Reiloy Westland Corporation

Reifenhauser Inc., part of German manufacturer Reifenhauser Group, moving its North American headquarters to Wichita

This move was recently announced during a press conference at the International Converting Exposition recently held in Orlando. To read the article published by Plastics News, click here. Reifenhauser builds equipment used in the manufacturing of plastic packaging, while Reiloy Westland builds components for that equipment at its plant in Wichita, Kansas. This move will result in the hiring of additional people and purchase of additional equipment for Reiloy Westland. To read the local Wichita Business Journal press release click here.

Reiloy Westland Publishes 9th Edition Barrel & Screw Handbook

Reiloy Westland Corporation’s newly published Ninth Edition of the Barrel & Screw Handbook offers a wealth of information for processors seeking to improve their operations.

Building upon previous editions, this Handbook includes information on resin factors, processing considerations, screw design variables and applications, plus guidelines on component wear.

New in the Ninth Edition are sections on valves, heater bands plus detailed residence time and throughput calculations.

This 53 page Ninth Edition Barrel & Screw Handbook is offered free of charge and can be requested by clicking the following link or calling 800-247-1144.
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Precisely Engineered Screws and Barrels, Perfectly Built.

The right screw and barrel combination can make the difference between mediocre performance and high-profit productivity.

• Improve cycle times for specialized applications.
• Optimize performance in machines that need to run multiple plastic resins.

Reiloy Westland Corporation’s patented designs and commitment to excellence can help your company produce better products, more cost-effective processes and higher profits.

From custom designed injection molding screws to screws built for both extrusion and blow-molding processes, Reiloy Westland Corporation’s plastics processing screws have been helping our customers exceed expectations.

You need a screw and barrel manufacturer with the engineering expertise to find precisely the right set-up for your process. At Reiloy Westland Corporation, we work with you to evaluate your processing needs in order to recommend the best screw, barrel, or other component design for your particular application.

12/12/2012
Press Release

Reifenhäuser Acquires Westland Corporation –

The Quality and Service Leader in the US Market for Screws and Barrels

The Reifenhäuser Group has acquired the US company Westland Corporation, further increasing the market share of the subsidiary Reiloy Metall. > more