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Which Barrier Screw for You?

It depends ... mostly on the melting requirements of the polymer.

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The Need for Generalists: Part 1

Even companies with seemingly unlimited resources can have problems identifying root causes of problems. Maybe they have too many specialists and not enough generalists.

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Resin Conveying

‘Machine Wearables’ Predict Health of Vacuum Pumps & Blowers

Conveying systems now come with predictive-maintenance technology at no upcharge.

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Packaging

Tiny Stretch-Blow Machine Makes Unusual Bottles

Two-stage machine makes PET bottles with off-center necks and more.

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polyolefins

Interesting Finalists of 2016 SPE Auto Innovation Awards

Take a look at these “runner-up” finalists in exterior, interior and chassis/hardware categories.

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Pentagon Plastics Discusses UK Reshoring, Impact of Brexit

Injection molder Pentagon Plastics provides an update on the reshoring movement in the UK and what role Brexit will play going forward.

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3D-Printed Plastic Molds: K Exhibit Would Make You a Believer

Perhaps you have heard that additive manufacturing—a.k.a. 3D printing—can be used to make injection tooling inserts out of plastics—relatively quickly, at relatively low cost, and with little human labor involved.

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color

Color Trends Suggest Disappointment but Also Determination

Clariant’s ColorForward team predicts 2018 colors to be organic tinged with grey, reflecting a “dark mood” among consumers.

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Automotive

Hexpol TPE Starts Up North American Production

The company's latest global expansion capabilities installed at its RheTech Colors facility in Ohio.

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polyolefins

Six More Winners of 2016 SPE Auto Innovation Awards

Take a look at top-rated innovations in chassis/hardware, powertrain, process/assembly, safety, environmental, and aftermarket categories.

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SPE Auto Innovation Awards Winners Span Nine Categories

The 2016 interior category winner was also the grand award winner.

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Video: Peter Neumann's Exit Interview

After 35 years (and 12 K Shows), Engel's Dr. Peter Neumann retired on Dec. 1, handing over the family held company to the next generation—his nephew.

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