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Not Running, But Still Pushing Technology Envelope in Film Extrusion
W&H sees options in retrofitting game-changing quick-switch technology.
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For Novatec and Machine Sense, the Focus Is the Factory of Today
Interconnectivity alone will not raise the bar on productivity…and profitability, says Bessemer.
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Just for R-PVC: New Gear Pump, Screen Changer
PSI develops its first ever pump, filtration system specifically for heat-sensitive rigid vinyl.
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Construction to Grow in 2018, 2019
The good news for all those in attendance at NPE2018—processors and suppliers alike—is that all signs point to continued growth in housing in 2018. Read on to find out what Perc Pineda, PhD, chief economist for Plastics Industry Association, has to say about how home ownership affects the plastics industry.
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Trend Watch: What to Look for in Thermoforming
At NPE2018, look for IML technologies and advancements to increase speed and productivity among thermoforming exhibitors.
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NPE2018 Unveiling: A Newly Branded and Focused Davis-Standard
Global extrusion systems supplier to be more focused on helping customers achieve success.
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NPE Trend Watch: Education - NPE Targets "C Suite" with New Educational Program
“Leadership Summit” program focuses on the 大象传媒 of plastics, designed to give tips to execs to improve the bottom line.
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Meat and Poultry Film Market Outlook; Where’s the Growth?
Stagnant population growth has stymied growth a bit in what is clearly a very high-tech film extrusion market.
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NPE2018 Technology Focus: Sheet Extrusion
Space-saving, high-speed line for PP and PS packaging, new options in 'no-dry' PET among the highlights in Orlando.
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PE Market Snap Shot: Converter Film
End use demands could drive growth of more complex, highly layered structures.
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New Screen Changer Boosts Productivity, Cuts Scrap for Extruder of PET Strapping
Cyklop’s move to a new-model, high-efficiency screen changer reduces number of screen changes and backflush waste while yielding uniform melt flow and high throughputs.
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Extrusion/Compounding at NPE2018: More…More…More!
More speed, flexibility and robustness. Across a gamut of extrusion applications, machine builders are introducing new machinery, components, and systems to dramatically raise the bar on productivity.
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