摘要 |
<p>An procedure and apparatus for introducing liquids within a thermoplastic or thermoset production system (10) are provided. The apparatus and procedure comprises a storage tank (12) for the desired liquid, a device (which connects to a flow channel (24) (such as a manifold or pipe) through which the thermoplastic or thermoset composition is flowing, and a transfer line (18, 30) connecting the storage tank with the connecting device. The connecting device easily attaches and detaches to the flow channel through a spring loaded or sliding-lock mechanism (37, 38). The apparatus permits a timely change over from one liquid to another without time-consuming cleaning and without a complicated shut-off, removal, and replacements steps. It allows for a quick start-up, and, with the connecting device being attached directly to the flow channel, a reduction in clogging through the unwanted misdirection of thermoplastic or thermoset composition into the connecting device and/or transfer line itself.</p> |