A 360-degree look at resin delivery systems: types, operating principles, economics, design, installation, components and controls.
This knowledge center provides an overview of resin moisture and drying processes, including information on best drying practices in production facilities.
Use this comprehensive resource to train your own plastics recyclers and address the skilled labor shortage.
Dive into the basics of mixing and dispensing, operation, maintenance, process integration and more.
This knowledge center outlines the considerations needed to understand the purchase, operation, and maintenance of process cooling systems.
Learn about sustainable recycling. This resource provides a comprehensive overview of everything from granulator types and options to maintenance tips, videos and technical articles.
Despite announcements of price increases in the second quarter, prices are likely to remain at the same level, barring a sharp downward adjustment in PP.
The final rise in prices in the first quarter was driven primarily by rising commodity prices rather than supply and demand fundamentals.
While prices for most commodity resins were previously expected to fall, prices are generally trending upward in the third month of the first quarter.
While PE and PVC price movements continue, resin prices could move sharply in the first two months of 2024, with the possible exception of PET.
Resin drying is a vital but often misunderstood area. This series details why and what you should dry, how to choose a dryer, and best practices.
Before writing a customer service quote, review all aspects of the parts quote to ensure all bases (such as cost) are covered.
In this series of articles, two prominent propeller design experts, Jim Frankand and Mark Spaulding, offer their sage advice on propeller design…what works, what doesn’t, and what to look for when things go wrong. .
In this collection, part of a series featuring some of John’s best work, we bring you five articles that we think you’ll turn to again and again as you look to solve problems, reduce cycle times, and improve product quality. The parts you shape.
With outstanding technical knowledge and an authoritative yet humble English writing style, Fattori distills his views on a variety of casting-related topics in this collection of articles that are sure to make your days on the shop floor a little better.
In this three-part collection, veteran molder and moldmaker Jim Fattori draws on more than 40 years of experience to share his knowledge with molders about the why, where, and how of venting injection molds. A first-hand view. Eliminate trial and error in the mold ventilation process.
Mike Sepe has authored over 25 ANTEC articles and over 250 papers illustrating the importance of this interdisciplinary approach. In this series, we present some of his best work from his years writing for Plastics Technology magazine.
In this series, we provide expert welding advice from leading experts in the field, including advice on issues such as controls, as well as ideas on how to solve common welding problems.
Mold maintenance is critical, and in this series we’ve collected some of the best tips we publish on repairing, maintaining, evaluating, and even hanging molds on injection molding machines.
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NPE2024: Following the company’s recent acquisitions, a new geographic region in North America has entered its radar.
New materials and equipment provide recyclers with more efficient ways of working based on circular economy principles. But you have to say yes.
Starting up a cold blown film line after stopping requires the interaction of several pieces of equipment. Below we’ll look at each of these components individually, as well as some recommendations on how to get your production line up and running as quickly and safely as possible.
NPE2024: Advances and forward-thinking initiatives in the plastics industry will be highlighted.
Plastics recycling activity did not enter expansion territory in March, but appears to be moving in that direction.
Beyond Plastic and its partners have created a certified biodegradable PHA compound that can be injection molded into 38mm bottle caps in less than 6 seconds using a multi-cavity hot runner tool.
There’s a lot to think about, and attention to detail can help avoid equipment downtime and increased maintenance costs. This episode focuses on suction cup/pull pin design and placement.
Despite last-minute design changes and other unexpected obstacles, thermoforming company TriEnda is working with a major supplier to develop innovative, reusable shipping containers.
NPE 2024: Teknor Apex discusses its recyclable thermoplastic elastomers and more from Tuesday to Thursday
The Ultradent team, which topped other molders’ surveys, talks about its Hot Shots initiative.
This nozzle, introduced at PTXPO by Zeiger and Spark Industries, provides maximum heat transfer and uniformity and has a continuous taper for self-cleaning.
Ultradent’s Umbrella Cheek Retractor received the Technology Achievement Award and the Economic and Efficiency Achievement Award at PTXPO.
technotrans says climate protection, energy efficiency and customization will be key topics of discussion at PTXPO as the company showcases the ultrasonic Protemp flow 6 eco and TECO cs 90t 9.1 TCU.
The Austrian manufacturer of injection molding machines and automation products announced at NPE2024 that it will create optimized sales, logistics and production structures for the three main regions of Europe, Asia and the Americas.
The Miami-based supplier of various plastics manufacturing technologies also has melt temperature testing systems, closed-loop cooling manifolds and successful mold valves.
The South Korean injection molding machine maker is targeting 20% market share with eight machines at its nearly 14,000-square-foot booth and additional presses at the Yushin and Incoe booths.
Wolfgang Meyer was a German mechanical engineer and industry leader whose contributions to the plastics processing machinery industry shaped the industry. Meyer, inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, has left a lasting legacy with his work in injection molding, blow molding and sustainability.
Plastics’ Glenn Anderson is celebrating a successful career as the plastics industry regroups after a six-year hiatus.
The thought leaders attending the 2023 Molding and Moldmaking Conference include representatives from leading suppliers, injection molding machines and mold manufacturers, as well as molders and toolmakers themselves.
After a successful joint conference for mold and injection molding machine manufacturers in 2022, Plastics Technology and MoldMaking Technology have once again joined forces to create a two-in-one mold and injection molding machine.
Various speakers at Molding 2023 will examine how simulation influences material substitution decisions, process profitability and mold design simplification.
When, how, what and why to automate – leading robotics suppliers and forward-thinking mold makers will share their views on automated manufacturing at side events.
As voluntary and government-mandated sustainability requirements emerge, injection molding manufacturers are rethinking their operations.
From August 29 to 30, the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis will be hosting all things injection molding and mold making – find out who’s talking about what topics today.
Perhaps you know of a company that uses dry ice for cleaning or are thinking about investing in the process. This webinar gives you the opportunity to dive into the science and data behind this process. Cold Jet will share independent testing research, customer research, testimonials and case studies, as well as government position statements; It will also look at the most common use of plastic – cleaning various types of molds – and why the use of micron dry ice is so popular. Program: Dry Ice Blasting and its use in various applications. A closer look at the non-abrasive properties of dry ice blasting. Where it is most often used in plastics: videos and case studies. Process monitoring for data-driven decision making.
Cooling time is usually the longest step in the molding process. How can we improve work efficiency? Learn how to convert cooling time into production time by running two molding processes simultaneously on one molding machine. For longer cycles, this can mean doubling productivity. In this webinar, you’ll learn more about shuttle die systems and how to calculate their potential impact on your application’s performance. Agenda: Learn how a shuttle die system can benefit your business. Check out the latest system technology updates. Calculate the potential impact on performance.
Explore possible applications for large format printing, including layup tools, transfer modules, film holders, structural components and enclosures. They are used in a variety of industries including automotive, aerospace, construction and more. Program: Possible applications in large format printing: lamination tools, transfer modules, film mounts, structural components and housings. Advantages and disadvantages of process reliability and component quality technologies in component production. Take a look at current developments – what will large format printing look like tomorrow?
In this webinar, Cold Jet will discuss some of the uses of dry ice in converters such as machine mold cleaning at operating temperatures, deburring and deburring parts, improving OEE performance, extending mold life, cleaning parts before painting, post -cleaning. Details. Process 3D printed parts, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and track and report on the process. Agenda: Review of Cold Jet and Dry Ice 101. Understanding process and fine tuning technology. Case study: Process monitoring for plastics production. Exploring the importance of dry ice cleaning in the ESG era.
Think it’s hard to find tech talent? Have you ever felt the pain of a knowledgeable and experienced employee retiring? Find out how a plastics processor can train generative AI to work and unlock the value of its breeding knowledge. Plastics processors are training generative AI models to operate – from machine manuals to tools, resins, procedures, maintenance records and engineering designs. Properly applied, generative AI can reduce costs for plastics processors, improve overall equipment efficiency (OEE), and improve team skills. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to implement an AI technology assistant on your team, what works and what doesn’t, and how to use AI to create an organization that never loses tribal knowledge and promotes collaboration across teams. Agenda: What is generative AI and how can its cognitive capabilities be applied to plastics? Case Study: How an injection molding manufacturer trained a large language model based on manuals and maintenance records to reduce downtime Case Study: Using Generative AI in Engineering Teams to improve product development Live demonstration of generative AI trained by deep plastics knowledge Looking into the future: Five predictions for plastics professionals using artificial intelligence
Processing time can be as short as 24 hours, but is usually two or three days. This kind of rapid prototyping is especially useful for quickly determining the critical geometry of the final product that will be used in the molding process. Key components include material selection, selection of 3D printing technology, use of adaptable mold bases for mold inserts, and implementation of appropriate injection molding process conditions. This presentation will review work evaluating high-strength, high-temperature, ceramic-modified urethane acrylates for injection molded inserts. Program: A Guide to 3D Printed Injection Mold Inserts, Digital Light Processing (DLP) Print Optimization, and Compatibility with Various Thermoplastics. Success stories of practical application.
Post time: May-17-2024