PolyOne, rp+m, Others Collaborate on Project Plastics Business A three-year collaboration between university and industry experts will develop advanced materials and production parts using three dimensional printing technology, also known as additive manufacturing. PolyOne Corporation, Cleveland, OH, will work alongside researchers at Dayton Research Institute, Dayton, OH, … [Read more...] about PolyOne, rp+m, Others Collaborate on Project
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Lab Services Important for Quality, R&D and Safety
by Chad Jones, Sherry Laboratories Injection molders and other plastic processors dealing with new materials or processes can use outside laboratories for routine quality control testing. Many organizations require testing to determine conformance to material specifications. More complicated projects can involve contamination testing and failure analysis. In many situations, … [Read more...] about Lab Services Important for Quality, R&D and Safety
Selecting the Proper Assembly Process
By Jeffrey Frantz, Branson Deciding on the best assembly process for your application can be very confusing. There are several options available, from mechanical fasteners and adhesives to heat and friction methods, each with distinct advantages. Further complicating matters is everyone seems to have the "best" solution. To ultimately make the proper choice, each and every … [Read more...] about Selecting the Proper Assembly Process
Capacity Constraints: The New Norm?
By Laurie Harbour, Harbour Results, Inc. Capacity constraints are one of today’s biggest challenges for any supplier. Although there is still a lot of uncertainty in the economy, customers are demanding higher and higher volumes, while also launching new products. Plastics processors are working long hours, trying to hire new people and contemplating new equipment with … [Read more...] about Capacity Constraints: The New Norm?
Using Commercial Purging Compounds
By John Pizzo, Sun Plastech, Inc. Have questions or doubts about the use of a commercial purging compound (CPC) prevented you from using one? Perhaps you already use a CPC, but wonder if it's being used correctly or if it's the best one for a specific application? You're not alone. Below are commonly asked questions about purging compounds. Question: Why should we use a … [Read more...] about Using Commercial Purging Compounds