Injection Molding

China Is Fast Becoming a High-Tech Competitor

As its labor-cost advantage erodes, China鈥檚 manufacturing sector bolsters its high technology status.

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The Next Game-Changing Technology in Tools and Dies

The first conformal-cooled tools entered the European market 25 years ago; a new conference aims to determine what the next 25 years could hold.

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PET Processing

Study Claims Lightweight Bottles May Impact Recyclability

Wide variation in performance, weight and recyclability in lightweighted bottles is found.

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PET Processing

Three-Partner Alliance Eyes All-Biobased PET Bottle

Danone and Nestle Waters launch NaturALL Bottle Alliance with California Startup.

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Emerging Application for Tepex: Door Module Carrier

Lanxess contracts with German Tier I for use of the composite in large series automotive production.

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Answers on Confusing OSHA Lockout/Tagout Rules

Recent moves by Michigan OSHA (MIOSHA) have drawn attention to confusing and conflicting requirements for “control of hazardous energy,” also known as lockout/tagout rules.

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Proto Labs Finds Millennials Upbeat on Manufacturing’s Future

Survey indicates increased optimism and changing perceptions about the industry among those from their late teens to late 30s.

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Petrakis to Lead Plastics Ind Association Equipment Council

Equipment council described as 'at the core' of the industry.

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Multicomponent

Use Molding Simulation To Avoid Surface-Finish Defects

It’s not just for successful mold filling and cooling. Simulation can help predict and overcome cosmetic defects in molded parts.

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Packaging

Global Packaging Giant Sets Sights on U.S.

Well established in other parts of the world, Greiner Packaging is bringing its wide array of food-packaging technologies to the U.S. market.

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