Bandera Geo FutureFilm® – Geomembrane Extrusion Lines
Bandera Geo FutureFilm® comprises blown film extrusion lines developed for the production of geomembranes used in mining, waste containment, water reservoirs, irrigation canals and other waterproofing applications.
Bandera's Geo FutureFilm® solutions can be customized according to production requirements and can offer line configurations for film thicknesses between 0.50 mm and 3 mm, usable widths of 6–8 meters and production capacities of up to 1,200 kg/h.
Production of Wide and Thick Geomembranes
Unlike standard blown film applications, geomembrane production requires greater film thickness, wider film dimensions and high process stability.
Geo FutureFilm® is designed for geomembrane production within a thickness range of 0.50–3 mm and a usable width of 6–8 m. Depending on the application and configuration, line capacity can reach up to 1,200 kg/h.
Single or Double-Sided Texturing
One or both surfaces of the geomembrane can be textured.
The textured surface can be used to improve the surface grip characteristics of the geomembrane in field applications. Solutions can also be provided to leave a smooth strip on the film in order to facilitate welding operations.
Geo FutureFilm® Standard Line Configuration
The standard configuration of Bandera Geo FutureFilm® lines includes multiple extruders and auxiliary equipment configured according to production requirements.
High-Capacity Inner Layer Extruder
A high-capacity extruder is used to produce the main layer of the geomembrane.
The extruder can be configured with a bimetallic barrel and a wear-resistant coated screw.
Outer Layer Extruders
Two smaller extruders can be used for the production of the outer layers.
This configuration enables the multilayer structure of the geomembrane to be created according to production requirements.
Coextrusion Head and IBC
Geo FutureFilm® lines can use a coextrusion head with a die diameter of up to 2,300 mm.
The die is configured to operate with an Internal Bubble Cooling (IBC) system. The IBC system is used to cool the bubble during the blown film process.
Fixed Haul-Off Unit
The fixed haul-off unit, designed according to production requirements, is configured for the controlled pulling of thick geomembranes.
Fully Automatic Winding System
Bandera Geo FutureFilm® standard configurations can use fully automatic winders with a width of 8.5 meters.
The system is configured with automatic shaft extraction and roll unloading functions.
Geomembrane Solutions for Different Applications
Geo FutureFilm® technology can be configured for the production of geomembranes used in various infrastructure and industrial applications.
Waste Containment Areas
Production of geomembranes used in waste containment and landfill applications.
Tunnels
Waterproofing applications in tunnels and similar infrastructure projects.
Water Reservoirs
Geomembranes used in water storage reservoirs and similar applications.
Irrigation Canals
Production of geomembranes used for lining irrigation canals.
Mining
Geomembranes used in mining applications.
Dams and Water Structures
Geomembranes used for protection and waterproofing in rivers, marine structures and dams.
Aquaculture
Water reservoirs and similar applications used in fish farming and aquaculture.
Compatibility with Agricultural Film Production
One of the notable features of the Geo FutureFilm® line is the possibility of switching to agricultural film production using the same extrusion head.
This configuration can provide production flexibility for thinner agricultural films in addition to geomembranes. Bandera also states that its Agri FutureFilm® solution can switch to thicker films such as geomembranes using the same coextrusion head.
Geo FutureFilm® Technical Specifications
| Feature |
Bandera Geo FutureFilm® |
| Technology |
Blown Film / Coextrusion |
| Application |
Geomembrane production |
| Film Thickness |
0.50 – 3.00 mm |
| Usable Film Width |
6 – 8 m |
| Production Capacity |
Up to 1,200 kg/h |
| Coextrusion Head |
Up to 2,300 mm |
| Internal Cooling |
IBC (Internal Bubble Cooling) |
| Surface Structure |
Single or double-sided textured surface |
| Winder |
Fully automatic |
| Winder Width |
8.5 m |
| Inner Layer Extruder |
High capacity |
| Outer Layer Extruders |
2 units |
| Screw / Barrel |
Wear-resistant screw + bimetallic barrel |
Line width, capacity, layer structure and equipment configuration are determined according to the characteristics of the geomembrane to be produced and the project requirements.
Bandera Geo FutureFilm® – Technology for Wide and Thick Geomembrane Production
Bandera Geo FutureFilm® – High-Capacity Extrusion Technology for Geomembranes and Waterproofing Films, Backed by Somplast.