PET Cap and Closure Manufacturing System Launches

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Origin Materials and partner Packsys Global say the high-throughput system opens the door to monomaterial bottles, promoting recycling and easing end of life for the package.

Use AI, Machine Learning to Take Variability Out of Manufacturing

| Plastics Technology

Variability has always created insurmountable challenges for manufacturers. However, in the last decade, impact has been more painful due to a lack of experienced workforce. By leveraging technological advancements, particularly in AI, manufacturers can gain a transformative competitive advantage in both cost reduction and workforce development.

Impacts of Auto’s Switch to Sustainability

Gary S. Vasilash | Plastics Technology

Of all the trends you can see at NPE2024, this one is BIG. Not only is the auto industry transitioning to electrification but there are concerted efforts to modify the materials used, especially polymers, for interior applications.

In the Zone: Advanced Manufacturing

| Plastics Technology

The Advanced Manufacturing Zone in the place to experience the latest in tooling and automation.  

Learn What's 'Covered In Plastics Technology' at NPE2024

| Plastics Technology

Plastics Technology and other Gardner Business Media brands are exhibiting at NPE2024. Learn about what’s ‘Covered in Plastics Technology,’ get a unique photo op and enter the #COVEREDinPT givaway. 

NPE2024 Features Medical Industry Sessions

| Plastics Technology

Learn about trends in sustainability, materials, collaboration and more at the NPE2024 Medical Industry Sessions.

Networking at NPE2024: Meet the Women Leading the Plastics Industry

| Plastics Technology

First-ever breakfast for women leaders in plastics slated for Tuesday.  

Industry Experts Offer Insights at NPE2024 Packaging Sessions

| Plastics Technology

Learn from industry experts about the latest trends and innovations in packaging at the NPE2024 Packaging Industry Sessions

A Party Six Years in the Making

| Plastics Technology

For the first time ever, NPE opens with a reception for attendees. Join the party tonight in the Valencia Ballroom.  

Inside the Florida Recycler Taking on NPE’s 100% Scrap Reuse Goal

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Hundreds of tons of demonstration products will be created this week.  Commercial Plastics Recycling is striving to recycle ALL of it.

Three-in-One Cutter Boosts Thread Milling Capabilities

| MoldMaking Technology

Walter USA launches Thrill∙tec TC645 Supreme, which combines core hole drilling, chamfering and threading for mass production or small part runs.

How to Rapidly Calibrate 4-Laser Production LPBF Machines

Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing

Multi-laser machines introduce an additional source of variation; the separate lasers have to synch with one another. At this Indiana additive manufacturer, one-third of the laser powder bed fusion machines are multi-laser. Here is is the AM calibration tool this company uses.

OnLogic Control Features Highly Configurable Design

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The Tacton series of panel PCs have thousands of configuration options to provide reliable data access and visualization in challenging environments.

Verisurf Sign Solutions Agreement With Hexagon

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Verisurf will offer complete metrology solutions that combine its model-based inspection and measurement software, training and live technical support with Hexagon CMMs.

Uniloy Buys FGH Shuttle Moldmaking & Tech-Service Business

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Uniloy adds to its moldmaking and tech center capabilities; FGH expands representation to all of Uniloy’s product lines.

NPE 2024 Set to Showcase Solutions for 6 Key Moldmaking Trends

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

The moldmaking and plastics industries have undergone some changes in the past six years, all of which emphasize the importance of innovation and adaptability for competitiveness.

Pelletizing System for Engineered Resins and Recycled Materials for Optical Molding

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Matsui America is introducing the Raptor 22 pelletizing system.

Who Will Win the 2024 Leadtime Leader Award? Find Out at NPE 2024!

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

This is it! It all boils down to this. Join the moldmaking and plastics community as MoldMaking Technology discloses this year’s award winner at 4 p.m. tomorrow in the West Hall at Booth 2143.

PLASTICS reconoce innovaciones en sostenibilidad en NPE2024

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La Asociación de la Industria del Plástico (PLASTICS) reconoce las principales innovaciones en la fabricación de plásticos que promueven beneficios ambientales en diseño, materiales y gestión del final de su vida útil.  

New Pump Rewrites Conveying Rules

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Smart Pump technology brings more flexibility and finesse to resin conveying.  

Ronatec Opens New Warehouse Facility in Greater Dallas

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

This strategic expansion aims to better serve the company’s customer base in the southwest United States.

Omron lanza sus nuevos robots móviles automatizados

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Los robots móviles automatizados de Omron proporcionan un desplazamiento fiable.