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CMA Experts Discuss Polyolefins Outlook for Next Five Years
A significant challenge facing the North American polyolefins industry may be maintaining economically feasible production rates while simultaneously ensuring a steady product flow to both domestic and global markets
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Latest Reshoring Numbers Could Bode Well for Processors
Jobs resulting from reshoring and foreign direct investment set record highs in 2022 after doing the same in 2021.
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Robotized system makes overmolding mobile, flexible
Anybrid’s ROBIN demonstrates inline/offline functionalization of profiles, 3D-printed panels and bio-based materials for more efficient, sustainable composite parts.
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Why Are They Blending Biopolymers?
A sit-down with bioplastic producer Danimer Scientific showed me there are more possible answers to that question than I had previously thought.
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Medical Manufacturer Innovates with Additive Manufacturing and Extrusion Technology Hubs
Spectrum Plastics Group offers customers two technology hubs — one for extrusion, the other for additive manufacturing — to help bring ground-breaking products to market faster.
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How to Achieve Simulation Success, Part 1: Model Accuracy and Mesh Decisions
Molding simulation software is a powerful tool, but what you get out of it depends very much on your initial inputs. Follow these tips to create the most successful simulation possible.
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Video: Ultradent Bags Both Hot Shots Prizes at PTXPO 2023
Topping five other entries in voting by fellow molders, the Ultradent team talks about their Hot Shots sweep.
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The Effects of Time on Polymers
Last month we briefly discussed the influence of temperature on the mechanical properties of polymers and reviewed some of the structural considerations that govern these effects.
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Contest Seeks Cool Industrial 3D Printed Parts
The Cool Parts Showcase is seeking innovative 3D printed parts. Enter by May 30.
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Blow Molder Confer Plastics Celebrates Golden Anniversary & the ‘American Dream’
This family-run firm fills a specialized niche with a culture of innovation and environmental stewardship that realizes the dreams of its founders, its employees and its customers.
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Plastics Processing Contracted Again in March
Processing activity contracted for the ninth straight month, and at a faster rate.
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Fungi Makes Meal of Polypropylene
University of Sydney researchers identify two strains of fungi that can biodegrade hard to recycle plastics like PP.
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