November 2024

His Auburn, Calif., company, REE Inc., develops screws and mixers for specialized applications and offers education services for processors.

Using the technology, which can analyze data and patterns in real time, equipment can self-optimize.

Co-founder of American Kuhne and US Extruders Bill Kramer has been in the plastics and rubber industry more than 50 years.

A change in control software allows UR20 and UR30 models to handle heavier items for top-lift applications, such as palletizing.

The SR-3015 can be used to cut materials such as plastic, high-density foam and composites.

Engel North America president credits her father, company leaders for supporting her career as she thrived in male-dominated field.

Progressive Components' SRT Slide Lock Style retainers are available in three force ratings.

3D printing has moved beyond prototyping, as companies explore ways to produce larger parts as well as molds and tooling.

Founder of auxiliary equipment company enjoys solving industry problems.

The FFU valve has a unique geometry and can be installed in new or existing equipment.

All-electrics have their supporters, but hybrids bank on best-of-all-worlds approach.

Injection molding processing plant leader espouses caring approach.

Automation spares humans fom dull, dangerous work in applications as varied as welding, assembly, palletizing and takeout.

CEO's appointment in 2022 came amid turmoil, but he's worked to build staff, secure financial footing.

The Argo 1000 Hypermelt can process standard pellets and has independent dual extruders.

Wave of retirements will force companies to turn to younger workers over the next few years.

The SM1008S has an accuracy to within 20 microns and requires no complex programming.

Late CEO and president of PLASTICS provided tireless leadership.

The optoNCDT1900 is suitable for processes including 3D printing, injection molding and CNC machining.

PLASTICS and the Vinyl Sustainability Council join forces for the event in Louisville, Ky.

The third-generation CEO of Fimic has grown the company while developing a program for working new mothers.

They are available for single-layer, co-extrusion and tri-extrusion applications and can be designed to suit.

Founding editor Ron Shinn looks back on a decade of covering new technologies and trends.

The Aero2 Ultra line comes in two sizes and features improved performance and durability.

HP's Multi Jet Fusion process allows Unusual Machines to produce parts in the U.S. and change designs on the fly.

The latest in the line of slabstock foam machines allows for quick formulation and color changes.

Using AI-assisted guidance, the EPX-SF can process up to 1,900 tools in 24 hours.

Andrews, who's worked as a CEO at other industrial firms, succeeds Giovanni Spitale.

New Ultra Accuracy option ensures exact positioning for GoFa line.

The 310 and 610 models adjust automatically for accurate dosing and mixing.