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Thermoforming PCR: An Equipment Supplier’s Pointers
Thermoforming PCR is not radically different from forming virgin, but variation in recycled materials can require extra care to get a consistent end result. Start by examining every aspect of the process from the sheet (and extrusion process if run inline) to the final trim.
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‘Digitalization’ – Awkward Term for a Vital Concept
At K 2022, 85 machines from 40 companies showed off their Industry 4.0 capabilities via OPC-UA interface. A new universal interface for Material Supply Systems was revealed at the show.
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Wisconsin Firms Unite in Battle Against Covid
Teel Plastics opened new plant in record time, partnering with AEC & Aqua Poly Equipment Co. to expand production of swab sticks to fight pandemic.
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Spinning Straw Into Gold With Chemical Upcycling
Upcycling diverts waste by converting it to high value materials.
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Avoid Four Common Traps In Granulation
Today, more than ever, granulation is an important step in the total production process. Our expert explains a few of the many common traps to avoid when thinking about granulators
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VIDEO: Using Data to Simplify Your Moldmaking Process
MMT Editorial Director, Christina Fuges, sits down with Injection Molding Solutions Owner John Bozzelli and ALBA Enterprises President/CEO Rich Oles to discuss the importance of data in simplifying (emphasis on simple!) processes.
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Automation Evolution: From Robots to Work Cells, Solo Devices to Integrated Systems
Injection molding automation has progressed from devices to systems, from simplicity to more complex capabilities. The author traces this development through various levels of automation – all still available choices today – and analyzes the costs and capabilities for each level.
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Film Processor Automates Complex Resin Management, Blending & Distribution System
Polipak of Poland moves to BlendSave system to support sustainability and Industry 4.0 objectives.
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LanzaTech Develops Specialized Biocatalysts to Produces Ethylene from CO2 in a Continuous Process
This ‘breakthrough discovery replaces the barrel with synthetic biology, addressing one of the chemical industry’s largest carbon emitters.
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How Do You Like Your Acetal: Homopolymer or Copolymer?
Acetal materials have been a commercial option for more than 50 years.
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K 2022: ‘We’ve Been Waiting 40 Years!’
With sustainability top-of-mind in the plastics industry, this was a ground-breaking show for builders of recycling equipment. It also prompted new thinking in thinwall injection molding.
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Solve Processing Problems, Learn Tricks of the Trade: Register Now for Extrusion 2022
Tune into technical presentations that can help make you more money, and mingle with the world’s foremost authorities on extrusion processing.
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