December 17, 2025Injection Mold Fouling: Formulation and MonitoringFouling comes from additive volatility and interfacial energetics. Early shifts in cavity-pressure and ejector-force trends reveal their growth and prompt planned interventions. Read more
October 31, 2025Custom Blow Molding Machines Redefine Packaging EfficiencyManufacturers are shifting from standard blow molding systems to customized equipment, improving performance, flexibility, and sustainability across the global PET packaging market. Read more
October 6, 2025Reinforcing Microcellular Injection Molding with FibersUnderstanding the complex relationships between fibers, melt flow, and microstructure characteristics can help leverage the benefits of this high-performance material. Read more
April 23, 2025Enhancing Energy Efficiency in Polymer ExtrusionPolymer extrusion wastes a significant amount of energy on inefficiencies. Here is how modern technologies are locking down every lost watt. Read more
March 21, 2025Intro to Plastics: Solving Jetting in Injection MoldingFree flow or jetting is a defect associated with poor gate design. It should be checked for as part of any new mold design process. Read more
December 10, 2024Top 5 Injection Molding Articles of 2024Plastics Engineering has curated the top 5 articles on injection molding for 2024, highlighting groundbreaking advancements and industry trends. Read more
April 1, 2024The Future of Plastics: The Technology – Chapter 2 of 3The future of the plastics industry emerges as a focal point, in a world inundated with crisis reports and the relentless hustle of daily life. It’s crucial to take a step back and examine the industry through different lenses. Read more
October 24, 2023Nordson Filters Helping Blown Film Makers Incorporate More Recycled ContentBlown film manufacturers need to increase their use of recycled resin while maintaining product quality and plant efficiency. Nordson filters are helping. Read more