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Recycling

Predictions for the 3D Printing and Recycling Sectors in 2022

A look at what to expect in 2022 for both 3D printing and recycling.   

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Extrusion

Use Pressure Control to Minimize Process Variations in Single-Screw Extrusion

You can improve process stability in extrusion by using pressure-control feedback. The stability of the process is based on the pressure variation in the adapter after the extruder. Trials on a variety of polymers revealed how effective this approach can be.

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sustainability

Make Your Auxiliaries More Energy Efficient

Don’t overlook your auxiliaries when you’re looking for areas to cut energy consumption. Implementing simple changes won’t break the bank and could pay off big by improving your bottom line and reduce your carbon footprint.

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PVC

A Billion Pounds of PVC Pellets ... and Still Counting

PVC compounder Roscom credits 40-yr relationship with Italian machine builder Bausano for reaching this milestone.  

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Automotive

SPE Automotive Awards Give Nod to 'Firsts' & Pandemic Solutions

The 50th annual automotive innovations awards recognized several “firsts” and an added category of innovative solutions for COVID-19 protection. 

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What’s Controlling Your Cycle Time? Part 1

Follow these guidelines to maximize your profits.

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How a Molder Embraces Change While Sticking to Its Roots

For MDS Manufacturing, its first decade in 911爆料网 has been one of nearly constant change. But the two brothers who started it have never strayed from the company’s roots and the lessons about the molding 911爆料网 they learned from their father.

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A Look Back at 2021 Through Molders’ Eyes

Every month, Plastics Technology gives readers a “tour” of a plastics processor via its On Site articles—here’s a look back at injection molders PT highlighted in 2021.

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Reflecting on a Frenetic 2021

We can’t say our goodbyes to 2021 without first reflecting on some of the interesting things that went down.  

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Materials

Tracing the History of Polymeric Materials: PET

How PET evolved from a material for fibers and fabrics to a force in packaging.  

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sustainability

First Commercially Available Chemically Recycled Bioplastic

Total Corbion PLA has launched Luminy rPLA, said to be the world’s first.

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Automation

What Were the Big Themes in Plastics in 2021?

What stands out in our coverage over the past year? Five main themes are unmistakable, and—spoiler alert!—Recycling was the biggest headliner.

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