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FILAMENT

Hills Inc.'s filament fiber extrusion systems are designed for the precision production of continuous filaments with customized cross-sectional profiles and superior mechanical properties. By extruding molten polymer through carefully engineered spinnerets, our technology enables the creation of high-performance fibers used in a wide range of industrial, technical, and textile applications.

Stylized drawing of a Hills Inc. filament extrusion line.

CUSTOM SYSTEM DESIGN

Our modular filament extrusion platforms allow for full customization of spinnerets, quenching zones, godet rolls, and winding systems, enabling the production of filaments with specific diameters, shapes, and properties to meet exact application requirements.

Detailed schematic of Hills Inc. Filament extrusion equipment. Detailed schematic of Hills Inc. Filament extrusion equipment alternate view.

Hills' Filament extrusion systems are capable of processing a broad selection of polymers with consistent fiber quality and tight tolerances. This includes traditional polymers as well as advanced, specialty, and biopolymer materials.

  • PP Polypropylene
  • PA Polyamide
  • PET Polyethylene Terephthalate

END-USES

REAL-WORLD PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS

  • INDUSTRIAL YARNS

    High-tenacity yarns for ropes, nets, and conveyor belts

  • TEXTILES

    Apparel fabrics, home furnishings, and performance wear

  • COMPOSITE REINFORCEMENT

    Fiber reinforcements used in automotive, aerospace, and construction

  • MEDICAL THREADS

    Sutures, implantable textiles, and medical device components

WHY
CHOOSE
HILLS?

Unlimited potential for varying polymer distribution, including cross-section profiles and ratios within the fibers, enabling customization and versatility.

Optimized processes and reduced waste help lower overall production costs.

High-speed throughput meets the demands of large-scale manufacturing.

Precision engineering allows for intricate fiber geometries tailored to specific performance requirements.

Energy-efficient systems and support for emerging bio-polymers reduce environmental impact.

Modular design allows tailoring each system to specific throughput, denier, or application requirements.

Our on-site research and development facilities enable rapid prototyping and testing.

Close-up of Hills manufacturing equipment.