NPE

Automotive

Paperless ‘Smart Factory’ Based on Automated Production Monitoring

Tier 1 automotive molder’s home-built production-monitoring and ERP systems, designed for “the little guy,” boost its efficiency rating and profits.

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NPE

Advanced Drainage Systems Opens Engineering and Technology Center in Ohio

Center will be dedicated to product engineering, materials science and manufacturing technologies.

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NPE

Thin, High-Performance Nylon/PE Barrier Film for Thermoformed Packaging

Südpack’s Multifol Extreme film is well suited for greasy, protein-rich and frozen foods

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Recycling

NPE2024 Wrap-Up: Sustainability Dominates Show Floor News

Across all process types, sustainability was a big theme at NPE2024. But there was plenty to see in automation and artificial intelligence as well.  

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NPE

NPE 2024: Additive Manufacturing Assisting, Advancing Plastics Processing

Exhibitors and presenters at the plastics show emphasized 3D printing as a complement and aid to more traditional production processes.

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NPE

NPE2024 Sets Several Show Records

The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has released final figures for NPE2024: The Plastics Show (May 6-10; Orlando) that officially make it the largest ever NPE in several key metrics.

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NPE

AI: The Next Big Thing in Plastics Processing

Discover how artifical intelligence is revolutionizing plastics processing. Hear from industry experts on the future impact of AI on your operations and envision a fully interconnected plant.

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Additives

Additives Boast Sustainability Without Sacrificing Performance

Sustainability continues to dominate new additives technology, but upping performance is also evident. Most of the new additives have been targeted to commodity resins and particularly polyolefins.

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For Extrusion and Injection-Blow Molders, Numerous Upgrades in Machines and Services

Uniloy is revising its machinery lines across the board and strengthening after-sales services in tooling maintenance, spare parts and tech service.

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Novel Injection Unit’s Commercial Debut

NPE2024: Md Plastics is now offering for sale injection machines incorporating its novel Inject-EX injection-unit design with an inline screw and plunger. 

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Blending & Dosing