Testing
New ASTM Standard Proposed For Film-Thickness Measurement
Proposed non-contact method reportedly will help processors get "more precise and accurate measurements.'
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A Discussion on the Value of Materials Testing
The top three reasons processors should consider materials testing.
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Blow Molding Challenges Embraced at Metro Mold
“Others mold difficult parts. We mold the impossible.”
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MOLDING 2016: New Approaches to Processing, Tooling & QA
The largest-ever annual Molding Conference included newsworthy technical presentations on a variety of injection molding topics. Here’s a selection.
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MATERIALS: The Problems with Single-Point Data
It’s time for material suppliers to take a fresh approach to providing data. Thankfully, things are starting to move in that direction. Part 12 of 12.
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Color Done Right
Look for a supplement to the September Issue of Plastics Technology with tips and techniques that will help you make your coloring operations as efficient as possible
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Instron Celebrates 70th Anniversary
Starting with a material testing prototype in an MIT lab, Instron has made its mark with innovations in testing instruments for evaluating mechanical properties of plastics and components.
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TA Instruments' ElectroForce Group Moves to New Digs
TA Instruments sees growth potential for its new acquisition's product line.
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MATERIALS: The Problems with Single-Point Data, Part 7
The industry can choose between continuing to perform DTUL tests that provide single points that are part of a curve never seen, or perform the test that provides the entire curve.
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MATERIALS: The Problems with Single-Point Data--Part 6
Data sheets can be limited in the information they provide on how the material performs at elevated temperatures.
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