October 2009

Getting Down to the Nitty-Gritty

Last month in this space I outlined in broad terms the changes we planned for Plastics Technology beginning in November. The changes I referenced—more practical hands-on coverage, processing tips and techniques, more coverage of technology in action at plants—will touch all aspects of the Plastics Technology brand: our magazine, our website, and our Insider E-Newsletters, including this one.

This month, I thought I would drill down a bit and give you some of the details of what will be coming through our hopper.
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	Konica Minolta Sensing Americas konicaminolta.com/ sensingusa What color is your plastic? Is it always the same? Learn More KMWEBINARS.COM


Purging When purging extruders that normally run with screen packs in place, be sure to discuss with your supplier whether the compound will be able to pass through the screen mesh without hang-up. And even if it will, don’t forget that part of a purging compound’s job is to break loose contaminants. Learn More	Mold Care When working with PVC and other gas-emitting resins, look for a mold cleaner that can help to unclog any air vents that are clogged and not operating properly. Learn More	Buying Resin Trader to trader resin transactions from North America without global demand has created an oversupplied Asian market. The results are rapidly falling resin prices in Asia, elimination of exports from North America, and a N.A. inventory build, all leading to lower prices. Learn More


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Mulit-Shot Mold

Downstream Tubing Line for Medical

HDPE Bottle Resins Boost ESCR & Stiffness

More Efficiency & Value in Materials Handling
Visitors to the recent NPE 2009 show in Chicago were looking for materials handling equipment that could do more than dry, blend, or convey resins. It had to do those things while saving energy, providing faster and easier maintenance, speeding product changeovers, reducing labor cost, minimizing waste, and providing better value for money. The new products cited below addressed those needs and more. Learn More

Testing & Measuring Instruments Now More Versatile, Compact, Affordable
From polymer characterization to on-line bottle or preform inspection, coordinate measuring, and color sensing, new testing and measuring instruments at the NPE show in Chicago were easier to use and more compact, yet often packed higher performance than earlier versions—and sometimes with a more attractive price tag. Learn More

Price Hikes Slowing
Moderating feedstock costs, slacking domestic demand, and slumping exports are putting the brakes on price hikes for most commodity resins. Polypropylene may be the exception. Learn More

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