Jim Callari

Jim Callari Editorial Director

Taking the Pulse of Processors, In 30 Seconds (Or Less)

Participate in our semi-monthly email survey aimed at gauging ´óÏó´«Ã½ conditions.

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nanocomposites

Novel Fuel Systems Power Blow Molder’s Growth

Nano technology gives The Plastics Group a leg up on developing fuel systems for non-automotive applications

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Multiscrew

Novel Device Boosts Feed Rate & Throughput

Feed enhancement unit is aimed at low-bulk density materials.

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All Pellets Accounted For

At June’s Plast-Ex Show in Toronto, the SPI, the Plastics Division of the American Chemistry Council, and the Canadian Plastics Industry Association announced that the SPI’s Operation Clean Sweep Program would be made available to Canadian processors.  Operation Clean Sweep was initiated by SPI more than 25 years ago in the U.S.

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plant tour

On Site: Tailoring Medical Solutions… Sometimes in 50-lb Lots

Smaller volumes teams with higher quality and value as keys to the success of this growing medical compounder.

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Mood Swings

Musings of the month...

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Film Extrusion

Nano Technology Moving Fast Into Blown, Flat Film

New technology to process nano blown films unveiled by Dow at Antec. Nano cast film, sheet advances too.

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‘Easy-Molding’ Nylon Compound Targets Metal in Cars

Metal-replacement opportunities continue to emerge as fuel economies become more critical.

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Your Checklist for Survival

Where do you line up?

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sustainability

Sustainability Is Not a Buzzword For Thin-Gauge Thermoformer

At a time when many processors either pay lip service to environmental concerns or hope the “greenwashing” zealots will grow weary and turn their attention elsewhere, Dordan Manufacturing Co. Inc. leaves no stone unturned in an effort to get the truth out about plastics and the environment.

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A Legacy Built on Automation

Automated molding cell pays off big for Florida processor.

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Energy-Saving Hydraulic Press Varies Pump Speed and Volume

Novel press line debuts at Negri Bossi open house.

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Plastics Size Reduction