This is the traditional time of year for us to look at the past, present and future . . . by learning from the past, thinking in the present and planning for the future. We call them resolutions, and they are often promises to do something we haven’t done well or at all in the past.
Plastics used in products with a long life expectancy may be prone to slow crack growth. Christian Herrild, Director of Growth Strategy at Teel Plastics (Baraboo, WI), suggests some remedies.
Shipments increased by an estimated 6.9% in 2017, while total employment increased 2.4% in the same period, reports the Plastics Industry Association (Washington, DC).
Mandrels are commonly used in the manufacture of complex catheters, and manufacturers often have a choice between a metal or plastic mandrel. Dan Lazas, Senior Director at Tekni-Plex (Wayne, PA), details the benefits and limitations of each.
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions (Fort Wayne, IN) has finalized the acquisition of Sil-Pro LLC (Delano, MN), a privately owned contract manufacturer of high-tolerance silicone and thermoplastic components.
Extrusion technology company Davis-Standard (Pawcatuck, CT) has teamed up with Conair, Zumbach and Guill Tool and Engineering to demo the production of radiopaque FEP medical tubing.
The 2019 edition of China’s leading plastics show plans to tap into emerging regions as the Chinese plastics industry and end user players expand overseas.
