Jim Callari

Jim Callari Editorial Director

NPE

Breaking News From NPE2024

Here is a firsthand report of news in injection molding, extrusion, blow molding and recycling not previously covered.  

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Feeder Line Offers Processors More Flexibility

Line features a single touchscreen for easy setup and operation.  

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Resin Conveying

Technology Aims to Smarten Up Resin Conveying

At NPE2024, Novatec moves to rewrite the rules for material conveying with patent-pending smart-pump technology.  

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High-Output Extruder Series Now Comes in Smaller Size

Series offers higher output, lower melt temperatures and energy savings.  

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Compounding

'Smart' Pelletizer Stores Process Parameters, More

System tracks, controls and saves everything from material recipes to process parameters, operator activity from logging on to start, to emergency stops and more.  

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Compounding

High-Output Side Feeder for Compounding

Unit is designed to match the requirements of feeding low bulk density fillers and materials in the compounding process.  

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Drying

Novel Hopper Design for More Efficient Resin Drying

Patented internal geometry and unique thermodynamic properties significantly enhance the drying process, offering a 33% reduction in drying time compared to traditional systems.   

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Compounding

Small Batches, Big Success

With no minimum order and an impeccable record of on-time delivery, Precision Color Compounds is becoming a force in the color masterbatch business.

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Multiscrew

Standardized Extruder Can Be Used Anywhere

Machine can be manufactured anywhere the customer is with the same specifications, design, support and goal to advance their materials.  

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NPE

Melt Filter, Adjustable Flat Die Make U.S. Debut

Backflush filter can handle high level of contaminants, while flat die utilizes motorized actuators to effect a lip adjustment.  

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Extrusion

Davis-Standard Taps Gettman to Head Global Services

Industry veteran to head up Davis’ newly created aftermarket business unit.  

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Technology 'Fuses' Feeding and Blending

New technology combines the controls of the Maguire WSB gravimetric batch blender with MGF gravimetric feeders positioned beneath or remote to a blender.  

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