UniTemp Unveils 2026 Advancements for Pekutherm® Purging Solutions
St. Joseph, United States – March 19, 2026 / UniTemp /
UniTemp, recognized as a leader in thermoplastic processing solutions, has unveiled new operational metrics for its flagship Pekutherm® purging compound. With a legacy spanning over 40 years of industrial excellence, UniTemp consistently establishes the global “Gold Standard” for minimizing machine downtime and material waste through its advanced thermoplastic purging technology.
In the demanding manufacturing landscape of 2026, efficiency stands as the foremost driver of profitability. The latest performance benchmarks from UniTemp reveal that Pekutherm®-a non-chemical, non-abrasive “soft-scrub” purging agent-can decrease color and material changeover durations by as much as 80% when compared to conventional resin-flushing techniques.
“When we first launched Pekutherm in the North American market, our goal was to transform costly downtime into enhanced efficiency,” states Bernd Krebs, CEO of UniTemp. “In 2026, that objective is more vital than ever. Pekutherm does more than just flush a machine; it meticulously scrubs down to the metal, eliminating carbonized plastic and even ‘gas ghosts’ that traditional purging methods often leave behind. We are not merely offering a compound; we are enabling plants to shift from a ‘reject’ start-up to producing sellable parts within minutes. Pekutherm is not just a purging material; it represents a comprehensive purging solution.”
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for 2026:
Rapid Changeovers: Average purge durations have been reduced to between 10 and 15 minutes, facilitating swift transitions to sellable parts.
Material Conservation: Only 10 to 15% of screw capacity is needed for a thorough deep clean, significantly reducing the quantity of wasted incoming resin.
Zero-Contamination Guarantee: Crafted with 100% pure ingredients-free from carrier resins, chemical reactants, or added abrasives that might jeopardize future production runs.
Broad Thermal Range: Effective within an extensive working range of 175°F to 752°F (79°C to 400°C), accommodating everything from silicon rubber and standard olefins to high-temperature engineering resins.
As sustainability regulations tighten across the global plastics sector, UniTemp continues to be an essential ally for manufacturers aiming to reduce their environmental impact through scrap minimization and energy efficiency.
About UniTemp,
Established in 1979, UniTemp has dedicated more than four decades to serving as a top engineering and manufacturers’ representative organization within the thermoplastics industry. Since 1985, UniTemp has distributed Pekutherm® throughout the Americas-including North America, the Caribbean, and South America-as well as across Europe and Asia, supporting plastics processors globally. The production of Pekutherm® was onshored in 2020 and is now proudly made 100% in the United States.
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Phone: (269) 408-0280
Email: pekutherm@gmail.com
Contact Information:
UniTemp
1043 E. John Beers Road
St. Joseph, MI 49085
United States
Bernd Krebs
(269) 408-0280
https://pekutherm.org
