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Fortify and polySpectra Win Dept. of Energy Funding

The maker of 3D printers and supplier of photopolymer resins were awarded $3 million from the DOE to help advance 3D printed tooling.

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sustainability

New Method for Multi-Material Packaging

New mechanical recycling approach shows promise for reclaiming composite packaging.

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Packaging

Advances in PET Bottle & Cap Molding at Drinktec Show

Easier label separation, higher rPET content, Industry 4.0 digitalization options, lighter CSD bottles, and more at German trade fair.

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industry 4.0

Machine Monitoring System Adds ‘Hands-Free’ Downtime Analysis

Get automated analysis of downtime amounts and reasons without any operator input.

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Plastics Recycling LATAM Event Reflects Interest in Recycling in Latin America

New conference provides platform for discussion of plastic recycling trends.

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Commodity Resins

Glass Filled PP Compounds Replace Standard GF Nylons 66 and 6

Teknor Apex’s modified GF PP compound replaces a GF nylon 66 in  AdBlue tank cover for Mercedes, resulting in several processing advantages.

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PPS Offers Toughness in Laser Welded Applications

Polyplastics’ Durafide PPS 1130A1 is said to offer greater transmittance and toughness and facilitates laser welding in a range of applications  

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SolidCAM and Desktop Metal Expand Partnership

The CAM software supplier will now act as a sales partner for the maker of metal and polymer additive manufacturing equipment in the U.S., U.K., Israel and India.

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Resin Conveying

ACS Adds Midwest Regional Sales Manager

Auxiliary equipment supplier names Mike Tuchalski to post.  

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