High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Cores

Our High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) high-performance cores are designed to meet the demands for food safety, aesthetics, and durability. These products, produced using advanced tubular extrusion processes, are available in most standard and custom diameters. They are ideal for sectors requiring high-quality winding solutions and serve as a durable alternative to cardboard cores.

Application Fields

HDPE cores are used in various sectors:

• Food industry: for winding plastic films for food packaging.
• Textile industry: for winding textiles or fibres.
• Technical adhesives: used for products requiring high precision and strength.
• Medical sector: for sterile films and other specific applications.
• Other sectors: industrial packaging, plastics processing, and many more.

You can see more details on our application fields here.

Technical Information

• Inner diameters: available in smooth or grooved versions, covering nearly all 3-inch diameters from Ø 76 to Ø 90 mm, with other diameters available on request.
• Widths: available from 100 mm to 4000 mm, with custom cutting options.
• Material: High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE).

Material Used

Our cores are made from High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), a thermoplastic material known for its excellent mechanical properties. HDPE is a polyolefin polymer made from ethylene gas through a polymerisation process, forming long, linear chains of polyethylene molecules.

HDPE is commonly used in extrusion for the production of technical plastic cores due to the following properties:

• High impact and deformation resistance: With its high density (0.94 to 0.97 g/cm³), HDPE offers great stiffness and excellent resistance to shocks and mechanical pressures. It is particularly suited for demanding environments.
• Corrosion and moisture resistance: HDPE is waterproof and resistant to corrosion, making it ideal for use in humid environments or those exposed to corrosive chemicals such as acids, solvents, and alkalis. It is also resistant to mould and bacteria, making it a safe choice for food packaging and plastic films.
• Chemical inertness: HDPE complies with food safety standards, making it safe for use in the medical and food industries.
• Recyclability: HDPE is a recyclable material, allowing cores to be reused at the end of their life, thus reducing the environmental impact, especially with the option of recycled materials.

Additional Finishes

We offer various finishes, such as smooth or grooved inner surfaces. Contact us for more information on additionalfinishes.

Manufacturing Process and Quality

Our High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) cores are produced using plastic extrusion. This process ensures homogeneous products that meet the strictest quality standards. The material is melted, homogenised, and then extruded to form the cores.

At ABI Profils, we strive for a modern manufacturing environment, equipped with 15 mono- and bi-screw extrusion lines, allowing us to meet all your requirements. Our HDPE cores are of superior quality and have a long lifespan.

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Buying HDPE Cores from ABI Profils

With over 40 years of experience, ABI Profils manufactures technical cores in various plastics, including HDPE, to meet your specific needs. We develop custom solutions in close collaboration with your teams to deliver products that are perfectly suited to your requirements.

We use modern technologies to ensure efficient and environmentally friendly production. Our raw materials include standard, technical, and recycled plastics. The development of your tools is carried out in-house using CAD-3D and 2D systems. We follow each phase of your project with our Product Development Sheet (FDP) method, taking into account your technical, aesthetic, and economic needs.

A project manager will guide you through all stages of development to ensure your project’s success.

Contact a project manager to learn more and discuss your specific needs.

Development Stages for Your HDPE Cores

Here are the main stages of development at ABI Profils:

1. Drafting the Product Development Sheet (FDP)
2. Design and 3D/2D modelling
3. Project schedule planning
4. Compiling the Product Quality Analysis Dossier (DAQP)
5. Material analysis and prototyping
6. Technical study and toolmaking

Our services are present at each stage, from defining your specifications to final production.

Contact Us

At ABI Profils, every project is unique. This is why it is important for us to meet with you, either in person or remotely, to define the best solutions for your project. Our philosophy is to create optimal solutions for your standard and specific plastic profiles.

Our team is at your disposal to offer advice. Led by Lionel CHANTEGRAILLE, CEO of ABI Profils, a network of staff is ready to respond quickly to your needs. Feel free to send us a message directly via our contact form or call us at 04 71 61 29 99.

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