January 2009 Issue
January 2009
Features
Featured articles from the latest issue of Plastics Technology
Market Outlook - January 2009
Mastio & Company’s most recent Injection Molding Markets Study forecasts slow growth in the next two years for injection molded appliances, furniture, housewares, and consumer electronics/telecommunications.
Read MoreYour Business In Brief - January 2009
Teknor Apex Gains Exclusive License For Starch-Blend BioplasticsLast month, Teknor Apex Co., Pawtucket, R.I., signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Montreal-based Cerestech, Inc.
Read MoreIntroduction to Energy Management For Plastics Processors
Energy efficiency is one of the “hot” topics of the 21st century and plastics processors around the world are trying to come to terms with it.
Read MoreBio-Resins Tackle Durable Applications
Bioplastics were initially created for single-use applications like packaging and hotel key and gift cards.
Read MoreNew Molds, Materials and Machines At Fall Rotomolders’ Show
Huge new shuttle and carousel machines, expanded availability of CNC-machined aluminum molds, and new resins and additives highlighted the recent Rotoplas ’08 exhibition and 33rd Annual Fall Meeting of the Association of Rotational Molders (ARM) in Rosemont, Ill.
Read MoreGetting Control of Materials Handling
“It has made my life a whole lot easier,” says Steve Holdren, technical manager. “It’s a night-and day difference,” agrees maintenance manager Matt Dzambazi.
Read MoreStop Die Buildup
Die buildup, also called die drool, die bleed, or plate-out, can plague any extrusion process.
Read MoreModular ‘Adaptable Automation’ Makes IML More Economical
Five years ago, in-mold labeling was just gaining traction among North American injection molders as a one-step approach to decorating without secondary operations.
Read MoreYour Business Outlook - January 2009
Domestic output of injection molded packaging decreased by 6% in 2008, and the decline accelerated as the year ended.
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