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Improved flame retardancy through radiation crosslinking
Treatment with high-energy electron beams improves the mechanical, thermal and chemical properties of plastics. Studies show that bio-based plastics such as biopolyamides can also be radiation crosslinked. In a joint project, the Fraunhofer Institutes WKI and IAP, BGS Beta-Gamma-Service and other...
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Flumasys as a supplier of the complete ABB range of drives for the plastics industry
Flumasys was founded in 2015 with the aim of delivering innovative solutions in the field of industrial automation. Our portfolio includes precision process material dispensing systems, industrial filter regeneration technologies and last but not least ABB drives. We are proud to be an authorized...
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Biesterfeld & Celanese: Expansion of the joint portfolio 2025
Biesterfeld Interowa GmbH & Co KG has extended its cooperation with its partner Celanese in 2025 to include a broad product portfolio in the field of engineering...
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Plastic injection moulding solutions: voestalpine injection mould insert
With increasing customer demand for high quality plastic parts, injection moulding plants face many challenges. In addition to the basic technical function of a plastic part, aesthetic considerations play a major role in purchasing decisions today. How can voestalpine's know-how, materials,...
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Chem-Trend: How to achieve the smooth restart of your machine with a proper shutdown
Plastic processing companies often shut down their plants completely over the weekend, during bank holidays or for a season’s break, especially in view of high energy costs. As Chem-Trend explains, the process of restarting machines presents challenges for thermoplastic processors. The problems can...
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PlasticPortal® is changing! Quality you know, possibilities that surprise - coming soon
PlasticPortal® has been a reliable source of information on the latest trends, technologies and events in the plastics industry for more than 15 years. It is currently undergoing a major transformation that will make it even clearer, more intuitive and more...
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Order injection mould diagnostics from Mepac SK s.r.o.
- 08.01.2025
- Machinery & Equipment
- Injection molding
Your injection moulds are the heart of your production. Their proper functionality and longevity are key to maintaining high product quality and the efficiency of your production processes. Right now is the perfect time for a comprehensive diagnosis of your moulds. Have them checked by MEPAC...
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Testpolymer expands accreditation and opens a new laboratory
- 06.01.2025
- Services
- Testing of plastics
Testpolymer EU s.r.o. has reached a significant milestone in the field of material testing. In October of this year, the company completed the relocation of its laboratory to new, modern facilities in the town of Střemeníčko. This move represents a major enhancement in the capacity and quality of...
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Stepanek3D: Using generative design for conventional technologies
- 03.01.2025
- Machinery & Equipment
- 3D technology
- CNC technologie
- Injection simulation
- Software for industry
Generative design in Fusion 360 brings effective solutions for CNC machining, casting and sheet metal parts. It makes it possible to optimize the geometry of parts with regard to material, production and space limitations, thereby saving costs, time and supporting innovation in...
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From Košice to Bratislava: 5 years of Panattoni success in Slovakia
- 01.01.2025
- Services
- Circular economy
- Waste Management
Panattoni, a developer of industrial parks and a leader in sustainable development, celebrated 5 years of its presence on the Slovak market. During this period Panattoni has established itself as one of the key players in the field of industrial development in Slovakia and has made a significant...
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European automotive industry at a crossroads: time to act, avoid fines and reduce regulation
The opening day of the 7th edition of the largest Central European event CEE Automotive Supply Chain was marked by lectures and panel discussions of experts from Slovakia, the Czech Republic and Europe. They unanimously agreed that the way out of the current crisis in the European automotive...
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Ing. Lubomír Zeman: Melt flow index and its use in thermoplastic injection moulding technology - theory and practice part 5
- 27.12.2024
- Plastics Processing
- Hot runners
- Injection molding
Ing. Lubomír Zeman, a recognized expert in the field of plastic injection moulding and author of many technical publications, presents the issue of melt flow index and its use in thermoplastic injection moulding technology. This issue is divided into five...
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Ing. Lubomír Zeman: Melt flow index and its use in thermoplastic injection moulding technology - theory and practice part 4
- 20.12.2024
- Plastics Processing
- Hot runners
- Injection molding
Ing. Lubomír Zeman, a recognized expert in the field of plastic injection moulding and author of many technical publications, presents the issue of melt flow index and its use in thermoplastic injection moulding technology. This issue is divided into five articles, so do not miss the fifth and also...
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TotalEnergies Equivis HE: The new generation of hydraulic oils for maximum performance, energy savings and reliability
Hydraulic systems are a key component of many industrial and mobile plants. Their efficient and energy-saving operation depends on the quality of the hydraulic oil that provides power transmission, lubrication and component protection. Equivis HE, a TotalEnergies product, represents the leading...
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The Future of Plastics Distribution - Resinex Digital Platform
Simple and quick access to all relevant information and important documents whenever the customer needs them. Customers currently download more than 6,000 documents per month for materials and running orders, proving that this type of support meets their...
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LIFOCOLOR, a leading manufacturer of plastic colorants: Thank you for your support in 2024
- 16.12.2024
- Suppliers of raw materials
- Additives for plastics
- Color masterbatch
- Compounds
- Lasers
- MSV Brno
LIFOCOLOR, a company specializing in the production of custom-made colorants for plastics, considers 2024 to be an exceptionally successful year. We would like to take this opportunity to thank, above all, our customers for their trust, our business partners for their cooperation, and last but not...
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Ing. Lubomír Zeman: Melt flow index and its use in thermoplastic injection moulding technology - theory and practice part 3
- 13.12.2024
- Plastics Processing
- Hot runners
- Injection molding
Ing. Lubomír Zeman, a recognized expert in the field of plastic injection moulding and author of many technical publications, presents the issue of melt flow index and its use in thermoplastic injection moulding technology. This issue is divided into five articles, so do not miss the fourth part,...
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Configurator of customized vibrating bins and feeders by Vibrofeed - MTR s.r.o.
Vibrofeed - MTR s.r.o. is engaged in the design and manufacture of quality vibratory feeding and sorting systems used for process automation in various...
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RESINEX: Clear and rigid PP homopolymer as a suitable replacement for GPPS and PET
The innovative Braskem PP Inspire 252 has been developed for the injection moulding of transparent thin-walled packaging containers and consumer products. Inspire 252 provides high flowability, excellent optics, excellent organoleptic properties (low odour) and a very high level of...
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Stepanek3D: Additional processing of 3D printing products
With the help of surface treatments, dyeing, chemical smoothing, galvanic plating or mechanical processing, it is possible to remove imperfections, improve the accuracy and durability of parts. These methods make it possible to create professional and durable products that meet even the most...
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Safe shutdown before the winter break with Chem-Trend
- 09.12.2024
- Suppliers of raw materials
- Mold cleaning
- Cleaning of machines
- Purge Compound
- Service of machines
- Maintenance of injection molds
Taking a break in TP manufacturing processes – maybe for some time during winter – goes along with a scheduled machine shutdown. However, as Chem-Trend warns, stopping machines without adequate preparation runs some...
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Ing. Lubomír Zeman: Melt flow index and its use in thermoplastic injection moulding technology - theory and practice part 2
- 06.12.2024
- Plastics Processing
- Hot runners
- Injection molding
Ing. Lubomír Zeman, a recognized expert in the field of plastic injection moulding and author of many technical publications, presents the issue of melt flow index and its use in thermoplastic injection moulding technology. This issue is divided into five articles, so do not miss the third part,...
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New generation of High Productivity Plus products from BASF
- 04.12.2024
- Plastics Processing
- Commodity plastics
- PA Polyamide
- Technical plastics
- High Performance Polymers
The new generation of products under the acronym HPP, "High Productivity Plus", is revolutionizing the technical plastics industry. BASF's new Ultramid® HPP (PA6GF30, PA6GF35) and Ultradur® HPP (PBT) products are designed to dramatically improve the efficiency and performance of your production...
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Plastic gold: Chemical recycling in practice - new oil from waste
The ERVO® (Ecological Recycling of High Molecular Weight Waste) technology, owned by ERVO INDUSTRY TECHNOLOGY s.r.o., protected by utility model CZ 31 153 U1 and patent 308 283, represents a revolutionary approach to recycling plastics, rubber and municipal waste through continuous...
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Ampacet Introduces UVBLOCK 1496: A Sustainable Alternative to Conventional UV Barrier Masterbatches
Ampacet, a global masterbatch leader, has introduced UVBLOCK 1496, a new UV barrier masterbatch for food and industrial packaging that offers a sustainable alternative to conventional UV solutions based on benzotriazole...
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Ing. Lubomír Zeman: Melt flow index and its use in thermoplastic injection moulding technology - theory and practice part 1
- 29.11.2024
- Plastics Processing
- Hot runners
- Injection molding
Ing. Lubomír Zeman, a recognized expert in the field of plastic injection moulding and author of many technical publications, presents the issue of melt flow index and its use in thermoplastic injection moulding technology. This issue is divided into five articles, so do not miss the second part,...
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FSM Conference 2024: Towards excellence in plastics processing
- 28.11.2024
- Plastics Processing
- Events
- Photo reportage
On November 6-7, 2024, the anniversary conference FSM: Molds, machines, materials was held in Kouty Vysočina, organized by the plastics association Uniplast Brno on the occasion of its 60th anniversary. This year's theme of the FSM conference was the idea of "Towards Perfection in Plastic...
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What Are the Proven Applications for Post-Consumer Recycled Plastics?
- 27.11.2024
- Suppliers of raw materials
- Commodity plastics
- Recycling technologies
- Recycled plastics
- Technical plastics
Are you exploring high-quality, reliable post-consumer recycled plastics (PCR) for your products? If you’re facing increasing demand for PCR materials or seeking sustainable, high-performance solutions, we have exactly what you...
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Saves energy, boosts performance and efficiency: BASF's extremely durable PPA for next-generation IGBT semiconductors
- 26.11.2024
- Plastics Processing
- Automotive
- Commodity plastics
- PA Polyamide
- Technical plastics
- High Performance Polymers
Customized Ultramid® Advanced N3U41 G6 enhances the durability, long-term performance and reliability of IGBT semiconductors. Semikron Danfoss uses BASF's PPA to encapsulate its Semitrans 10 IGBT semiconductors for inverters in photovoltaic and wind energy...
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