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PLASTICS' annual Size and Impact Report says the industry is outpacing the broader manufacturing market, even amid economic uncertainty.

Engel said its new manufacturing plant in Serbia will shorten the supply chain for its injection molding machines for the European and American markets.

A new electronic key card system from Globeius replaces physical keys for operation of PLC-controlled manufacturing-plant vehicles.

Technology alone does not create business value. Lasting value depends on integrating it into existing systems, operations, and workflows. A system integrator can help you with that, according to an article in sister publication Smart Industry.

Ron Shinn, editor emeritus