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Optimized Pressure Control for a More Repeatable Process and Parts

New software from Arburg automatically determines the ideal ramp of the injection-to-hold profile.

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Machine Monitoring Becomes Simpler And More Affordable Than Ever

A new application of an established technology makes production monitoring accessible to any manufacturer, with any type of equipment, and in almost no setup time.

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Biopolymers

First Headphones to Market Made of Sustainable Materials

thinksound’s new over-ear headphones made with Eastman’s Tr膿va Engineering Bioplastic

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New-Generation All-Electric Shuttle Is ‘Industry 4.0-Ready’

Uniloy’s third-generation electric shuttle is designed for versatility and data connectivity.

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Future Caps & Closures: More HDPE, More PCR

Industry experts says uses of HDPE in caps and closures will proliferate and will incorporate PCR and PIR. Future designs will “tether” the caps to the bottles as well.  

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Medical Molder Boasts Showpiece Material-Handling System

Flex Manchester is so proud of its new, elaborate drying/conveying system that it greets visitors front and center on their way to view the cleanroom molding floor.

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Blow Molding: Enhanced Machines for Large & Complex Industrial Parts

Virtual exhibit by ST BlowMoulding shows off its latest developments for automotive and industrial packaging

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New Test Method Analyzes Gas Formation in Molding

Resin maker Polyplastics says the proprietary method captures and evaluates gases formed during injection molding.

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Film Extrusion

All-Nanolayer Disk Die Pushes Blown Film Layer Limits

Patented die aims to extend blown film layer limits beyond the current nine- and 11-layer standards currently considered high-tech.

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Packaging

Get Ideas from IMDA Award Winners In IML, IMD & In-Mold Electronics

Winners of the annual IMDA Awards Competition highlight aesthetics, functionality, sustainability—and even COVID-19 protection.

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