Articles

Electronics 30 Nov 2018

Simplicity Conquers Complexity in Automotive Molding Cells

Six-axis robots are often recommended for complex automation cells, but here’s an example of how cost-effective, three-axis linear robots can be up to the task.

Construction 30 Nov 2018

Nylon 66: Pricing & Supply Issues Spur Processors to Consider Alternatives

While the nylon 66 tightness may not prove long-lasting, resin suppliers, compounders, and distributors have mobilized to offer processors an array of ‘replacement’ materials.

Sheet Extrusion 30 Nov 2018

Worldwide Switch to New Gauging System Pays Off for Haartz

Leading supplier of sheet and roll stock for automotive applications reevaluated its thickness-measurement technology in 2012, and now has 15 scanners in place worldwide from one supplier.

best practices 30 Nov 2018

Part 1: The Importance of Consistent Fill Time

To make identical parts, you need to keep fill time constant. Here’s why.

economics 30 Nov 2018

Custom Processors Rebound Strongly

Index of 57.9 among custom processors tops overall index.

resin pricing 30 Nov 2018

Commodity Resin Prices End Year on Downward Path

Falling feedstock costs are one factor driving prices lower for PP, PS, PVC and PET, while PE remains flat.

Extrusion Know How 30 Nov 2018

Telltale Signs of Screw Wear

Determining the cause of wear is the first step in eliminating it.

sustainability 30 Nov 2018

New Study Refutes Negative Environmental Impact of Plastics Packaging

Packaging has been the favorite whipping boy of environmentalists. But a new report shows that replacing plastic with other materials would have widespread adverse environmental effects.