by Chuck Zona, Hooke College of Applied Sciences Busy scientists and technicians always are seeking new ways to make the best use of their time. When it comes to pursuing specialized education, it makes sense that blended learning programs are becoming a popular choice. Blended learning – an approach that combines online education with in-person classroom time – is on the … [Read more...] about Blended Learning: The Best of Both Worlds for Busy Professionals
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Get Involved in Your Community
by Dianna Brodine, Plastics Business The donations you make should have specific and well-articulated benefits associated with your contribution. Chances are your business has been asked to donate to local charity events and activities. Chances are your business has received a lot of those requests. Nonprofit organizations, by definition, have to run a very tight … [Read more...] about Get Involved in Your Community
The Guiding Principles of Healthcare Reform
Reprinted with permission from Plante Moran Since the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) went into effect nearly three years ago, countless hours have been spent on the evaluation, consideration and implementation of more than half of the reform-related initiatives. Perhaps the reform provisions on the horizon, however, will have the greatest impact on an … [Read more...] about The Guiding Principles of Healthcare Reform
A Complete Circle at KW Container
by Dianna Brodine, Plastics Business A Troy, AL, company originally known for recycling lead from car batteries entered the plastics recycling industry when car battery case makers switched to plastic construction. As recycled plastic volume grew, KW Plastics spun into a new enterprise as it searched for a way to utilize its own material; today, that enterprise – KW … [Read more...] about A Complete Circle at KW Container
Mold Filling Simulation … Under Pressure
by John Ralston, Beaumont Technologies, Inc. Question: I did a mold filling simulation on a new part and mold design to ensure that we had enough pressure available to fill the part. However, the analysis under-predicted the pressures by 20 percent, and now I am on the verge of being pressure limited. I have to go back and rework the mold or find a molding machine with more … [Read more...] about Mold Filling Simulation … Under Pressure