How Graham Packaging Counters PCR Supply/Demand Squeeze
Customers want more PCR—including food grade—than recyclers can supply. Solutions involve efforts to educate customers, employees, and the community at large. New technologies also offer hope.
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Injection Molding: Lubricant Coating Keeps PET Preforms Scratch-Free
Prevent scratching of PET preforms during bulk packaging and handling with a new system for spraying a lubricant coating on the preforms.
Injection Molding: PET Preform Molding Machine Switches to Side Entry
Netstal’s new PET-LINE has changed from top entry and post-mold cooling above the clamping unit to side entry and cooling alongside the press, offering compatibility to lateral removal tools and after-cooling stations.
Make Your Mark in Plastics Technology’s 'Top Shops' Survey
Benchmark your injection molding operation by being a part of our annual survey. Learn more about “best-in-class” practices that separate the tops shops from the rest.
#topshops #editorial #bestpractices
Injection Molding: Faster, Smarter, More Efficient Machines Tackle Sustainable Molding at K 2019
Blazing speed plus shrinking energy consumption supported the “green” theme at the big show. Smarter controls and growing connectivity were another key focus.
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KNOW HOW: EXPERT ADVICE
Pay Attention to Heat Transfer
Money will be lost if cooling is not done right.
K 2019 Preview: Injection Molding Goes for the ‘Green’
‘Circular Economy’ joins Industry 4.0 as common themes of injection molding exhibits in Düsseldorf.
#economics #kshow
Injection Molding: Upgraded PET Preform System Runs Longer Without Maintenance
SIPA XForm 500 injection molding system is now guaranteed for 11 million cycles between maintenance stops.
Barrier PET Containers Highlighted at Husky Booth
Husky’s Multi-Layer Experience Center will be a highlight of its booth.
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Husky Highlights PET Preform & Hot-Runner Technologies
HyPET 225 system for injection molding PET preforms and its multi-layer co-injection technology featured.
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High-Speed Packaging & Medical Demos from Netstal
Injection molding technologies for packaging and medical molding are on display, with an emphasis on Industry 4.0 functionality.
Injection Molding: Controlled Production Shutdown For PET Preform Molding
Netstal machine uses stored braking energy to maintain power during brief outages and allow controlled shutdown without short shots.
How Parkway Makes Stock Jars Into a Custom Business
This family firm distinguishes itself in a commodity market by offering numerous ways to customize its stock products.
Injection Molding at NPE2018: A Showplace for the ‘Smart Factory’
In Orlando, you’ll glimpse the future, and it’s automated and interconnected. But don’t worry, there are plenty of ways for plants of all sizes to get in on these trends.
#industry4-0 #npe
Injection Molders: Time to Show Off Your Most Innovative Parts
There are some things you can always count on seeing in the lobby of an injection molder.
VIDEO: A Look Back at Molding 2017
John Bozzelli’s workshop; RocTool’s Open House; an interview with Bruce Main; and insights from conference co-chairs Matt Naitove and Tony Deligio.
Study Claims Lightweight Bottles May Impact Recyclability
Wide variation in performance, weight and recyclability in lightweighted bottles is found.
Three-Partner Alliance Eyes All-Biobased PET Bottle
Danone and Nestle Waters launch NaturALL Bottle Alliance with California Startup.
By the Numbers: Molding 2017 Adds Up to One Can’t-Miss Event
Two-and-a-half days, seven tracks, nine breakout sessions, 50-plus presentations, 35 exhibitors, and 11 sponsors.
What's Out There, What's Coming and Trying to Know What You Don't
Leading companies do three things consistently when it comes to technology.