridge the gap between complex processes and clear communication. Doug is a former board member and past president of the Cleveland, OH chapter of the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE), where he contributed to advancing industry knowledge. Since joining Purgex in March 2023, he has excelled in Purging applications and customer training, applying his passion for communication and decades of industry insight to help processors optimize performance and lower costs.

An extruder machine.

How Purging Compound Improves Blown Film Production Efficiency

TLDR: In the fast-paced plastics industry, blown film manufacturers must strike a balance between speed, quality, and cost-efficiency. However, contamination, color streaks, and long changeover times can disrupt the manufacturing process, leading to excessive waste and costly downtime. That’s where a purging compound for blown film production becomes a game-changer. Whether you’re producing food packaging, multi-layered films, […]