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Automation

'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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Scaling New Heights With Vertical Integration

Eden Manufacturing was founded on a vision of vertical integration, adding advanced injection molding capabilities to a base of precision moldmaking and more recently bringing Swiss-type machining capabilities in-house.

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Film Extrusion

Follow These Tips to Fire Up Your Cold Blown Film Line

Firing up a cold blown-film line after a shutdown involves multiple pieces of equipment that all interact. Here’s a look at those components individually and some best practices on how to get your line up and running as quickly and safely as possible.

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sustainability

A Lifetime of Innovation in Plastics Machinery: Wolfgang Meyer

Wolfgang Meyer, a German mechanical engineer and industry leader whose contributions to plastics machinery have shaped the industry. Inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, Meyer’s work in injection molding, blow molding and sustainability has left an enduring legacy.

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NPE

That’s a Wrap! NPE2024 Celebrates Triumphant Return, as Industry Leader Bids Farewell

PLASTICS’ Glenn Anderson celebrates a fulfilling career as the plastics industry gathers in force after a six-year hiatus.

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NPE

Jacques Edwin Brandenberger: From Patented Viscose to Cellophane Innovation

NPE2024: Get to know the story of Swiss chemist and textile engineer Jacques Edwin Brandenberger, whose invention of cellophane in 1908 revolutionized the packaging industry. He was inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024.

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NPE

Shaping Talent in Plastics: The Legacy of Professor Nick R. Schott

Delve into the career of Dr. Nick R. Schott, a figure in plastics technology, whose pursuit of excellence and commitment to innovation have left a legacy.

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NPE

Extend Your Stay: 8 Ways (Beyond the Theme Parks) to Keep the Fun Going in Orlando Post-NPE!

Why go home? Turn your conference trip into a mini-vacation with our ultimate weekend guide — because the best part of the show might just be after it ends!

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Read the Friday Issue

Flip through the digital edition of today’s Official NPE2024 Show Daily.

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NPE

See Why NPE2024 Was the Most Anticipated Event of the Year: Photos You Just Can't Miss

Experience the spirit of NPE2024 with our click-through gallery. Highlights include your colleagues dancing at the opening party, Wednesday's charity event, groundbreaking tech reveals and more. (Photo number five is our favorite!).

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NPE

Meet the Voices Transforming Plastics: Top Podcasters Converge at NPE2024

All-new Podcast Point gives plastics and manufacturing podcasters a platform for broadcasting from NPE2024.

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Last Chance to Update Your Headshot (And it's Free!)

Don’t forget to stop by West Hall Lobby C between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. TODAY for the last day of NPE’s professional headshot studio.  

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