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Innovator in Polymer Science and Education: Dr. Joseph A. Biesenberger

NPE2024: Dr. Joseph A. Biesenberger, a pioneer in polymer science and education, was inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024. From founding the Polymer Processing Institute to seminal works in reactive polymer processing, his impact continues to shape the plastics industry.

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Chihiro Kanagawa: PVC Pioneer and Environmental Steward

Follow the legacy of Chihiro Kanagawa, a pioneer in the PVC industry and advocate for sustainable growth. Chairman of Shintech, his vision transformed PVC manufacturing.

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Packaging

See a 7-Layer Stretch Line Controlled by AI

Colines producing high-tech stretch film on a line with an artificial intelligence control package.

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Beyond Prototypes: 8 Ways the Plastics Industry Is Using 3D Printing

Plastics processors are finding applications for 3D printing around the plant and across the supply chain. Here are 8 examples to look for at NPE2024.

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Drying

Streamlined Drying Process Speeds Up Changeovers

NPE2024: Maguire demonstrating increase in productivity possible by vacuum drying.

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Program Provides Equipment Maintenance, Overhauls and Upgrades

NPE2024: Program aims to ensure equipment remains at peak performance levels throughout its life cycle.  

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Unveiling the Next Generation of Injection Molding Machines: Faster, Smarter, and More Efficient

Get ready to revolutionize your manufacturing process with cutting-edge injection molding technologies that promise to streamline production and maximize output. See what our editors are noticing on the show floor.

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Film Extrusion

Alpine Is Focusing on Efficiency, Sustainability, While Pushing for Better Recycling Infrastructure

NPE2024: New technology aims at improving efficiencies in film production, but executive calls on e-commerce retailers to help develop packaging infrastructure.   

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NPE

Honoring Excellence at NPE 2024: Plastics Hall of Fame

Yesterday, the Plastics Hall of Fame celebrated a legacy of innovation and vision for the plastics sector with 17 new members. Discover how these pioneers have helped shape the future of plastics.

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sustainability

For PLASTICS' CEO Seaholm, NPE to Shine Light on Sustainability Successes

With advocacy, communication and sustainability as three main pillars, Seaholm leads a trade association to NPE that ‘is more active today than we have ever been.’    

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Process Cooling