NPE 2024 Showroom

Additive Technologies for Injection Mold Tooling Ride Tailwinds

NPE2024: Lowering barriers to additive manufacturing adoption in toolmaking.

NPE2024 Materials: Spotlight on Sustainability with Performance

Across the show, sustainability ruled in new materials technology, from polyolefins and engineering resins to biobased materials.

Feeder Line Offers Processors More Flexibility

Line features a single touchscreen for easy setup and operation.

See Recyclers Close the Loop on Trade Show Production Scrap at NPE2024

A collaboration between show organizer PLASTICS, recycler CPR and size reduction experts WEIMA and Conair recovered and recycled all production scrap at NPE2024.

Boise State Team Wins Circular Plastics Challenge Focused On PET Recovery

NPE2024: The competition is a collaboration between Hillenbrand, Net Impact and Coca Cola.

Wittmann Shifts Some Production out of Austria

Manufacture of several core products, including specific models and sizes of injection molding machines, automation and auxiliaries have shifted out of Austria and into Hungary, Bulgaria and Turkey.

A Lifetime of Innovation in Plastics Machinery: Wolfgang Meyer

Wolfgang Meyer, a German mechanical engineer and industry leader whose contributions to plastics machinery have shaped the industry. Inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, Meyer’s work in injection molding, blow molding and sustainability has left an enduring legacy.

That’s a Wrap! NPE2024 Celebrates Triumphant Return, as Industry Leader Bids Farewell

PLASTICS’ Glenn Anderson celebrates a fulfilling career as the plastics industry gathers in force after a six-year hiatus.

Jacques Edwin Brandenberger: From Patented Viscose to Cellophane Innovation

NPE2024: Get to know the story of Swiss chemist and textile engineer Jacques Edwin Brandenberger, whose invention of cellophane in 1908 revolutionized the packaging industry. He was inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024.

Shaping Talent in Plastics: The Legacy of Professor Nick R. Schott

Delve into the career of Dr. Nick R. Schott, a figure in plastics technology, whose pursuit of excellence and commitment to innovation have left a legacy.

Extend Your Stay: 8 Ways (Beyond the Theme Parks) to Keep the Fun Going in Orlando Post-NPE!

Why go home? Turn your conference trip into a mini-vacation with our ultimate weekend guide — because the best part of the show might just be after it ends!

Meet the Voices Transforming Plastics: Top Podcasters Converge at NPE2024

All-new Podcast Point gives plastics and manufacturing podcasters a platform for broadcasting from NPE2024.

George Victor Sammet Sr.: Pioneer of the Plastics Industry

The remarkable journey of George Victor Sammet Sr., a leader in the early days of the plastics industry, includes groundbreaking inventions and the establishment of key industry organizations such as the Society of the Plastics Industry (SPI).

Last Chance to Update Your Headshot (And it's Free!)

Don’t forget to stop by West Hall Lobby C between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. TODAY for the last day of NPE’s professional headshot studio.

Real-Time Mold Monitoring at NPE2024

Progressive Components’ latest mold monitoring platform, the ProFile v4 asset tracking system, is showing actual mold data being collected and managed.

From Ocean Plastic Prevention to Advanced Recycling: Highlights from the 2024 Plastic Sustainability Innovation Awards

The Plastics Industry Association announced winners in four categories, plus a Peoples' Choice Award.

Hot Show for Cold Jet

Dry ice blasting technology supplier Cold Jet has sold two of its show display machines at NPE2024.

NPE2024 and the Economy: What PLASTICS' Pineda Has to Say

PLASTICS Chief Economist Perc Pineda shares his thoughts on the economic conditions that will shape the industry.

Established in Size Reduction, Avian Presents Washing Solutions for Recycling

NPE2024: Avian Recycling Technology presents integrated recycling equipment solutions.

PT, MMT Announce Leadership Changes

Jeff Sloan is named brand manager of PT; Dale Jackman assumes same role for MMT. Tony Deligio to succeed Jim Callari as head of PT’s editorial efforts.

Arthur Eichengrün: Pioneer of Cellulose Acetate Manufacturing Processes

Explore the legacy of Arthur Eichengrün, a trailblazer in 20th-century chemistry and materials science, whose achievements reshaped both medicine and the plastics industry. His groundbreaking contributions led to his induction into the prestigious Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024.

The Titanium Man: Arthur P. Haag's Legacy in Plastics Innovation

Learn about Arthur P. Haag, the visionary behind purity titanium catalysts, whose innovations revolutionized plastics manufacturing for decades. He was inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024.

Kick Back at the Beer Garden (and Other Places to Recharge)

Need to recharge after a productive visit to the show floor? Find the perfect spot here.

Italian Machine Builders Bandera, Macchi Running Film Lines

Five layer lines running all polyethylene as part of sustainability push.

Get Ready to Be Blown Away With New Extrusion Technology

Don't miss out on the ultimate showcase of cutting-edge extrusion technology at NPE. Explore the latest in extrusion technology, live from the show floor.

ICIS Launches: Ask ICIS Generative AI Commodities Assistant

Said to be the first of its kind, this AI assistant will enhance access to ICIS’ intelligence and insights for the energy and chemical markets.

Infrastructure May Prove Big Landing Spot for Recycled Plastics

As the government funds infrastructure improvements, a hot topic at NPE2024 – exploration of the role recycled plastics can play in upcoming projects, particularly road development.

Innovator in Polymer Science and Education: Dr. Joseph A. Biesenberger

NPE2024: Dr. Joseph A. Biesenberger, a pioneer in polymer science and education, was inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024. From founding the Polymer Processing Institute to seminal works in reactive polymer processing, his impact continues to shape the plastics industry.

NPE2024: 10 Things to Do in Orlando

Orlando has a variety of attractions and experiences on offer for those who want to do some sight seeing during NPE2024.

In the Zone: Recycling & Sustainability

The Recycling & Sustainability Zone is the place to learn about new technologies and strategies for a greener plastics economy.

Chihiro Kanagawa: PVC Pioneer and Environmental Steward

Follow the legacy of Chihiro Kanagawa, a pioneer in the PVC industry and advocate for sustainable growth. Chairman of Shintech, his vision transformed PVC manufacturing.

Spark Stages Bring Education to NPE2024 Show Floor

Three stages, five days of programming and more than 75 sessions — the all-new Spark Stages at NPE2024 give attendees a chance to rest their feet and exercise their minds.

Luigi Bandera: Pioneer of Plastic Extrusion With Vision

NPE2024: Get to know the life and legacy of Luigi Bandera, the visionary behind Costruzioni Meccaniche Luigi Bandera, who revolutionized plastic extrusion technology and earned a place in the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024.

See a 7-Layer Stretch Line Controlled by AI

Colines producing high-tech stretch film on a line with an artificial intelligence control package.

Beyond Prototypes: 8 Ways the Plastics Industry Is Using 3D Printing

Plastics processors are finding applications for 3D printing around the plant and across the supply chain. Here are 8 examples to look for at NPE2024.

Streamlined Drying Process Speeds Up Changeovers

NPE2024: Maguire demonstrating increase in productivity possible by vacuum drying.

Program Provides Equipment Maintenance, Overhauls and Upgrades

NPE2024: Program aims to ensure equipment remains at peak performance levels throughout its life cycle.

Unveiling the Next Generation of Injection Molding Machines: Faster, Smarter, and More Efficient

Get ready to revolutionize your manufacturing process with cutting-edge injection molding technologies that promise to streamline production and maximize output. See what our editors are noticing on the show floor.

Honoring Excellence at NPE 2024: Plastics Hall of Fame

Yesterday, the Plastics Hall of Fame celebrated a legacy of innovation and vision for the plastics sector with 17 new members. Discover how these pioneers have helped shape the future of plastics.

For PLASTICS' CEO Seaholm, NPE to Shine Light on Sustainability Successes

With advocacy, communication and sustainability as three main pillars, Seaholm leads a trade association to NPE that ‘is more active today than we have ever been.’

PET Cap and Closure Manufacturing System Launches

NPE2024: Origin Materials and partner Packsys Global say the high-throughput system opens the door to monomaterial bottles, promoting recycling and easing end of life for the package.

A Party Six Years in the Making

For the first time ever, NPE opens with a reception for attendees. Join the party tonight in the Valencia Ballroom.

NPE2024 Features Medical Industry Sessions

Learn about trends in sustainability, materials, collaboration and more at the NPE2024 Medical Industry Sessions.

Inside the Florida Recycler Taking on NPE’s 100% Scrap Reuse Goal

Hundreds of tons of demonstration products will be created this week. Commercial Plastics Recycling is striving to recycle ALL of it.

Industry Experts Offer Insights at NPE2024 Packaging Sessions

Learn from industry experts about the latest trends and innovations in packaging at the NPE2024 Packaging Industry Sessions

In the Zone: Advanced Manufacturing

The Advanced Manufacturing Zone in the place to experience the latest in tooling and automation.

Use AI, Machine Learning to Take Variability Out of Manufacturing

Variability has always created insurmountable challenges for manufacturers. However, in the last decade, impact has been more painful due to a lack of experienced workforce. By leveraging technological advancements, particularly in AI, manufacturers can gain a transformative competitive advantage in both cost reduction and workforce development.

Learn What's 'Covered In Plastics Technology' at NPE2024

Plastics Technology and other Gardner Business Media brands are exhibiting at NPE2024. Learn about what’s ‘Covered in Plastics Technology,’ get a unique photo op and enter the #COVEREDinPT givaway.

Impacts of Auto’s Switch to Sustainability

Of all the trends you can see at NPE2024, this one is BIG. Not only is the auto industry transitioning to electrification but there are concerted efforts to modify the materials used, especially polymers, for interior applications.

Networking at NPE2024: Meet the Women Leading the Plastics Industry

First-ever breakfast for women leaders in plastics slated for Tuesday.

Yushin Boasts Its Largest Ever NPE Presence

More Yushin robots are taking on more tasks than ever before at the triennial show, with premieres for the newest Large, RC-SE and YD Series.

Cobot Takeout System for Shuttle Machines

NPE2024: Proco Machinery upgrades its Robopik bottle takeout system for shuttle blow molders with the addition of a collaborative robot.

Tederic Promotes High Technology, Broader Market Presence

Four cells are running in its booth including a 1,300-ton multimaterial system highlighting its 2K capabilities.

Smart Works Cells at the Heart of Wittmann’s Exhibit

NPE2024: Under the theme of “It's All Wittmann,” the supplier of injection molding machines, automation and auxiliary equipment is hoping to show NPE attendees what comes with true connectivity.

Macro Building Shrink Film Lab Line for Multibubble Production

NPE2024: Machine builder is preparing should market switch from PVdC.

Conair: Going All In on AI

Conveying with Optimizer, Conair’s new AI-based conveying technology stands to be a true game changer for plastics processors.

Pelletizing System for Engineered Resins and Recycled Materials for Optical Molding

NPE2024: Matsui America is introducing the Raptor 22 pelletizing system.

New Pump Rewrites Conveying Rules

NPE2024: Smart Pump technology brings more flexibility and finesse to resin conveying.

Blending Specialists ABS Relaunching Thoreson McCosh Dryer Line

NPE2024: Advanced Blending is taking the wraps off reinvigorated Thoreson McCosh drying line.

Shots for Shots: Canon’s Shuttle Mold Doubles Up Molding of Glasses and Carrying Case

NPE2024: Updated shuttle mold, imaging and engraving technology, and moldmaking capabilities on display.

Uniloy Buys FGH Shuttle Moldmaking & Tech-Service Business

NPE2024: Uniloy adds to its moldmaking and tech center capabilities; FGH expands representation to all of Uniloy’s product lines.

Bole Establishes New Machines and New U.S. Subsidiary at NPE2024

NPE2024: The injection molding machine suppliers has four machines running in its booth molding automotive, medical and consumer goods applications.

Taiwanese Technology Suppliers in the Spotlight

Daily product launches during NPE2024 by leading Taiwanese plastics equipment suppliers are part of the Taiwan External Trade Development Council’s (TAITRA) NPE2024 plans.

Industry 4.0 and AI in the Spotlight for Shibaura

Shibaura is deploying its exclusive industrial IoT service machiNetCloud at NPE2024 and launching the all-new S-Concept AI system for making real-time process adjustments.

Athena Controls Emphasizes Customization: Buy Just What You Need

At NPE, 60-year-old Athena reintroduces itself as a vendor of standard control platforms customized for maximum utility and economy.

Duo Shredder Upgraded With Reinforced Pusher System

NPE2024: Rapid Granulator presents its latest size reduction technology.

Addex Continues to Advancing Cooling in Blown Film

NPE2024: Cooling specialist Addex debuts auto-profiling air ring for rotating dies, and new single-plenum air ring.

Hasco Marks a Century in Mold Components, Mold Bases and Hot Runners with Cake and New Technologies

NPE2024: Cake, drinks and the unveiling of a new North American website providing online ordering in the U.S. and Canada for the first time are just some of the things happening at Hasco’s booth as it brings its year-long centennial celebration to Orlando.

Arburg Debuts New Machine Outside of Germany for First Time

NPE2024: Arburg says the Allrounder 720 E injection molding machine premiere highlights the importance of the show and market.

Simulation Software Offers More Insights into Coextrusion, Layer Incapsulation

NPE2024: Compuplast to also debut simulation tools for blow molding and thermoforming.

Automation in Winding, Coiling and Cutting for Reduced Labor and Increased Safety and Consistency

Reel Power will demonstrate how its automatic winding system works in concert with extrusion and automated pick and place.

Industry Trends Mean New Applications for Established Continuous Mixing System

NPE2024: Farrel Pomini is highlighting the adaptability of its continuous mixer to recycling, bioresin contexts.

Uniloy Enhances Aftermarket Services, Renews Its Machinery Portfolio

NPE2024: At the show, Uniloy is highlighting its expanded service network and spare-parts capabilities, as well as a new tooling asset-management program and interactive electronic machine manual. Not on display are several new machinery developments across the company’s technology spectrum.

‘Cutting-Edge’ Portfolio of Electrically Conductive Plastics

NPE 2024: Premix Group is unveiling its Pre-Elec compounds and concentrates for ESD, explosive atmosphere, liquid handling and metal replacement applications.

Molding Solutions for Flexibility and Monitoring

NPE2024: Ewikon highlighting new hot runner nozzle and Smart Control system.

Tomra GAINnext Uses Deep Learning Technology to Purify PET Streams for Recycling

NPE2024: AI sorting add-on for the company’s Autosort systems aids in removing elusive plastic contaminants.

‘Smart,’ Moisture-Based Drying Technology Enhanced

NPE2024: Novatec relaunches DryerGenie with a goal to putting an end to drying based on time.

General Polymers Thermoplastics to Further Expand Distribution Business

NPE2024: Following the company’s recent partnership buyout, new North American geographic territories are in its sight.

Upgrade to Accelerated Artificial and Natural Weathering Testing

NPE 2024: Atlas’ S³T system is designed for the company’s Weather-Ometer Ci4400 and Ci5000 instruments

Absolute Robot Grips New Role as Custom Automation Integrator

NPE2024: ARI exhibit positions robot supplier as integrator of more complex custom downstream automation systems.

Purgex Purging Compounds Celebrates Founder's Induction to Plastics Hall of Fame and Holds Technical Seminars

NPE2024: Purgex team hosting technical seminars throughout the show with industry pros.

Plasmatreat's Technology is Transforming Manufacturing with Innovation and Sustainability

NPE2024: Advancements and forward-thinking initiatives in plastics manufacturing will be highlighted.

Dryer, Blender for 'Real Time' Regrind Usage

NPE2024: Dri-Air Industries and Maguire Products join forces on the former’s second generation of on-demand drying/blending systems for the circular economy.

Struktol Showcasing a Range of Specialty Additives

NPE2024: Focus is on additives for plastics including PVC and WPC industries.

Teknor Apex Presents Daily Hourly Sessions on Broad Range of Materials for Sustainability and Electrification

NPE 2024: Teknor Apex discusses its recyclable thermoplastic elastomers and much more between Tuesday and Thursday

LyondellBasell Showcasing End-Use Applications in 5 Key Markets

NPE2024: LYB is highlighting applications in circularity, mobility and transportation, food and medical, consumer goods/lifestyle, and infrastructure/building and construction.

U.S. Debut for Slimmed Down Electric Machine

NPE2024: Arburg’s debut of the 310-ton Allrounder 720 E Golden Electric extends the tonnage range of the electric series and marks the first global press premiere outside of Germany.

Heartland Polymers, North America’s Newest PP, Producer Makes NPE Debut

NPE2024: The only Canadian-based PP producer operates its inland complex just east of Edmonton, Alberta.

Gneuss Extrusion, Filtration and Measurement Technology for Recycling Applications

NPE2024: Gneuss will highlight Omni recycling systems including filtration and measurement solutions.

Bekum Showcases New Capabilities in Electric Shuttles And Large Industrial Machines

NPE2024: Bekum is launching both new U.S.-built electric shuttles and a new line of high-tech large machines with automation, and also is featuring sustainability through energy savings and trilayer coextrusion with PCR.

Asahi Kasei Showing Engineered Plastics Including Recycled PP and Nylon, 3D Printing Filaments, and Asaclean Plus Purging Concentrate

NPE2024: Xyron and Thermylene engineered resins include recycled versions and new 3D printing filaments highlighted, as well as Asaclean Plus purging concentrate.

Marking 5 Years of the Global Commitment to Plastic Packaging Sustainability

As we mark the fifth anniversary of the Global Commitment, a collaborative effort led by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and the United Nations, we reflect on its enduring impact in steering the plastic packaging value chain toward a sustainable future. We explore insights shared by initiative signatories, assessing the strides made and recognizing challenges faced, toward the construction of sustainable packaging frame.

Safety, Recycling, and Compounding Trends Bring New Opportunity to 70-Year-Old Company

NPE2024: Vac-U-Max presents pneumatic conveying solutions for powdered materials.

Dr. Chris Rauwendaal: Creator and Inventor in Plastic Extrusion

Dr. Chris Rauwendaal's impact on plastic extrusion is characterized by innovation and creativity, evident in his contributions to both theory and practical applications. Recognized with induction into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, his career encompasses a wide range of achievements, from pioneering revolutionary screw designs to authoring the esteemed "Polymer Extrusion" book.

Wendy Hoenig: Female Leadership in the Plastics Industry

Wendy Hoenig's induction into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024 marked a crowning achievement in her illustrious career. Her strategic vision and innovative contributions during her tenure at The Dow Chemical Co. and as a consultant have left an indelible mark on the plastics sector, shaping its trajectory for decades to come. Being the fifth female inductee in the Plastics Hall of Fame, we also talked with her about female leadership in the plastics sector.

New Rotary Die and Cam Lock Design for Tubing

NPE2024: New design enables quick and easy assembly and disassembly of the crosshead, and eliminates the socket head cap screws.

NPE2024 Features Technical Seminars in Spanish

The educational offering of NPE2024 includes a series of conferences in Spanish on advanced plastic processing technologies and the circular economy.

All-Electric Shuttle Debut at NPE

NPE2024: R&B Plastics Machinery’s new small-to-middle-size model is suited for up to six parisons and containers up to 5 L.

Connectivity for Material Handling Offers Greater Visibility

NPE2024: Motan solutions integrate data connectivity.

Clear Amorphous Nylon for Flexible Food Packaging

NPE 2024: NYCOA’s NY-Clear 6I/6T nylon targeted for packaging and precision molded applications.

In the Zone: MAPP Pavilion

NPE2024: Network with industry leaders and learn new technology at the MAPP Pavilion.

NPE2024 Offers Students Career-Advancing Opportunities

NPE2024: the Student Career Development Workshop offers students with career opportunities and advice.

Educating the Next Generation of Plastics Professionals

These schools and local industry are working together to close the workforce gap in the plastics industry by offering hefty plastics curricula and training programs for degree-seeking students as well as current plastics employees looking to upskill.

Manual Leak Tester and Vision Option

NPE2024: New from ALPS Inspection are the affordable BenchPlus manual leak tester and a vision option to add defect detection to leak testers.

Sensing Instrumentation for More Sustainable and Automated Polymer Processing

NPE2024: Dynisco solutions support move to nontoxic materials and adds feedback control capability.

Performance Phosphite Antioxidant and Extended Service Life UVA for Polyolefins

NPE 2024: Songwon’s Songnox 9228 phosphite enhances resistance to oxidative corrosion while Songsorb 1164 UVA outperforms benzotriazoles.

Cobot Palletizing System for Bottles

NPE2024: Proco Machinery’s new collaborative robot system palletizes bottles with trays and tier sheets up to 104 in. high.

Kiefel Showcasing New Equipment and Sustainable Solutions

NPE2024: Kiefel is demonstrating its Speedformer KMD 90.1 Premium machine and cutting-edge technology for efficient polymer cups and fiber sip-lid production.

Mold Solutions Target Safety, Storage and Productivity

NPE2024: Globeius and its suppliers showcase solutions focused on decreasing downtime, reducing energy consumption, increasing safety and more in an injection mold shop.

Addressing Supply Chain Leakage in Plastics

NPE2024: Ultratech offers spill containment solutions customized for handling plastic pellets.

In the Zone: Materials Science Part 2

Explore the Materials Science Zone at NPE2024 and discover the chemistry behind the materials that best meet your needs.

BASF Highlighting How They 'Make, Use and Recycle Future Solutions'

NPE2024: BASF is using its proprietary computer-aided engineering tool Ultrasim when designing for sustainability in a broad range of industries.

Next-Generation Additives Including Rice Bran Wax, Stabilizers, Flame Retardant

NPE 2024: Clariant is showcasing alternatives to fossil-based carbon waxes and additions to its AddWorks portfolio of stabilizers.

Crosshead Die for Elastomers Adjusts Easily

NPE2024: Mechanically actuated gum space adjustment requires only ordinary socket wrench.

'Hybrid' Die Design Eliminates Weld Lines, Cuts Stagnation

NPE2024: Newest extrusion tool retains benefits of previous design and adds features to boost quality.

PHA-Based Compounds for Compostable Film Packaging

NPE 2024: CJ Biomaterials launches two Phact PHA/PLA compounds for blown, cast and MDO film applications.

Additives for Boosting Performance and Sustainability of PE and PP Packaging

NPE 2024: Milliken’s UltraGuard 2.0 boosts barrier performance in HDPE and LLDPE while Hyperform HPN 58ei improves properties of PP FDA-approved sheet and thermoformed packaging.

Production Tracking Software Enables Smart Factory Functionalities

NPE2024: Wintriss is demonstrating the advanced features behind its ShopFloorConnect software and ShopFloorTracker hardware, which are key to capturing, tracking and managing data collection.

Dr. Walter Kaminsky: Pioneer of Catalysts Revolutionizing Polymer Production and Recycling

Dr. Walter Kaminsky’s pioneering research on metallocene catalysts at the University of Hamburg sparked a global revolution in plastics production. Inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, Kaminsky’s legacy continues to shape the polyolefin industry and plastic recycling technologies.

J. Michael Cude: Innovator in Medical Plastics

The remarkable journey of J. Michael Cude covers a four-decade career in the medical plastics industry, marked by groundbreaking innovations and leadership. Inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, Cude's contributions continue to shape medical device manufacturing worldwide.

H. Joseph Gerber: Pioneer of Plastics Innovation for Various Industries

The remarkable legacy of H. Joseph Gerber in plastics revolutionized multiple industries. Inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, Gerber's inventions — including computer-controlled fabric cutting and CAD/CAM systems — continue to shape manufacturing processes worldwide.

Innovator and Architect of INSITE Technology: Kurt Swogger

The pioneering legacy of Kurt Swogger at Dow Chemical Co. revolutionized the plastics industry with INSITE Technology. Inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, Swogger’s innovations in high-performance polyolefins have shaped industries worldwide.

Rainer Armbruster: Pioneer of Injection Cube Molds

Discover how Rainer Armbruster, inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, has become an icon in moldmaking, revolutionizing the injection molding industry with his groundbreaking cube mold technology.

Dr. Cato Laurencin: Pioneer in Plastics for Regenerative Medicine

Dr. Cato Laurencin, whose groundbreaking work in plastics and regenerative medicine has transformed health care, was inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024. Dr. Laurencin's innovative use of polymers for musculoskeletal applications has revolutionized medical devices and biologics.

Plasticizer-Free Proprietary Long-Chain Nylons

NPE 2024: NYCOA highlighting proprietary NXTamid L as a sustainable replacement to nylons 11 and 12.

Interactive Training for Injection, Extrusion and Other Processes

Paulson has four in-booth stations demonstrating its various training solutions.

PLASTICS Names McGwire Winner of 2024 William R. Carteaux Leadership Award

Member of PLASTICS for more than 40 years served on several committees and boards since 2005, including a stint as chairman.

In the Zone: Packaging Part 2

Check out the Packaging Zone at NPE2024 and explore the latest in both flexible and rigid packaging.

Completely Connected Molding

NPE2024: Medical, inmold labeling, core-back molding and Industry 4.0 technologies on display at Shibaura’s booth.

Automated Injection Molding Process Adjustments

Shibaura says its S-Concept represents an AI technology capable of making real-time process adjustments.

Enhanced Temperature Controls for Hot Runners, Extrusion and Packaging

NPE2024: Athena introduces expanded hot-runner controller with up to 120 zones, plus updated panel-mount “universal” temperature/process control.

Teknor Apex and UBQ Materials to Further Expand Development of Sustainable Materials

Their strengthened compounding partnership will expedite product development.

BASF Chair to Keynote on Firm's Sustainability Path

Chair, CEO Heinz to discuss materials giant's sustainability journey.

Next-Generation All-Electric and Vertical Injection Molding Machines

Sodick Plustech’s VR-G and MS-G2 Series both utilize the company’s proprietary V-Line technology, separating plasticizing and injection functions, and have upgraded displays, energy efficiency, response time and more.

Precise Blender for Low-Throughput Molders

NPE2024: Gravimetric batch blender precisely delivers precise material blends from up to four ingredients at extremely low throughputs.

Riverdale Global Showing Latest Innovations and New Satellite Location in Wisconsin

NPE2024: Live demos of updated RGS controller are among the highlights at its Wisconsin facility that will house the ‘new’ color R&D lab.

Downstream Line for High-Precision Profiles

NPE2024: System features calibration and cooling tables, haul-offs, cutting units and tilting tables.

Smart Granulator Control Integrates Size-Reduction Systems, Enables Predictive and Knife Maintenance

NPE 2024: Conair’s New SG Control is available for its Viper Granulators

Artificial Intelligence Manages Changing Conveying Conditions

NPE2024: Billed as an industry first, controls autonomously adjusts the conveying system in real-time to move material under optimal conditions.

Mini Control Offers Central Conveying for Small Plants, Work Cells

NPE2024: System supports vacuum conveying systems with up to three vacuum pumps and a maximum of up to 12 receivers.

Resin-Selection Station Conveys Material on Demand

NPE2024: Powerful, space- and labor-saving station makes the connections and conveys material automatically on command.

AI Manages Resin Drying Airflows and Throughputs for Energy Savings

NPE2024: Optional feature automates the process of maintaining process-ready resins at perfect temperatures and varied throughputs, while preventing overdrying and realizing significant energy savings.

Resin Drying Hoppers Offer More Energy Efficiency, Durability and Cleanability

NPE2024: Drying hoppers provide improved energy efficiency and a durable textured metal exterior finish. Thicker insulation provides a cooler working environment, while polished stainless steel interiors resist material entrapment, and make cleanouts and changeovers faster.

3D Printed Hot Runner Nozzles, Pressure Pads Provide Reliable Temperature Handling

NPE2024: Witosa GmbH, through its distributor DMS, brings the Monolith hot runner nozzle and hardened steel Energy Blocker to the U.S., enabling the reduction in time, costs and improvements in product quality.

In the Zone: Sustainability Hub

NPE2024: Experience the latest eco-friendly innovations in the plastics industry at the Sustainability Hub.

Next-Generation Workhorse Ultrasonic Welding Machines

NPE 2024: Rinco Ultrasonics’ line of standard ultrasonic welding machines significantly upgraded.

Laser Marking Additives for Diverse Plastics

NPE 2024: Tosaf launches additives that boast exceptional transparency.

Height Gauge With Added Features and Accuracy

NPE2024: Mitutoyo America’s LH600F features a touchscreen interface that enables easy and intuitive operation.

Michael Cicco Announced as Second Keynote Speaker for NPE2024

FANUC America president and CEO Michael Cicco presents his show opening keynote, ‘Unlocking the Potential: Robotics, AI and Automation in the New Tech Era,’ at NPE2024.

Processing Megatrends Drive New Product Developments at NPE2024

It’s all about sustainability and the circular economy, and it will be on display in Orlando across all the major processes. But there will be plenty to see in automation, AI and machine learning as well.

Syntactic Foam With High Service Temperature and High Friction for Thermoforming

NPE 2024: CMT Materials showcases new plug-assists Hytac HTF copolymer syntactic foam.

Volumetric Unit Offers Consistent, Accurate Masterbatch Dosing

NPE2024: Compact feeder mounts directly to the feedthroat of the primary processing machine.

PIR/PCR Recycled Content and Biobased TPEs for Broad Range of Applications

NPE2024: Kraiburg TPE launching PCR/PIR content polyolefin-based TPEs and its expanded line of Thermolast R biobased TPEs.

'Simple' Units Feature State-of-the-Art Controls

NPE2024: New dryer line from Motan billed as the most cost-effective entry-level models it offers and comes equipped with state-of-the-art control technology.

5-Component 'Plug-and-Play' Conveying System

NPE2024: VAC-U-MAX Signature Series Vacuum Conveyors are a “plug-and-play” solution for conveying powders, pellets, flakes, fibers, wood flour, pigments and more to processing lines.

Automated Resin Management and Blending System for Tight Spaces

NPE2024: Designed for new and existing operations with up to 10 machines and limited available space.

Next-Generation Fully Electric Ultrasonic Welding System

NPE 2024: Rinco new eMotion servo-driven machine is available in 20 kHZ and 35 kHz frequencies.

Automated Resin Management and Blending System

NPE2024: Ampacet Liad’ Smart BlendSave Compact uses patented weighing and blending technology to manage increasing number of resin and PCR materials.

Stretching the Boundaries of Large PET Containers

NPE2024: Cypet shows off new capabilities for its ISBM machines.

'Dual Action' Purging Compound Accelerates Color Changes

NPE2024: Shuman Plastics’ Dyna-Purge Division launches Dyna-Purge L, extending its “3X technology.”

Gravimetric Batch Blender Gets Series of Upgrades

NPE2024: Moretto makes enhancements to its DGM Gravix blender series to boost performance and reliability.

Range of Products for Pelletizing, Recycling

NPE2024: Maag to debut new pelletizing and reclaim solutions.

Updated Interactive Tool for Predicting Multilayer Film Performance

NPE 2024: NOVA Chemicals presents the latest enhancements to its Bonfire Multilayer Property Predictor and new Syndigo rPE portfolio

Coiling System Features Automated Spool Removal

NPE2024: Designed for wire and cable and tubing, system is equipped with a Yaskawa cobot for automated spool removal.

420 Stainless Steel Now Qualified With TrueShape 3D Printing Technology

NPE2024: Mantle's additive manufacturing technology is designed for precision tooling.

Long-Chain Nylons for Wide Range of Processes

NPE2024: NYCOA is now offering NXTamid T Nylon 610 and 612 grades as part of its transformation into a specialty nylon company.

Relaunched Chillers, Blenders, Dryers

NPE2024: New auxiliaries from AEC include chiller that meets new standards for refrigerants.

Packaged Chillers, Central Chillers, New Controller for TCUs

NPE2024: Sterling debuts broad range of products for temperature control.

Compressed-Air Dryer for Low Throughputs

NPE2024: Line has output range from 1 to 15 pounds.

Enhanced Dry-Ice Cleaning Systems for Screws, Tooling

NPE2024: Cold Jet will be displaying four new dry-ice cleaning solutions for screw and tooling, and will also offer booth visitors a chance to win one of them.

New Machines, Spare Parts and Auxiliaries for Compounding

NPE2024: ENTEK displaying a range of products at the May show.

Pelletizer Developed Specifically for Pharmaceuticals

NPE2024: Bay Plastics will also debut a new feed-roll material for strand applications.

Portfolio of Reduced Carbon Footprint Engineering Compounds

NPE2024: Polymer Resources expands sustainable materials portfolio to include grades with at least 50% recycle content

In the Zone: Bottling Stage

NPE2024: Hear from industry experts at the Bottling Stage.

Four Industry 4.0 Tech Adoption Insights from Indiana Plastics Manufacturers

As more plastics manufacturers step into the Fourth Industrial Revolution, insights have emerged about how best to approach the digital transformation journey.

Education at NPE2024: 3D Printing Workshop

Learn about the emerging possibilities for part production via 3D printing/additive manufacturing.

Extruder Controls Make for More Energy Efficiency

NPE2024: Twin-screw extruders packed with features to optimize energy consumption.

Updated Interactive Tool for Predicting Multilayer Film Performance, Recycled PE Grades

NPE 2024: NOVA Chemicals presents the latest enhancements to its Bonfire Multilayer Property Predictor and new Syndigo rPE portfolio.

Higher Stretch-Blow Productivity for PET and HDPE

NPE2024: Aoki debuts higher output, single-stage ISBM presses and a lightweight packer bottle in HDPE.

High-Throughput, Robust Thermoformer

NPE2024: WM Thermoforming’s new generation of FC1000 IM2 offers the highest throughput per square feet.

Higher Productivity and Energy Savings for Packaging, Industrial Parts

NPE2024: Bekum is running EPET on its first U.S.-built all-electric shuttle. It is also highlighting the new XBLOW 200 industrial machine with new clamp design, plus a new extrusion head, three-layer retrofits, energy-saving extruder and EBLOW 08 electric shuttles.

Single-Inlet Plenum Air Ring Improves Gauge Control

NPE2024: New design also eliminates multiple hoses to clean up production area.

Enhanced Injection-Blow Machine In Servohydraulic and Hybrid Versions

NPE2024: Jomar is showing its 85-S GEN II machine with beefed-up specs in standard servohydraulic version and brand-new hybrid model.

Advanced Inspection of Bottles and Labels

NPE2024: Intravis shows new system for full label inspection on round, randomly oriented bottles; and redesigned bottle inspection system with more modular design.

Education at NPE2024: More Reasons Than Ever to Attend

NPE attendees will learn about the future of plastics, the important part they play in our evolving industry and how plastics contribute to our daily lives and our circular economy.

Stack Mold System Combines Fast Injection With High Process Repeatability

NPE2024: Primarily designed for thin-wall packaging applications, the patent-pending mold design by Oerlikon HRSflow brings consistency, simplified maintenance and assembly and a sustainable materials focus.

Sustainable Carbon Blacks for Wire and Cable and Other Applications

NPE 2024: Orion showcases carbon blacks from end-of-life pyrolysis oil.

Equipment for Compounding, Reactive Extrusion, Devolatilization, Foaming and Direct Extrusion

NPE2024: Leistritz to focus on advances made via twin-screw extrusion.

Refurbishing Service for Biax Lines

NPE2024: Clip and chain systems for film-stretching lines can now be overhauled in the U.S.

Auto-Profile System for Blown Film Rotating Dies

NPE2024: New technology can slash gauge variation by 50%.

Novel Cooling System, Energy Efficient Extruders for Blown Film

NPE2024: Tower-mounted, variable-diameter air ring and flexible, energy-efficient extruder highlight Apline display.

Thousandths Increment Core Pin Line Expanded

Progressive Component’s line of TI Pins now includes 267 standard sizes in new, longer lengths.

Smart Assistant Bridges Injection Molding Skills Gap

NPE2024: MAX the Process Advisor, as well as free presentations and training by RJG Inc.

Moldmaker Showcases Molding Equipment for LSR, Injection Molds

NPE2024: M.R. Mold showcases its proprietary line of products for liquid silicone rubber (LSR) and plastic injection molds alongside four industry partners.

Digital Signal Processor Power Supply for Ultrasonic Welders

NPE2024: Sonics launches Model DX800 for its DX Series OEM DSP Power Supply.

PLASTICS Hosts First Community Service Event at NPE2024

The Plastics Industry Association and Alliance Specialties and Laser Sales are partnering with U.S. Hunger to host NPE’s first ever community service event.

Shredder Handles Bulky Materials and Facilitates Maintenance

NPE2024: W5.22 is designed for easy maintenance and adaptability.

Loaders, Blenders Made Specifically for Medical Processors

NPE2024: FDA-compliant auxiliaries suited for injection, extrusion, blow molding.

LSR Cold Deck Features Valve Gates

NPE2024: Recent updates to Mastip’s Aquilo platform highlight how its design — from consistent thermal profile to uniform cooling — has made it successful for medical industry projects.

In the Zone: Packaging

The Packaging Zone is the place to learn about the latest in customer product delivery.

Gravimetric Pump for Peristaltic Applications

NPE2024: Riverdale Global’s Maguire MS4 pump uses same load cell technology as the updated RGS Controller

Compact, Mobile Dryer Has Unique Conveying Capabilities

NPE2024: Mobile dryer includes closed-loop conveying to minimize the use of ambient air for resin movement.

Pipe Extruder, Die Heads Plus a Cobot Demo

NPE2024: Milacron is debuting updated extruder, control and die head packages. Also demonstrating how cobots can be used to automate pipe production.

Supplies Target Mold, Molding Challenges

NP2024: Plastixs provides a firsthand look at a variety of solutions for hot runner mold protection, manifolds, mold cooling and fitting installations to transform injection molding processes.

Caterpillar Pullers Move Pliable Profiles, Tubing

NPE2024: Versa Machinery’s Caterpillar pullers are designed to pull pliable materials without product deformation.

Real-Time Production Monitoring as Automation

As an injection molder, Windmill Plastics sought an economical production monitoring system that could help it keep tabs on its shop floor. It’s now selling the “very focused” digital supervisor it created, automating many formerly manual tasks.

Integrated Conveyor Solutions

NPE 2024: Dynamic Conveyor invites attendees to visit its booth at NPE2024 and see the five conveyor solutions that it is exhibiting.

Plant-Monitoring Software Has Expanded Capabilities

NPE2024: Monitoring system is said to improve plastic processors’ uptime, reduce costs, and improve service and maintenance operations.

Components, Controls Designed to Boost Injection Molding, Streamline Operations

NPE2024: PCS Company introduces several new products, including the MCS system, ejector pins, hot runner alarm systems, sprue bushings, a micro-TIG welder and its full Smartflow product line.

Recycling Machines Devolatilize and Decontaminate

NPE2024: Recycling for contaminated materials and challenging applications.

Conveying System is AI-Driven

NPE2024: New system creates and maintains optimal source-to-destination material flows.

Updated Controller for Sealed Gravimetric Liquid Color and Additives System

NPE2024: Riverdale Global’s new RGS controller features and intuitive set-up procedure.

Electric Servo Cylinder Enables Detailed Valve Pin Control, Energy Efficiency

NPE2024: Yudo USA features Yu Drive II Eco, a compact solution that doesn’t require a separate controller, operating only by combining injection machine signals.

Strategic Workforce Management Supports the Moldmaking Industry

NPE2024: Kruse presents its workforce management framework for optimized organization and management of human resources.

NPE2024 Announces Speaker for First Ever Women in Plastics Breakfast

NPE: The Plastics Show, produced by The Plastics Industry Association, will host its inaugural Women in Plastics Breakfast featuring speaker Kerrie Greenfelder, PE.

Thin Wall Injection Molding PE Portfolio Expanded

NPE 2024: NOVA Chemicals has expanded its TWIM PE offerings with Surpass IFs 730 and Ifs932 high-melt injection molding grades

Press-Side TCUs and Full-Plant Adiabatic Coolers

NPE2024: Frigel North America is launching RSY Syncro and RS/MD series, as well as new innovations in at-the-press and whole plant cooling.

In the Zone: Moldmaking

The Moldmaking Zone is the place to discover the latest in moldmaking to increase the efficiency and quality of your production.

High-Speed Puller/Cutter for Tubing, Profiles

NPE2024: Cuts to exact lengths up to 3,000 cut/minute.

Mold Monitor Adds Wireless Connectivity

NPE2024: Progressive’s CVe OnDemand software now offers wireless connectivity.

Blenders Now Come with Brushless Motors

NPE2024: New, more compact units deliver more efficiency, greater feed capacity, and next to no maintenance requirements.

In-Booth Mold-Cleaning Demonstrations

NPE2024: iD Additives is also featuring displays of chemical foaming agents, purging compounds, plastic mold cleaners, and water cleaning and maintenance systems.

Gamut of Solutions for Measurement of Pipe, Tubing, Other Extrusions

Expanded product portfolio highlights the importance of automated technology for the plastics extrusion industry.

Mold Tracking, Simplified Cooling Line Coupling and More

NPE2024: Hasco, which marks its 100th anniversary in 2024, highlights multiple product lines making their U.S. show debut, as well as a revamped responsive website that simplifies online ordering.

Continuous Mixer Supports Mechanical and Chemical Recycling Applications

NPE2024: Recycling solution works for a variety of situations including pyrolysis.

Blender Built for Hard-to-Handle Materials

NPE2024: New series targets application using recycled materials. Quick-change feeder also debuts.

Compact Collapsible Core Features Independent Movements

NPE2024: DME’s DURA collapsible core’s two-piece design enables each segment to open and close independently.

Online Versions of Process Development Course and Software Launch

NPE2024: FimmTech is introducing online versions of its Nautilus process development software as well as its Scientific Molding and Design of Experiments (DOE) process development course.

Slimmer All-Electric Press Debuts

NPE2024: A slimmed-down version of Engel’s all-electric, e-mac injection molding machine is among eight displays, which also include LSR micromolding, quick mold changes and a cube mold.

Plug-and-Play Modular Hot Runner Controller

NPE2024: Spark Industries’ patent-pending MOD24 hot runner controller offers unlimited plug-and-play of 6-zone hot runner control modules.

Faster Top-Entry Model Among 19 Robots in Orlando

NPE2024: Sepro Group is introducing the newest S5-25 Speed robot, promising 63% faster acceleration, as one of 19 robots on display at its booth and partner booths at the show.

Compounding and Injection Molding Combined in Circularity Display

NPE2024: KraussMaffei aims to “make plastic green” with in-booth moldings and recycled plastics converted into other applications through a combination of injection molding, extrusion and inline compounding.

All-Electric IMM Advances for Packaging, Medical and LSR

NPE2024: Sumitomo SHI Demag’s show focus is on the application of all-electric injection molding machine technology for a variety of markets and components.

New Chillers, TCU Touchscreen Control

NPE2024: Sterling’s GPL packaged chillers offer the new low Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants required in 12 states.

IMM Cells Display Communications, Energy Measurement and Energy Recovery

NPE2024: Wittmann is featuring five injection molding machines incorporating its range of robotics and auxiliaries, with all products employing industry 4.0 communications, energy measurement and a brand-new red color.

Specialized Machine, Tool Achieve Record Levels of Cap Molding

NPE2024: Netstal says its CAP-Line injection molding machine running a 128-cavity z-moulds tool will produce 26-mm tamper-evident caps for still water in just a 1.9-second cycle.

Direct Communication, Control Between Cobots and IMMs

NPE2024: Universal Robot is showing how its Injection Molding Machine Interface (IMMI) module facilitates direct communication and control between its robots and molding machines.

New Dual-Head Accumulator Machines and Electric Clamp Options

NPE2024: ST Blowmoulding highlights new dual-head accumulator machines, energy-saving electric clamps and other innovations.

Updated Control, Cooling Water Distribution, Electromechanical Ejector and Injection

NPE2024: Boy’s U.S. subsidiary marks its 50th anniversary in Orlando with six machines and U.S. intros for the Procan ALPHA 6 control, and hybrid ejectors and injection units.

Midtonnage Hybrid Range With Compact Footprint Launches

NPE2024: Milacron has the global launch of its new M-Series injection molding machine line featuring a large clamp stroke as standard in a line of midtonnage, compact-footprint machines.

Cooling Added to Compact Slide

NPE2024: CUMSA adds cooling to the Compact Slides (CS) line launched last year.

Hybrid Press Runs Larger Tools at Lower Tonnages

NPE2024: Nissei’s compact FWX Series combines a novel clamp design, low-pressure molding technology, and greater platen and tiebar spacing to enable large molds to run on lower tonnages.

Roll Stand is Compact, Flexible

Streamlined stack is joined by high-speed extruder; service cart for maintaining screws, dies and rolls; and other products.

System Simplifies Thread-Repair Insert Installation

NPE2024: C-Sert Manufacturing’s new installation system is designed to speed up the removal of damaged threads and the creation of a new pilot hole — 10 to 15 minutes per hole — with just four components.

Upgrade to Accelerated Artificial and Natural Weathering Testing

NPE2024: Atlas S³T system is designed for the company’s Weather-Ometer Ci4400 and Ci5000 instruments.

Movable Tempering Stamp Can Eliminate Surface Defects

NPE2024: Incoe says Heat-Inject Technology introduces localized heat to remove weld or knit lines, or help melt flow into hinges, thin walls, delicate geometries or microstructures.

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New Hybrid, All-Electric and Vertical Injection Molding Machines

NPE2024: In addition to new machines, LS Mtron is also launching a new 18-inch multitouch controller from Keba.

Compact Screen Changers for Processing PCR

NPE2024: W. Müller shows off new screen changers in response to increasing interest in blow molding recylates.

Hot Runner Temperature and Mold Motion Controllers Debut

NPE2024: Hot runner systems, temperature and motion controllers, an auxiliary injection unit and a gate seal are among Mold-Masters’ show features.

Sensors Measure Moisture in PVB Films, Pellets

NPE2024: Noncontact sensors provide a continuous, reliable reading with zero drift and no maintenance.

NPE2024 Recycling Centers Showcase the Future of Plastics Recycling

The two recycling centers at NPE2024 feature live demonstrations of cutting-edge recycling programs.

All-Electric Shuttle and Stretch-Blow Machines

NPE2024: Meccanoplastica shows off a double-sided shuttle for containers up to 5 L and a reheat stretch-blow molder for up to 2.5 L PET containers with four cavities — both all-electric.

Low-Flow Indication and Metering in Injection Mold Cooling

NPE2024: Burger & Brown launches standard- and high-temperature Smartflow low-flow indicators, as well as a low-flow electronic flow meter.

NPE2024: The Plastics Show That’s Made For You

At NPE2024, you’ll experience a show tailored to all levels of expertise. We’ve updated our trade show experience to appeal to a broad base of specialties that interest everyone from the newest professionals to those veterans and pillars of our industry.

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