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Prices of PE, PP, PVC Up; PS, PET Flat
While prices moved up for three of the five commodity resins, there was potential for a flat trajectory for the rest of the third quarter.
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Aaron Industries added optical sorting to its operation, expanding capabilities to meet the color needs of customers.
Read MoreDeflection Elbows Eliminate Streamers for Large Film Processor
New elbows eliminate troublesome streamers to increase productivity at leading blown film processor.
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Sirmax Adapts Integrated Recycling Approach to US Supply Conditions
Integrating compounding and recycling to leverage untapped postindustrial recycling feedstocks.
Read MoreBuilding a Future With Sustainable Compounds
With roots in recycling, Star Plastics produces engineering thermoplastic compounds to meet performance and environmental goals.
WatchBlow Molder with a Mission: CKS Packaging Shares Gains Of Its Phenomenal Growth
From three machines in 1986 to 27 plants nationwide today, this family-owned processor has prospered through unwavering customer service, committed employees and dedicated service to its community.
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Delivering Increased Benefits to Greenhouse Films
Baystar's Borstar technology is helping customers deliver better, more reliable production methods to greenhouse agriculture.
Read MoreMasterbatch Creates Cavities, Helping Film Processors Boost Sustainability, Recyclability
Additive technology creates air pockets in film during orientation, cutting down on the amount of resin needed while boosting opacity, mechanical properties and recyclability.
Read MoreExtrusion Technology Extended to Injection, Enabling Up to 100% Regrind Usage
Twin-barrel (shot-pot) press can handle more regrind, offers other benefits to molders.
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In Single Screw Extruders, Mixing Starts in the Melting Process
While the melting process does not provide perfect mixing, this study shows that mixing is indeed initiated during melting.
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Starting or Restarting an Injection Molding Machine — What Works Best?
Successfully starting or restarting an injection molding machine is less about ticking boxes on a rote checklist and more about individually assessing each processing scenario and its unique variables.
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What to Look for in High-Speed Automation for Pipette Production
Automation is a must-have for molders of pipettes. Make sure your supplier provides assurances of throughput and output, manpower utilization, floor space consumption and payback period.
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How to Optimize Color Evaluation of Recycled Plastics
The right color measurement instrument and good working methods will minimize variability in color evaluation of PCR.
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What to Know About Your Materials When Choosing a Feeder
Feeder performance is crucial to operating extrusion and compounding lines. And consistent, reliable feeding depends in large part on selecting a feeder compatible with the materials and additives you intend to process. Follow these tips to analyze your feeder requirements.
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Injection Molding: Focus on these Seven Areas to Set a Preventive Maintenance Schedule
Performing fundamental maintenance inspections frequently assures press longevity and process stability. Here’s a checklist to help you stay on top of seven key systems.
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Using Data to Pinpoint Cosmetic Defect Causes in Injection Molded Parts
Taking a step back and identifying the root cause of a cosmetic flaw can help molders focus on what corrective actions need to be taken.
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Revisiting the '5 M's' of Molding
All injection molding ultimately comes down to the “Man, Mold, Machine, Material and Method.” But those key aspects can be viewed differently if you’re auditing mold changes before startup or troubleshooting changes for an already validated process.
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Attending NPE2024 From the Perspective of a Molder
NPE2024 has come and gone, but before it’s completely in our collective rearview, Plastics Technology asked Rodney Davenport, vice president at injection molder CH3 Solutions, for a processor’s perspective on the big show.
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Former PLASTICS CEO Radoszewski Joins Pipe Maker
Plastics and pipe industry veteran joins Lane in newly created role.
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Biomass Balanced LCP for Reduced CO2 Emissions and Improved Renewable Content
Polyplastics’ Laperos bG LCP is slated for commercialization in spring 2025.
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Braskem’s New Renewable Innovation Center Opens
The Lexington, Massachusetts, center will accelerate innovation in renewable chemicals and materials.
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Circular Network for Returnable Cosmetics and Personal Care Bottles
Stock reusable PET and glass bottles are provided to brands in Europe, along with consumer drop-off and collection points, labeling codes to identify bottles for reuse, cleaning technology, and recyclers to handle caps and pumps.
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ACS Group Announces Promotions in Sales and Marketing Team
Key personnel moves made by supplier of auxiliary equipment.
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Digital Resource for Using Atmospheric Plasma Surface Treatment
Enercon releases new eBook with technical insights on using atmospheric plasma for improving adhesion for assembly and decorating applications.
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Xact Metal Partners with PanOptimization to Incorporate Simulation and Optimization in Additive Manufacturing
Thermomechanical simulations will enable identification and correction of build issues prior to 3D printing.
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Leadership Changes at Husky
The Canadian-headquartered supplier of injection molding machines, hot runners and tooling announced that Bradley Selleck will become CEO, replacing John Galt who will become chairman.
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