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PLASTICS Report: Plastics Machinery Shipments Grew in Third Quarter (PLASTICS) today announced that shipments of primary plastics machinery (injection molding and extrusion) in North America increased in the third quarter according to the statistics compiled and reported by PLASTICS’ Committee on Equipment Statistics (CES). The preliminary estimate of shipment value from reporting companies totaled $333.8 … Continue reading PLASTICS Report: Plastics Machinery Shipments Grew in Third Quarter

MKS Plastics, a Louisiana-based premium industrial pail manufacturer, announced it is investing $14 million to double the size of its production facility in Tangipahoa Parish, about 53 miles east of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The 48,000 square-foot expansion will increase manufacturing output, allowing the company to better serve its customers in the petroleum and chemical industries. … Continue reading MKS Plastics Unveils $14 Million Boost to Louisiana Manufacturing Hub!

World’s smallest piezoresistive, media-isolated pressure sensor – launched by Kistler Winterthur, April 2022 Kistler’s new 4017A piezoresistive absolute pressure sensor combines excellent measuring features with universal applicability. Thanks to its compactness, innovative design and outstanding media compatibility it is optimal for use in engine development as well as hydraulic and pneumatic applications, in both hot … Continue reading World’s smallest piezoresistive, media-isolated pressure sensor – launched by Kistler Winterthur, April 2022

ASSOCHAM SMARTecIndia Maharashtra Session :1200-1300 hrs:15th December 2021.: Virtual session Next Gen Industrialization: Magnetic Maharashtra”*   *1200-1300 Hrs: Wednesday, 15th December 2021: Virtual Session Registration link: *https://platform.smartecindia.in/login   Greetings from ASSOCHAM INDIA! We are delighted to inform you that ASSOCHAM is organising the 2nd Edition of SMARTecIndia 2021 from 3rd – 15th December 2021, supported … Continue reading ASSOCHAM SMARTecIndia Maharashtra Session :1200-1300 hrs:15th December 2021.: Virtual session

Sumitomo (SHI) Demag’s launch of SAM-C robots instantly attracts positive customer feedback and sales Schwaig, December 2021 – After the world premiere of the new SAM-C robots at Fakuma, interest in the first in-house automation solution from Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Plastics Machinery GmbH, Schwaig (SDG), continues unabated. The two handle & place systems were the … Continue reading Sumitomo (SHI) Demag’s launch of SAM-C robots instantly attracts positive customer feedback and sales

Reimagined Mining Chemicals Handbook offers insights, tools and recommendations in real time Today Solvay launched an exclusive digital knowledge hub, the Mining Chemicals Handbook, which provides 24/7 access to relevant mining chemical application information for those active in this demanding sector. This is the first such resource in the industry, underscoring Solvay’s commitment to the … Continue reading Reimagined Mining Chemicals Handbook offers insights, tools and recommendations in real time

SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, launched today new LNP™ ELCRIN™ WF006XXPiQ compound and LNP ELCRIN WF0061XPiQ compound, the first two grades in a new portfolio of materials that incorporate pre-consumer recycled glass fiber diverted from the waste stream of industrial processes. These polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) compounds, each reinforced with 30 percent pre-consumer … Continue reading SABIC PIONEERS WITH NEW LNP™ ELCRIN™ IQ COMPOUNDS USING PRE-CONSUMER RECYCLED GLASS FIBER TO ACCELERATE CARBON NEUTRALITY

Maassluis, The Netherlands, January 13, 2022 – Synova, an advanced technology company focused on production of high value chemicals such as olefins and BTX from waste, announced today the appointment of Jörg Krüger as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Krüger brings with him substantial experience and a strong network in the chemical industry spanning over 30 … Continue reading Jörg Krüger appointed CEO of Synova

Feluy, January 18, 2022 – TotalEnergies Polymer plant in Feluy, Belgium, announced the startup of a new production of high-performance polymers with the commissioning of a new reactor in its polypropylene unit. Through this investment, TotalEnergies strengthens its leading position on the high valueadded polymers market. The Company is therefore increasing its production of grades … Continue reading Belgium: TotalEnergies increases its production of highperformance polymers for specialty m

A significant quality improvement of the de-powdering and cleaning operation for 3D printed components at lower costs and shorter cycle times! A leading manufacturer of recreational vehicles is fulfilling this goal with the purchase of the automated post processing system S1 from AM Solutions – 3D post processing technology. With their innovative designs and powerful … Continue reading Absolutely clean 3D printed components for recreational vehicles with a fully automatic operation

Dow achieves new milestones to helping to promote a circular economy in China with Liby’s sustainable packaging Shanghai, China – January 18, 2022 – Dow (NYSE: DOW), a global materials science company, and Liby, a leading laundry brand in China, announced today several new milestones that address plastic packaging waste to helping to promote a … Continue reading Dow achieves new milestones to helping to promote a circular economy in China with Liby’s sustainable packaging

Arburg at Plastimagen 2022: Packaging and Digitalisation Come to the Fore Plastimagen: first trade fair after a two-year hiatus High end: powerful Allrounders A and H produce pots and cups Digitalisation: ALS and arburgXworld demo versions at the stand Welcoming back in-person attendees for the first time in two years, the Plastimagen 2022 trade fair … Continue reading Arburg at Plastimagen 2022: Packaging and Digitalisation Come to the Fore