Multilayer Solutions to Challenges in Blow Molding with PCR
For extrusion blow molders, challenges of price and availability of postconsumer recycled resins can be addressed with a variety of multilayer technologies, which also offer solutions to issues with color, processability, mechanical properties and chemical migration in PCR materials.
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Prices Drop for PP, Largely Flat for PE, PS, PVC, and PET
While the major correction in PP prices was finally underway, generally stable pricing was anticipated for the other four commodity resins.
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Despite last-minute design changes and other unexpected roadblocks, thermoformer TriEnda works with a key supplier on innovative reusable shipping container.
Read MorePrices for PE, PS, PVC, PET Trending Flat; PP to Drop
Despite price increase nominations going into second quarter, it appeared there was potential for generally flat pricing with the exception of a major downward correction for PP.
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Scaling New Heights With Vertical Integration
Eden Manufacturing was founded on a vision of vertical integration, adding advanced injection molding capabilities to a base of precision moldmaking and more recently bringing Swiss-type machining capabilities in-house.
Read MoreInside 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.
Read MoreEngineering Resins Compounder Expands to Take on More Scrap
Polymer Resources responds to sustainability push by upgrading plant with grinding and shredding equipment to take on both postindustrial and postconsumer reclaim.
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Reduce Downtime and Scrap in the Blown Film Industry
The blown film sector now benefits from a tailored solution developed by Chem-Trend to preserve integrity of the bubble.
Read MorePHA Compound Molded into “World’s First” Biodegradable Bottle Closures
Beyond Plastic and partners have created a certified biodegradable PHA compound that can be injection molded into 38-mm closures in a sub 6-second cycle from a multicavity hot runner tool.
Read More'Smart,' Moisture-Based Drying Technology Enhanced
At NPE2024, Novatec relaunches DryerGenie with a goal to putting an end to drying based on time.
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Attending NPE2024 From the Perspective of a Molder
NPE2024 has come and gone, but before it’s completely in our collective rearview, Plastics Technology asked Rodney Davenport, vice president at injection molder CH3 Solutions, for a processor’s perspective on the big show.
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How to Design Three-Plate Molds: Part 5
There are many things to consider, and paying attention to the details can help avoid machine downtime and higher maintenance costs. In this installment, the focus is on design and placement of sucker/puller pins.
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Let's Take a Journey Into the World of Thermosets: Part 2
Most thermoset molding processes still treat the mold like a black box where the curing process is invisible and mysterious, and nobody knows what is happening to the material until the mold opens. That just isn’t so.
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Choosing the Right Gearbox and Motor for Your Single-Screw Extruder
Extruder OEMs are typically very good at sizing motors and gear boxes for extrusion applications. But you have the final decision on the acceptance of the design. Here’s what you should consider.
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Follow These Tips to Fire Up Your Cold Blown Film Line
Firing up a cold blown-film line after a shutdown involves multiple pieces of equipment that all interact. Here’s a look at those components individually and some best practices on how to get your line up and running as quickly and safely as possible.
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Best of Fattori, Tooling Know How
In this collection of articles Jim Fattori offers his insights on a variety of molding-related topics that are bound to make your days on the production floor go a little bit better.
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Fundamentals of Polyethylene – Part 6: PE Performance
Don’t assume you know everything there is to know about PE because it’s been around so long. Here is yet another example of how the performance of PE is influenced by molecular weight and density.
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Screw Design Tips to Boost Productivity
In this collection of articles, two of the industry’s foremost authorities on screw design — Jim Frankland and Mark Spalding — offer their sage advice on screw design...what works, what doesn’t, and what to look for when things start going wrong.
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Fundamentals of Polyethylene – Part 5: Metallocenes
How the development of new catalysts—notably metallocenes—paved the way for the development of material grades never before possible.
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Fully Electric Vacuum Pump Unit for Cobots Eliminates Need for Compressed Air
Piab Group’s piCOBOT electric vacuum pump unit eliminates air tubing and cabling to operate in spaces where compressed air isn’t available.
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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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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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M-2 Ejector Pins Line Introduced
Progressive Components says the new M-2 Ejector Pins are especially suited for high wear resistance with abrasive materials and high-heat applications.
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Low Temperature Portable Chiller Product Line Expanded
Mokon now offers the Iceman low-temperature line of portable chillers with dual-circuit capacity control.
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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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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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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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