Jim Callari

Jim Callari Editorial Director

NPE2012: A Resounding Success

Last week's NPE2012 show in Orlando was, by virtually every standard of measurement, a smash hit.

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Molder Slashes Energy Cost With Move to Desiccant Drying

Yes there are still molders drying with tray ovens. But this processor replaced the last few it had and has reaped some impressive energy-savings benefits.

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Biopolymers

Bioresin Company Takes ‘Do It All’ Approach

Company adopts 'cradle to cradle' approach.

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sustainability

The Tie That Binds

It's sustainability, and it's here to stay.

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Film Extrusion

Extrusion & Compounding at NPE: More Output, More Flexibility, Less Energy

There won't be many blown-film lines running, but there is still much in the way of innovation going on in extrusion and compounding.

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Here’s More On The PT Knowledge Network

Stop by to see us in Booth 3303, West Hall

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Thermoforming

Composites Fabricator Chooses Thermoforming for Bus Part

Amtech LLC considers itself a composite specialist and engages in thermoset resin transfer molding and vacuum-assist RTM,  plus finishing, assembly, and custom packaging from a 220,000 ft² plant in Wapato, Wash.

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plant tour

Custom Profile House ‘Flexes’ Processing Muscle

Specialty house avoids commodity markets and has entered the proprietary processing ´óÏó´«Ã½ with new product offering.

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Diversification: Bemis Fits the Mold

Processor has grown and diversified in many ways since its origin.

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‘Back to Basics’ Fuels More Innovation at Thin-Gauge Former

Shift from private to capital ownership give Tray-Pak a boost.

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At NPE, Tune in to The PT Knowledge Network

We'll be bringing the pages of Plastics Technology to life at Booth 3303.

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best practices

Mobile-Drying Project Required ‘In-the-Box’ Thinking

Portable material drying by truck is the concept behind an initiative launched last month by Poly Clean USA LLC, Charleston, S.C., with Dri-Air Industries.

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Blending & Dosing
Plastics Size Reduction