Blow Molding
Contraction Continues
Business index for plastics processors dips for fourth straight month.
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Solving the Mystery of Melt Temperature
Two new types of sensors are said to be the first practical means to measure "true" melt temperature inside the machine or mold.
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‘China Is No Longer Cheap’
When I spoke with Scott Huff about his China-based company’s plans to open a new production facility in the U.S., he was actually getting ready to board a flight to Shenzhen.
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What Comes Around Is Going Around…Very Quickly
The game is changing. Reshoring is occurring at a rate faster than most expected.
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Ultra-Light PET Bottle Expands Range for Hot-Fill
Hot-fill PET bottles now approach aseptic bottle weights.
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ELECTRIC DRIVES: Which One’s Right For Your Process?
Not all drives are created equal. There are a variety of options suited more to some applications than others. Here’s a handy guide to help you decide.
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Second Contraction in Three Months
Slowdown among small-to-mid-size processors drags index down.
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Here's Another Process for Foam Blow Molding
After two years of behind-the-scenes development, a new process for lightweight bottles emerges into the open.
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