A useful trial begins before the machine starts. The goal is to evaluate Kalo Series MB-110, MB-115 and MB-138 under conditions representative of the finished part and leave a record that can be repeated.
1. Document the baseline
Record product grade and lot, resin, recycled content, process, machine, normal temperature, wall thickness, and the visual or functional standard.
2. Confirm the documented scope
Resins
- High-density polyethylene (HDPE)
- Low-density polyethylene (LDPE)
- Linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE)
- Polypropylene (PP)
Processes
- MB-110: intended for recycled resin, primarily in film extrusion
- MB-115: cold-runner injection molding, extrusion, and blow molding in polyolefins
- MB-138: broader-range option; confirm resin and process with AGAMA's technical team
3. Prepare the blend
Measure by weight, use clean equipment, and prevent carryover from the previous material. Retain samples of the resin and concentrate used in the trial.
| Variable | Published reference |
|---|---|
| Temperature | Published product pages list 140–210 °C as a reference window. Final settings must also follow the processing requirements of the base resin. |
| Dosage or incorporation | Published product pages start at 15–20 g/kg. For MB-115 and MB-138, 15 g/kg is listed for injection molding with virgin resin. |
4. Run a controlled trial
- Stabilize the equipment with the base resin.
- Introduce the blend without changing several variables at once.
- Separate the first transition parts.
- Record every dosage, temperature, or residence-time adjustment.
- Retain identified samples from the stable run.
5. Evaluate and decide
Compare appearance, dispersion, processing behavior, and part requirements against the initial acceptance criteria. When a change is needed, alter one controlled variable per trial.
- MB-110 is not recommended for virgin resin and may require evaluation in injection or blow molding.
- Hot-runner use must be evaluated for MB-115 and MB-138.
- These grades are not formulated with FDA-approved materials.
Official references
Check the live product page before quoting or repeating a trial. Current packaging and commercial information are maintained there.