Carbon black pigments have been standard for black parts. However, these pigments block the signal of NIR optical sorting ...

Pipe is formed when plastics is extruded through a round shaping die, cooled in a water bath, and either cut and coiled. Used in manufacture of medical tubing; PVC pipe; HDPE pipe; siding; plastic ...

The Connector Conundrum: 3D Printed Mold Tooling’s Role in Innovation ReelView Fishing faced an electronics obstacle in the development of its new technology for underwater video. Additive ...

What Plastics Processors Need to Know about Tax Reform and Equipment Acquisition The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2018 (TCJA) is positioning plastics processors for more growth and profitability following ...

Film extrusion is divided into two subcategories: cast film (flat film) and blown film. In cast film extrusion, hot plastic is extruded through a flat, slit die onto a polished chill roll where it is ...

In a previous article, we briefly discussed the influence of time as the second important factor in the mechanical response of polymers. The flip side of time is strain rate. The rate of loading for a ...

Digital Manufacturing: Two Medical Molders Embrace Industry 4.0 ‘Digitalization’ and ‘connectivity’ are loaded terms—shorthand for a whole new way of doing business. It can’t be accomplished in one go ...

Injection Molding: PET Preform Molding Machine Switches to Side Entry Netstal’s new PET-LINE has changed from top entry and post-mold cooling above the clamping unit to side entry and cooling ...

The intensification ratio is equal to the ratio of the effective areas of the hydraulic ram to that of the screw check valve. Since those values often are not readily available, the intensification ...

Selecting the right plastic welding technology is essential for achieving high performance, durability and consistent quality for your automotive parts. Learn how various processes, such as ultrasonic ...

Biodegradable polymers like PHA are expected to replace most single-use petroleum polymers over the next five years. However, these polymers often require special additives and fillers to meet product ...

A well-maintained fleet of injection molding machines can contribute to your company’s profitability. Scheduled maintenance activities extend the lifespan of the molding machines, safeguarding your ...