NEWS
CAE Services Named Primary Reseller of AutoDesk Moldflow Simulation Software
Partnership between two leaders in moldflow simulation solutions will result in ‘great package deal’ for molders and other users.
PUBLISHED: 10/17/2019
Although It's Shrinking, U.S. Maintains Trade Surplus
This year’s edition of PLASTICS’ Global Trends report boasts a solid $129.1-billion U.S. plastics industry trade volume in 2018. That’s a 9.7% increase in trade volume from the previous year. Exports rose 7.3% and imports increased...
PUBLISHED: 10/17/2019
NPE2021 has a new look and new logo that reflect the global nature of the show. Our new tagline, Transform Tomorrow, speaks to not only how our industry’s products transform lives, but also how it’s adapting the next generation of plasti...
PUBLISHED: 10/17/2019
People Have Questions. This Is Plastics Has Answers.
The plastics industry needs to be open and transparent when it addresses the public’s concerns and confusion about materials and products. This Is Plastics is an online resource that can help you have a conversation.
PUBLISHED: 10/16/2019
Recycling in the Healthcare Industry
Hospitals are a major end user of plastics, much of it single use, how much is being done to reclaim the material.
PUBLISHED: 10/14/2019
PLASTICS Welcomes New Board Chair and Officers
BASF's Phillip E. Wilson has been elected board chair at the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), taking the reins from Davis-Standard's Wylie Royce.
PUBLISHED: 10/8/2019
Polykar Adds Third W&H Multi-Layer Line
New Optimex adds seven million lb of capacity.
PUBLISHED: 10/7/2019
Arburg & Dieffenbacher Collaborate on Molding Thermoplastic Composites
Arburg’s Fiber Direct Compounding injection unit plus Dieffenbacher’s vertical press yields a system for structural automotive TP composites.
PUBLISHED: 10/7/2019
Injection Molding Keeps Golf Greens Pristine
Tabletop low-pressure machine molds large, difficult mats to defend against divots.
PUBLISHED: 10/7/2019
PET Blow Molding Tech Services for Small & Mid-Size Molders
Help with overhauls, maintenance, machine installations, startups, etc. is now priced for a wider market of PET blow molders.
