Jim Callari

Jim Callari Editorial Director

Multiscrew

Compounding: Revamped Line of Compounding Twins

Third-generation iMAXX twins are easier to clean and maintain, and are more energy efficient to boot.

Read More

South Korean Machine Builder Licenses Novel Foam Processing Technology

New technology takes aim at foaming semi-crystalline polymers such as PLA, PET and PP.

Read More

Packaging Converter Launches Film-Extrusion Business

Polymer Film & Bag Inc. will start with three-layer capacity of more than 20 million lb/yr, with additional expansion plans already firmed up.

Read More
k show

Extrusion: High-Output Stretch Film Line

New ‘hands-free’ die control is said to permit fast and easy product changes.

Read More
Packaging

Thermoforming: Next-Generation Cup Former

Front-to-back enhancements come with no increase in machine footprint.

Read More
color

Compounding: Quick-Color-Change Lab Twin

Throughout the exhibit, KraussMaffei ran nine different liquid colors, changing at the push of a button, to demonstrate time- and process-saving technology.

Read More
k show

Extrusion: Flexible Coex Line for Barrier, Non-Barrier Structures

System can run a range of seven-layer productss, from high-barrier to all-polyolefin.

Read More
Film Extrusion

Extrusion: Modular Control System for Blown Film

System can be installed on new line or on a retrofit basis to improve quality and cut resin costs.

Read More
Film Extrusion

Of Bans, Taxes ... and Good Publicity

It’s time for processors to be more involved in telling their story to the public.

Read More
Thermoforming

Thermoformer Sees Business Bump From New Machine Installation

Addition of fast-cycling form/cut/stack unit leads to new ´óÏó´«Ã½ over $1 million.

Read More

New Report Details Aging of Manufacturing Workforce

Study from Manufacturing Institute also reveals best practices by companies that are meeting the challenge head on.

Read More

K 2019 Preview: Green's the Theme in Extrusion & Compounding

Themes of sustainability and the Circular Economy will be visible at the booths of many suppliers of extrusion and compounding equipment—film, in particular.

Read More
Plastics Size Reduction