Sales of rodent-control products soared in the past year, as empty restaurant dumpsters forced rats to look for new sources of food. Automating the injection molding process helped one maker of rat traps keep pace with consumer demand.
The partnership offers processors greater flexibility and the opportunity to use more sustainable materials. Virtual demos are scheduled in May and June.
The new EcoAir 325 tool and die rust preventative is easy to atomize over a large surface area, such as the interior of a plastic injection mold or die.
Laser-based welding has several important advantages for plastics compared with conventional contact methods in numerous applications, including medical devices and automotive parts.
In this week’s roundup: A new external latch lock from DME enhances reliability in mold plate sequencing, UV stabilizer extends the weathering performance of PVC compounds, and more.
The company shares information on new products and upgrades across its portfolio of injection molding machines, automation systems, and auxiliary equipment.
Featured this week: A mold base with hot runner system that can be customized with just a few clicks on a configurator, next-gen visual-defect analysis technology, and more.
In the news this week: How injection molder Rosti cut CO2 emissions by as much as 40%, strategies for managing supply chains in turbulent times, and the development of metal- and halogen-free heat stabilizers for polyamides.
