Jim Callari Editorial Director

Jim Callari is the editorial director of Plastics Technology magazine. Jim has been in plastics journalism since 1988, when he joined the staff of Plastics World Magazine as senior editor. Jim joined Plastics Technology in 1997 as executive editor, and became editorial director in 2009. In addition to being responsible for the overall editorial strategy of the magazine, Jim enjoys reporting on extrusion technology. He is a long-time member of the Society of Plastics Engineers and currently serves on the board of directors for SPE’s Extrusion Division. He is also a member of the content committee for NPE2024. Jim was inducted into the Plastics Pioneers Association in 2012. In 1989, Jim received the Jesse H. Neal Editorial Achievement Award, considered the Pulitzer Prize of business journalism, from the Association of Business Publishers. PRESS KIT

processor's edge

Thermoformed Container Keeps Battery Cells Safe

Despite last-minute design changes and other unexpected roadblocks, thermoformer TriEnda works with a key supplier on innovative reusable shipping container.  

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Drying

'Smart,' Moisture-Based Drying Technology Enhanced

At NPE2024, Novatec relaunches DryerGenie with a goal to putting an end to drying based on time.

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Compounding

Shibaura Machine, NFM Extend License Agreement on Twin-Screw Compounders

NFM to manufacture and sell TEM series of twin-screw compounding extruders for the next 10 years.  

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Materials

In Memoriam: Mike Sepe

“The Materials Analyst” and long-time contributor to Plastics Technology passes away at 71.  

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NPE

NPE2024 and the Economy: What PLASTICS' Pineda Has to Say

PLASTICS Chief Economist Perc Pineda shares his thoughts on the economic conditions that will shape the industry.

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NPE

Italian Machine Builders Bandera, Macchi Running Film Lines

Five layer lines running all polyethylene as part of sustainability push.  

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NPE

Infrastructure May Prove Big Landing Spot for Recycled Plastics

As the government funds infrastructure improvements, a hot topic at NPE2024 – exploration of the role recycled plastics can play in upcoming projects, particularly road development. 

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Film Extrusion

See a 7-Layer Stretch Line Controlled by AI

Colines producing high-tech stretch film on a line with an artificial intelligence control package.

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Group to Present on Growth of Vinyl Records

NPE2024: Head of Vinyl Record Manufacturing Association to discuss industry’s comeback.    

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Drying

Streamlined Drying Process Speeds Up Changeovers

NPE2024: Maguire demonstrating increase in productivity possible by vacuum drying.

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Program Provides Equipment Maintenance, Overhauls and Upgrades

NPE2024: Program aims to ensure equipment remains at peak performance levels throughout its life cycle.  

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NPE

Alpine Is Focusing on Efficiency, Sustainability, While Pushing for Better Recycling Infrastructure

NPE2024: New technology aims at improving efficiencies in film production, but executive calls on e-commerce retailers to help develop packaging infrastructure.   

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