New materials for improved barrier protection

In battling the COVID-19 pandemic, massive demand for single-use gowns, gloves, masks and face shields have been recorded.

JING DAY: Cost-effective rubber injection moulding systems

JING DAY Machinery Industrial Co., Ltd (JING DAY) has taken a major leap forward in the global market with its highly-efficient rubber and silicone injection moulding machines.

Integrating composite material to the process

The latest development in extrusion blow moulding extends the application of continuous fibre reinforced thermoplastic composites. This has generated improved mechanical performance of blow moulded components while reducing weight and material use.

Expanding the scope of 3D printing

Additive manufacturing (AM) is nowadays used for a wide variety of applications.

Additive innovations in epidemic control

At the webinar on “ Global Epidemic Control:Challenges and Opportunities for Medical Plastic Manufacturing” held on 22-23 June 2020 and organised by Ringier Events, Mr. Daniel Tanzil, the Country Manager of Milliken Indonesia presented on Milliken’s innovative additive solutions for various sectors like packaging and medical/healthcare, with emphasis on the role of advanced material solutions in epidemic control.

High-heat stabilised PA66 grades

The global nylon 6 and 66 market is growing steadily by as much as 6.1% per annum until 2025.

Inhouse recycling of film production waste

A powerful automation package, modern connectivity solutions and a short delivery time are some of the plus factors attained through a high level of standardization.

Emerging circular economy solutions

The world economy is facing many challenges in 2020 as major countries need to overcome slower trade growth and policy restrictions.

Shaping the future of plastics

K, the leading global trade fair for the plastics and rubber industry, has drawn to a close in Düsseldorf on 23 October.

E-mobility to spur rubber demand

The global rubber industry has maintained its positive performance, owing to the sustained growth of the various industries dependent on rubber, such as automotive.

Turnkey solutions for thin-wall packaging

The production of containers for the food industry requires maximum hygiene.

Accurate pipe head measurement

Ensuring decisive and accurate dimension of the pipes during extrusion is an added requirement that most pipe manufacturers find necessary in today’s highly competitive industry. Many pipe measurement systems have been introduced and accepted in the market for their ability to meet the target.

Versatile Flame-Retardants

The global building and construction plastic market is experiencing growth owing to the increasing investment in residential and commercial infrastructure.

New Era Of Heavyweight Machines

The demand for injection moulding systems capable of producing bigger containers and parts has taken innovators beyond boundaries.

Efficient Compounding Of Bio-based Plastics

Complete lab-scale system for Asahel Benin Sarl., consisting of a ZSK 26 Mc18 twin-screw extruder, and other auxiliary equipment from Coperion.

TPEs For Functional Applications

The global demand for thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) is on the rise that major manufacturers are fast catching up with the pace.

Robots In Advanced Automation Systems

New trends in composite part fabrication, blow moulding and high mix/low volume production are boosting demand for advanced manufacturing methods with collaborative robots being front and centre.

The Power Of Organic Solar Cells

The organic solar cell market is likely to incite substantial development due to ever growing energy demands in various end-user applications.

Shaping The Future Of Vehicle Design

Industry Application

Yann Bang: Legacy Of A Total Solutions Innovator

Yann Bang Electrical Machinery Co., Ltd. is a company with vision and operations beyond the present time, anticipating future customers’ needs even before they happen.

Circular Economy Focus Spurs Innovations

The past decade saw a remarkable transition in the global industrial arena and inevitably, the plastics and rubber industry has taken steps to meet the increasingly complex trends.

Sophistication Of The Simplest Machine

As an internationally recognised plastic recycling machine manufacturer, Polystar Machinery Co., Ltd, specialises in postindustrial (in-house) recycling with its simplest easy-operation recycling system in the market today.

BPA-free Plastics For Small Appliances

Eastman celebrates a decade of design innovation with its market-transforming material, Tritan™ copolyester, a BPA-free plastic resin material that combines shatterproof properties with the brilliance of glass.

Malaysia Aims For A Circular Economy

Malaysia aims to achieve the goals of a circular economy and this move could provide $4.5 trillion worth of opportunities in the next 20 years for businesses engaged in recycling, reuse and waste reduction.

Intelligently Designed Biodegradable Packaging

The launch of the first New Plastics Economy Global Commitment (NPEGC) last 14th of March 2019 in Vienna, Austria has led businesses to double their efforts in eliminating plastics waste and thereby contribute to a better world.

Chinaplas As Growth Driver In Asian Plastics Industry

CHINAPLAS, now on a par with K Show in Germany, had a successful run in Guangzhou from May 21-24.

Precision And Flexibility Achieved

In designing injection moulding systems, precision, shorter delivery times, reliable operations and flexibility are certain requirements that must be met.

A Tribute To Leading Innovators

The results of the 2019 Ringier Technology Innovation Awards-Plastics Industry reveal an interesting lineup of breakthrough technologies and products with positive impact on the plastics industry.

rPET Supports Circular Economy

SABIC unveiled its LNP™ ELCRIN™ iQ portfolio of polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) compounded resins derived from recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) to support the circular economy and help reduce plastic waste.

Sustainability As Ultimate Goal

The Plastics Applications in Food and Beverage Packaging Summit held in Manila, Philippines on November 5-6 gathered the who’s who in Philippine food, beverage and plastics industries.