April 2023

Once it was a cheap alternative; now, with companies setting ambitious sustainability targets, supply is tight and it can cost more than virgin.

The software can be used by mold makers to automate CNC machining and wire electrical discharge machining, and make it more efficient.

Artificial intelligence, sensors and vision systems that can be paired with cobots enable advances.

Nofia CO6010-EX from FRX Polymers eliminates the need to pre-dry the resin.

Featuring a robust cutting chamber, the Pagani 4090B is made from plate steel and has a “Rotoflange” bearing system designed to protect against dust infiltration.

Adding the Enercon blown-ion system, along with custom automation, also freed workers from a smelly job at Champion Plastics.

The WeighPack system is easy to integrate into existing packaging lines.

The Entek leader helped the company launch its extruder business and is now managing the growth in the battery separator market.

Ampacet’s ColorSave 1000 single-component masterbatch and additive gravimetric feeder offers accurate, cost-effective dosing.

They accommodate pigments and flame retardants that enhance laser absorption without compromising the mechanical performance of weld joints.

The optional feature can match or even increase normal productivity while cutting overall energy consumption and machine wear.

An optional, built-in maintenance indicator for both standard and stainless steel filters shows when the filters are clean.

The RoboAccess Pal S has a lightweight, carbon fiber and 3D-printed clamping head.

Increases in injection molding machine, extruder shipments reflect positive changes in economy.

Starlinger Viscotec's decontamination reactor can handle post-consumer and post-industrial PS, PP, PE and HDPE.

They offer forgery-proof contact tracing of parts made using the tagged components.

Regeneration Power Saver is now standard on Advanced Blending Solutions’ 14 desiccant dryer models.

Engel display features a 35-ton e-motion TL-series press that, paired with a new injection unit and plunger from ACH Solution, can make parts weighing 0.001 gram.

Methods Machine remains Yasda's single importer, distributor and service provider – a relationship that began in 2014.

The E-GO R, which comes in six models, combines a screw that has an optimized L/D ratio with a powerful single- or dual-zone vacuum degassing system.

The newest version of Progressive Components' system includes updates such as custom checklists that allow users to set maintenance intervals.

Ryan T. Schuelke, a 25-year Enercon veteran, gains new responsibilities with the promotion.

The E1770 pins from Meusburger have a new coating that extends their service life.

M. Holland said distributing Lavergne’s PCR resins will improve supply and stabilize prices for its customers.

Randy Frappier brings nearly 30 years of industry experience to his new role.

The K55 AGV has a load capacity of up to 2,645 pounds, and has increased its maximum lift height to as much as 4.9 feet.

$20 million construction project expands size of North American robotics headquarters.

The CDA-200 is customized for shear-sensitive applications with low to medium viscosity.

Sumitomo (SHI) Demag has added four models of the all-electric machines that offer high processing precision within fast cycle times.

Power meter maker provides gifts to several institutions to mark the occasion.

They will create a hardware/software solution to boost QA of DyeMansion’s 3D-printing post-processing solutions.

Scott Wisotzke will expand the sales team to capture more of the high-mix, small-batch manufacturing market.

In North America, the 3D printer manufacturer will work with Accufacture LLC.

Peter Leary becomes the company’s new technical sales engineer, and Lori Vaz and Diane Whittaker join as customer service representatives.

Gary P. Kooper comes to his new role with 33 years of experience in the industrial and consumer packaging industries.

A new manufacturing facility under construction in Japan will open in 2025.

Sales increase of 10 percent expected for this year.

Sales hit 1,024,462 square feet – topping the 982,000 square feet sold in 2018.

The company said the move will help it adjust to a challenging market environment.

Offerings will include on-site technicians and training sessions for customers.

Stefan Feldmeier, who has more than 25 years of experience managing plastics and metal companies, steps into the role.