June 2012 Issue
May 2012
Features
Featured articles from the latest issue of Plastics Technology
NPE: New Machines Exhibit Sophisticated Molding Demos
More speed, more power, more precision, and more automated functions accomplished in and out of the mold. That’s exactly what injection machinery suppliers were offering at NPE2012.
Read MoreVW Relies on Acetal for Passenger Safety
WEB EXCLUSIVE: The seat-belt retractor system of the new VW up! city car utilizes a special high-impact, low-emissions acetal from Ticona (U.S. office in Florence, Ky.). The VW up! was introduced in late 2011.
Read MoreDensity & Molecular Weight in Polyethylene
This so-called 'commodity' material is actually quite complex, making selecting the right type a challenge.
Read MoreBlow Molding at NPE: Pushing the Envelope in Speed, Flexibility, Energy Savings
New models of blow molding machines at the show were dominated by wheel machines and stretch-blow systems.
Read MoreUnderstanding Polymer Flow: Interpreting the Viscosity Curve
Take the time to do the viscosity curve on new molds. You will learn more in that hour than many learn in years about the process for this tool.
Read MorePrice Relief Continues in Commodity Resins
Further price erosion is projected for at least this month, particularly in the case of polyolefins and polystyrene.
Read MoreRubbermaid Foodservice Containers Go BPA-Free
WEB EXCLUSIVE: Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Winchester, Va., has introduced a new line of commercial and institutional kitchen foodservice products made of BPA-free Tritan copolyester from Eastman Chemical Co., Kingsport, Tenn.
Read MoreRogan Corp. Is an Old Hand At Exploring New Frontiers in Plastics
the 78-year history of the Rogan Corp. is full of twists and turns. But one consistent theme stands out—an adventurous and inventive spirit that has put Rogan on the leading edge of a number of important trends in plastics—and even on the frontiers of space exploration.
Read MoreFlurry of Industry Activity Aims to Bridge Nylon 12 Shortage
Global shortage of nylon 12 is expected to last through the remainder of this year.
Read MoreThermoforming at NPE: Machines Raise Performance Bar
Exhibitors at this year’s show introduced an assortment of new machines and upgraded models with designs incorporating the latest in mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic technologies.
Read MoreFirst U.S. Optimex Line Lets Film Processor Return to Its Roots
'Time was right' for firm to venture back into blown film.
Read MoreBrand-New Test Method Relates Material, Mold & Machine
It's the first material characterization method developed specifically for evaluating the injection moldability of a plastic melt.
Read MorePV Sheet Line Boasts Low Shrinkage
Line produces the encapsulant material used in the assembly of solar modules
Read MoreVacuum Blower or Pump Problems? Extend It, Fix It, or Make it More Efficient
The pump is a good place to start looking in you are having materials-conveying problems as it is the likely source of the trouble.
Read MoreExtrusion & Compounding at NPE: Advances Push Efficiency Envelope
Blown film towers may have been scarce, but there was no shortage of new technology aimed at helping to make extrusion processors more profitable.
Read MoreAuxiliaries at NPE: News in Materials Handling, Cooling, Granulating, Welding, Testing, Decorating
Auxiliary equipment takes in a broad range of functions, from materials preparation to post-mold finishing.
Read MoreWhat’s the Deal With High-Speed Extruders?
If we are talking about extruder screw speed, how about 1800 rpm? That’s how fast some extruders are running today.
Read MoreSolving 10 Common Challenges In Extruding Thin-Gauge Sheet
Thin-gauge sheet production presents some unique challenges to the extrusion operator, including the following set of 10 commonly encountered considerations
Read MoreTier 1 Automotive Molder Uses Team Approach to Mold Simulation
SRG Global calls in outside assistance to solve a tricky technical problem.
Read MorePE/PS Interpolymer Modifies Polyolefins To Process Faster, Thinner, Better
Novel hybrid of polyethylene and polystyrene acts as a processing aid for HDPE, LDPE, and PP.
Read MoreExtruder Inspection & Vibration Analysis Detects Problems Early, Prevents Failures
Service is offered to all types of extrusion processors for all of types and makes of extruders and motors.
Read MoreFirst Commercial Use of ‘Dolphin’ Molding Process
italian molder deploys multi-component, hard/soft molding technology developed by Engel.
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