UniTemp Highlights Key Performance Indicators for Pekutherm®
St. Joseph, United States – March 19, 2026 / UniTemp /
UniTemp, recognized as a frontrunner in thermoplastic processing solutions, has unveiled new operational metrics for its premier Pekutherm® purging compound. With a legacy spanning over 40 years of industrial leadership, 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 remains the key factor for driving profitability. The latest performance benchmarks from UniTemp reveal that Pekutherm®-a non-chemical, non-abrasive “soft-scrub” purging agent-can cut color and material changeover times by as much as 80% when compared to conventional resin-flushing techniques.
“When we initially brought Pekutherm to the North American market, our goal was to transform expensive downtime into enhanced efficiency,” states Bernd Krebs, CEO of UniTemp. “In 2026, that goal is more vital than ever. Pekutherm does more than just flush a machine; it mechanically cleans down to the metal, eliminating carbonized plastic and even ‘gas ghosts’ that traditional purges often leave behind. We are not merely offering a compound; we are equipping a facility to shift from a ‘reject’ start-up to producing sellable parts in a matter of minutes. Pekutherm is more than 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 10-15 minutes, facilitating swift transitions to sellable parts.
Material Conservation: Only 10-15% of screw capacity is required for a thorough deep-clean, significantly decreasing the volume of wasted incoming resin.
Zero-Contamination Guarantee: Crafted with 100% pure ingredients-free from carrier resins, chemical reactants, or added abrasives that could jeopardize future production runs.
Broad Thermal Range: Operates effectively within a wide temperature range of 175°F to 752°F (79°C to 400°C), accommodating everything from silicone rubber and standard olefins to high-temperature engineering resins.
As sustainability requirements become more stringent 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 leading 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 manufactured 100% in the United States.
Official Website & Resources:
Product Applications & Technical Data:
https://pekutherm.org/injection-molding/
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Media Contact:
Project UniTemp Press Office
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
