End Markets
Blow Molding: New Machines Take on Challenging Shapes
From very small to very large, from hotel amenity bottles to automotive jounce bumpers, new and upgraded machines tackle difficult jobs while improving productivity, quality, and energy efficiency.
Read MorePrecision Molding Without a QC Department?
At Prism Plastics, quality is baked into every step of the process. The result: 1 billion parts per year with a defect rate less than 1 ppm.
Read MoreTiny Stretch-Blow Machine Makes Unusual Bottles
Two-stage machine makes PET bottles with off-center necks and more.
Read MoreSmart Manufacturing Needs Smart People
According to one CEO who runs a smart factory himself, the whole concept must begin with people, not machines.
Read MoreInteresting Finalists of 2016 SPE Auto Innovation Awards
Take a look at these “runner-up” finalists in exterior, interior and chassis/hardware categories.
Read MoreHexpol TPE Starts Up North American Production
The company's latest global expansion capabilities installed at its RheTech Colors facility in Ohio.
Read MoreSix 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.
Read MoreSPE Auto Innovation Awards Winners Span Nine Categories
The 2016 interior category winner was also the grand award winner.
Read MoreIs rPET OK for Hot-Fill Bottles?
Up to 50% recycle does not affect necessary properties, study finds.
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