Athena Controls Emphasizes Customization: Buy Just What You Need
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
At NPE, 60-year-old Athena reintroduces itself as a vendor of standard control platforms customized for maximum utility and economy.
Pinch Valves: An Uncomplicated Valve With an Important Purpose
| Valve Magazine
Used in on/off or throttling applications, choosing the right style pinch valve depends on the application.
Smart Works Cells at the Heart of Wittmann’s Exhibit
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Under the theme of “It's All Wittmann,” the supplier of injection molding machines, automation and auxiliary equipment is hoping to show NPE attendees what comes with true connectivity.
Blending Specialists ABS Relaunching Thoreson McCosh Dryer Line
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Advanced Blending is taking the wraps off reinvigorated Thoreson McCosh drying line.
Steelhead Technologies Launches Steelhead University
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
Through a comprehensive curriculum of eight core administrative courses, Steelhead University equips users with fundamental knowledge essential for navigating the intricacies of the Steelhead software.
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.
Shots for Shots: Canon’s Shuttle Mold Doubles Up Molding of Glasses and Carrying Case
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Updated shuttle mold, imaging and engraving technology, and moldmaking capabilities on display.
Conair: Going All In on AI
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Conveying with Optimizer, Conair’s new AI-based conveying technology stands to be a true game changer for plastics processors.
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.
Omron lanza sus nuevos robots móviles automatizados
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Los robots móviles automatizados de Omron proporcionan un desplazamiento fiable.
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.
ANIPAC elige a Marlene Fragoso como primera mujer presidenta
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
La ANIPAC tiene nueva Comisión Ejecutiva. Por primera vez, en 61 años de historia, elige a una mujer en la presidencia. La Arquitecta Marlene Fragoso, empresaria y líder en rotomoldeo, presidirá la Asociación Nacional de Industrias del Plástico.
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.
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.
Yushin Boasts Its Largest Ever NPE Presence
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
More Yushin robots are taking on more tasks than ever before at the triennial show, with premieres for the newest Large, RC-SE and YD Series.
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.
Plastrac Aims to Make Blending More Energy-Efficient with Brushless Motors
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Energy-saving motor also results in more streamlined design, consistent with suppliers move to pack more punch in a small footprint.
New Pump Rewrites Conveying Rules
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Smart Pump technology brings more flexibility and finesse to resin conveying.
Addex Continues to Advancing Cooling in Blown Film
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Cooling specialist Addex debuts auto-profiling air ring for rotating dies, and new single-plenum air ring.
Taiwanese Technology Suppliers in the Spotlight
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Daily product launches during NPE2024 by leading Taiwanese plastics equipment suppliers are part of the Taiwan External Trade Development Council’s (TAITRA) NPE2024 plans.
Tergo Cleaning Fluids for Batch Cleaning
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
These solvents offer safe and sustainable alternatives, characterized by low global warming potentials (GWPs), low volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and zero ozone depletion potentials (ODPs).