by Michael L. Stowe, P.E., senior energy engineer, Advanced Energy . " title="Efficient energy consumption can greatly increase profitability."> Efficient energy consumption can greatly increase profitability. . " title="Figure 1. Typical single screw plastic extruder "> Figure 1. Typical single screw plastic extruder . " title="Figure 2. … [Read more...] about Opportunities for Energy Efficiency in the Plastics Molding Facility
Business Planning
Eyeing New Opportunities in Cuba
A conversation with Chuck Sholtis, CEO and owner of Plastic Molding Technology Inc. Approximately 100 miles from Key West lies the Caribbean islands of Cuba, home to more than 11 million citizens. The main island hosts the country's capital of Havana and, despite the lack of US involvement for more than 50 years, was the destination for more than 3.5 million tourists last … [Read more...] about Eyeing New Opportunities in Cuba
Evaluating Plant Expansion Needs
by Scott Walton, Harbour Results, Inc. Now that production levels have increased across several major markets affecting the plastics injection molding industry, many processors are wondering if their current assets are enough to handle the growth. Whether acquiring new equipment or assessing facility space for reconfiguration or expansion, decisions should be supported by … [Read more...] about Evaluating Plant Expansion Needs
An M&A Market Update for the Plastics Industry
by David Evatz, SRR There continues to be strong demand for plastic companies across all end markets and manufacturing processes. Although acquisition demand is strong, there currently exists a general lack of quality deals in the marketplace, resulting in a supply/demand imbalance (i.e., more buyers than sellers). Global plastics M&A volume increased four percent during … [Read more...] about An M&A Market Update for the Plastics Industry
Change and Opportunity: Focus on Four Areas to Improve
by Laurie Harbour, Harbour Results, Inc. The 2015 calendar year certainly has started out with a bang for many processors. Business is up for most companies, the economy appears to be relatively stable, fuel prices have dropped tremendously and this is an NPE year. As processors gather in Orlando, Florida, to see new technologies, talk to old friends and make new business … [Read more...] about Change and Opportunity: Focus on Four Areas to Improve