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Injection Molding

Simcon
Cadmould AI Solver software generates simulation results instantly, allowing mold makers to explore more variations in less time.
Artificial intelligence provides instant feedback on filling pattern, pressure, temperature and more.
May 5, 2026
Progressive Components
Progressive Components' new mold cylinders replace existing hydraulic cylinders.
The cylinders from Progressive Components increase surface hardness and sealing ability.
April 30, 2026
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Plastic margarine tubs on display at a grocery store.
Process optimization, material behavior and mold performance must all be taken into consideration before ramp-up.
April 29, 2026
Polymer Dynamics
The Maverick 9T is a benchtop injection molding machine with 9 tons of clamping force.
The Maverick 9T from Polymer Dynamics can use standard resins, 3D-printed molds and automated operation.
April 28, 2026

PMM Insight

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Extrusion

Maxcess
Maxcess has named Kevin Clunie as global VP of product strategy and development.
Kevin Clunie will lead product strategy and management, marketing and R&D for the provider of web handling solutions.
May 4, 2026
Goodway
Goodway Technologies has updated two of its PulseFlo descaling pump systems.
Two PulseFlo portable models have upgrades that enhance safety and simplify the cleaning process.
May 1, 2026
Nordson BKG Inc.
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The series works with all standard polymers.
April 29, 2026
Coperion
Technologies from Coperion and EPC are combined to create a one-step compounding process for PC.
It combines existing technologies to transfer melt and additives into a one-step direct compounding extruder.
April 24, 2026

Blow Molding

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On Dec. 17, members of a Pittsburg State University class visited Chevron Phillips Chemical in Bartlesville, Okla., to learn more about blow molding. From left to right: Chevron Phillips technical service engineer Justin Lumbley, a Division board member and PSU alumnus; Hayden Sprague, Jeanne Norton, Tyler Glass and Jacob Culross, all of PSU.
The project focuses on the complete blow molding process for an HDPE bottle using partial PCR.
May 4, 2026
Gerald Hobson
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A decision to transition away from sandcasting brought controversy initially, but proved lucrative.
April 30, 2026

Recycling

Lindner Recyclingtech
Marcel Willberg (right) and Georg Krenn (left) now jointly manage Lindner Washtech.
He will serve alongside Georg Krenn at the manufacturer of washing systems for plastics recycling.
April 27, 2026
Erema Engineering Recycling Maschinen und Anlagen GmbH
Erema developed its Volex process for its Intarema TVEplus single-screw extruder.
Approach works with Intarema TVEplus extruder to efficiently remove VOCs.
April 27, 2026
Tomra Recycling
Tomra's GainNext sorting solution for recycling
The facility in Charlotte, N.C., allows customers to try out several of the company’s sorting technologies.
April 23, 2026
Next Generation Recyclingmaschinen GmbH
A new recycling process combining NGR's C:Gran technology and Leistritz twin-screw extruder saves energy and results in resin that can be used in high-quality polyolefin films.
Using NGR’s C:Gran cutter-compactor and single-screw extruder combo and Leistritz twin-screw extruder in one step eliminates one melting cycle.
April 22, 2026

Product Innovations

ALPS
The FlexPitch Solo Moving-Head leak testing system from ALPS handles complex container shapes.
The FlexPitch Solo Moving-Head system is adaptable to varying designs and easy to mount to existing conveyor lines.
April 27, 2026
Emergent Vision Technologies
Emergent's eSDK Pro Software Development Kit allows engineers to deploy vision systems more quickly.
Emergent's eSDK Pro kit can reduce programming time by up to 90 percent.
April 23, 2026
Exair
The Bete FlexiSan holds two different cleaning liquids, and the spray header can connect to a facility's water supply.
The system from Bete can be used on equipment such as hoppers, bins and mixers.
April 22, 2026
BinMaster
BinMaster's CNCR-400 radar level sensors come in three models.
The radar technology allows monitoring of bins without touching the material.
April 21, 2026

Manufacturing

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Rows of shipping containers in a port, viewed from above.
Respondents to Kearney survey say political instability, tariffs and labor availability remain a hurdle.
May 5, 2026
Association for Advancing Automation (A3)
Hiroshi Fujiwara, executive director of the Japan Robot Association (left), and Robert Little, co-founder of ATI Industrial Automation, are winners of the 2026 Joseph F. Engelberger Robotics Awards.
The Association for Advancing Automation gives the honor to recognize leadership and real-world applications.
April 29, 2026
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Chairman Eric Simmons shares challenges and opportunities for the industry and the Blow Molding Division.
April 28, 2026
Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS)
Perc Pineda, chief economist of the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS).
Manufacturers can deduct the full cost of machinery and molds immediately, providing a strong incentive to buy, according to PLASTICS' chief economist.
April 21, 2026

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