economics

Blow Molding

Contraction Slows Among Processors

Improvement in fourth-quarter new orders suggest a production boost may be in the offing.

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economics

K 2019 Report: Auxiliaries Stake Their Claim in the Circular Economy

The theme of sustainable plastics pervaded the exhibits at K 2019,  even those of auxiliary equipment suppliers, where everything from dryers to blenders to hopper loaders was reimagined as part of a circular plastics process.

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Biopolymers

'Circular Economy' Dominates Discussion of Resins, Additives at K 2019

New product launches from materials suppliers at the giant show shine light on sustainability. 

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Automotive

Reflection is Key to PolyOne's Color Inspiration 2021+ Color Trends Forecast

Four dynamic color palettes forecasted by PolyOne, each tied to ‘reflection’ on our lifestyle, environment and choices.

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Automation

Hahn Automation Expands Management Team

German manufacturer of assembly and testing automation equipment has expanded its management team to include a chief operations officer (COO) and chief revenue officer (CRO).

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Packaging

Consumer Goods Company RB, TerraCycle Talk Plastics Recycling Initiatives

TerraCycle and RB, maker of consumer brands including Mucinex and Enfamil, discuss ways the companies are working toward a circular economy. 

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economics

Index Dips as New Orders, Production Slow

November’s dip continues a three-month contraction in ´óÏó´«Ã½ activity.

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Postconsumer

Recycling & Scrap Reclaim: Machinery Technology Advances as 'Circular Economy' Takes Hold

The circular economy and recycling were the top themes at K 2019, and machine builders responded with new systems to improve equipment performance and material quality.

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Postconsumer

New Cross-Industry Consortium to Focus on Chemical Recycling

New cross-industry consortium to make enhanced recycling of polyester plastics a commercial reality, contributing to the development of a global circular economy for plastics.

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Extrusion

Index Dips on Weak Exports, Employment

October’s number drops from September, despite expansion in new orders.

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Process Cooling