Tom Cash, Director of automation parts supplier Foxmere, dives into the different technologies that can help prevent plastic pollution, from blockchain traceability to AI sorting.
Here Peter Swanson, Founder and Executive Chair of adhesives specialist Intertronics, weighs up mechanical bonding vs adhesive bonding, and gives some advice for designing in an adhesive.
DIEFFENBACHER joins the IPAI community to foster a collaboration between research, AI development and established partners. This highlights the company's investment in digitalisation and AI.
Advanced surface texturing should be on everyone’s wishlist, and Fimark, a UK-based supplier of laser marking and laser etching, knows this well. 5-Axis laser texturing uses lasers to create complex patterns on three-dimensional objects’ surfaces.
Ceramicx, a leading manufacturer of infrared ceramic and quartz heating elements, has recently invested in pressure casting systems, gaining a competitive edge. It can now make IR heating products and systems bespoke for the thermoforming industry.
Adrian Morales, Lead Researcher in Mechanical Recycling at AIMPLAS Plastic Technology Centre, discusses the possibilities and developments of new technologies to manufacture plastics for safe contact with food.
A suite of FANUC all-electric ROBOSHOT injection moulding machines are processing 10,500 tonnes of plastic each year for a Turkish manufacturer of plastic products, cutting energy usage, lowering costs and boosting efficiency.
Polyurethane products use isocyanates as a raw material, which can damage health. Pragma and Associates, a leading health and safety consultant, recommends some essential steps to prevent risks at the workplace.
Gerwin Drent, Finance Manager at UBQ Materials and project leader for the JTF grant application, caught up with Editor Giulia Daniele to discuss the impact of winning this grant and the company’s plans.
Colin Stewart, Founder and Director of Timbermark, talks to BP&R about the company's innovative product rang, which includes plasma treatment, inkjet printing and UV curing.
Biocote, a leading antimicrobial additive supplier, strives to incorporate antimicrobial additives into plastics without compromising the original material’s durability, strength and appearance.
Pittsfield Plastics Engineering, LLC (PPE) has announced a $1 million-plus investment at its Pittsfield, Mass. headquarters to expand its capabilities in large-part injection moulding.
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