End Markets
Mack Molding Adds ‘Largest Press in New England’
The 2360-ton Haitian press has a 268-oz shot capacity and the ability to handle 40,000-lb molds.
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Reusing Post-Consumer Plastics as a Concrete Strengthening Additive
Exposing discarded plastic to doses of gamma radiation changes the material’s crystalline structure in a way that makes the plastic stronger, stiffer and tougher.
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Highlights from Global Plastics Summit 2017
Sustainability, resin supply/demand and pricing among highlights for the fifth GPS event.
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Third Quarter Finished Strong for Plastics Processing
September’s index hit 54. Processing is up about 9% year-to-date from 2016.
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Uncertainty in Foil Market Spurs Metallized OPP & PET Growth
Toray’s advanced barrier-durable metallized films are designed for foil-replacement applications.
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Additives: New Blue Plastics Pigment Stays Cool
A brand-new blue pigment is based on chemistry that expands the range of colors that stay cooler when exposed to the sun.
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Injection Molding: Hot Runner for Tight Spacing Of Small Parts
Side-gated hot runner called ideal for direct gating of small parts with a compact mold.
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Processor Cultivates Success With Recycled Plastics
Landmark Plastic produces packaging and other products for the horticultural industry, using not only its own scrap, but reclaim it collects from growers and retailers.
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Bring On Your PCR
Lots of news lately on expanded use of postconsumer resin (PCR) in products and packaging, including updates from APR, KW Plastics and Landmark Plastic.
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