Articles

NPE 19 Mar 2018

The Then and Now of NPE

Matt Naitove, executive editor of Plastics Technology, shares the experiences and insights he’s gained from attending 15 NPEs since 1973.

Multiscrew 19 Mar 2018

NPE2018 New Technology Focus: Compounding

Check out what’s new in compounding at this year’s big plastics industry trade show.

Compounding 19 Mar 2018

Novel Flat Fiberglass Boasts Several Benefits for Thermoplastic Composites

Flat vs. round fiberglass allows higher fiber loading levels and better mechanical properties—including higher impact strength.

sustainability 16 Mar 2018

Get into the Zone: Medical Parts Processing

The Medical Parts Processing Zone is a new specialized exhibit area at NPE2018, driven by the fast-growing field of medical devices. “There are a lot of single-use medical devices being made from plastic right now,” says NPE2018 Chairman Glenn Anderson. “Think of devices like syringes and inhalers. Given the aging population, medical device manufacturing is expected to rise 3% each year until 2023.”

Packaging 16 Mar 2018

Maco PKG Licenses Dow PacXpert Flexible Packaging Technology

Maco is the third North American licensee of the this technology, joining KRW Packaging Machinery and Ring Container.

dies 16 Mar 2018

Tool Mover Improves Safety with Secure Movement of Heavy Molds

RUD Chain Inc. says that its RUD Tool-Mover moves heavy and sensitive dies, molds and tools safely and securely and therefore limits costs that damaged tools incur and improves safety for the operator.

color 14 Mar 2018

The 3-to-7-Minute Color Change—Step 3: Color Planning

It is important to understand what to expect when changing from one color to another; here’s a method to analyze what steps must be taken from a cleaning standpoint.