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K-Rain cuts sprinkler molding cycle time by 20% using Xact Metal 3D-printed Corrax inserts and conformal cooling for better quality.

Smart factories use data analytics, automation, and modular design to enhance efficiency, adaptability, and sustainability in plastics manufacturing.

Surface gloss in injection molding depends on flow, temperature, and pressure balance—key factors for flawless, high-value plastic parts.

Learn to read material datasheets—MFI, rheology, HDT, modulus, shrinkage and CTE—to cut injection molding cycle time and avoid warpage and rework.

Researchers are pushing the boundaries of vehicle mass reduction by testing polymer metal hybrid (PMH) suspension components.

Blind box toys and collectibles have surged globally, bringing a new niche to the plastic industry.

Plastics Engineering honors Glenn Beall’s remarkable journey, highlighting his deep impact on design, education, and industry collaboration.

Global talent highly supports the growth of the plastics industry. While manufacturers can quickly install machinery and secure raw materials, the real challenge lies in building a dependable workforce.

Generic life cycle data hides the actual energy impact of injection molding and limits the ability to identify real opportunities for efficiency.

Researchers seek to better understand warpage in injection molding using Multi-Fidelity Neural Networks (MFNN).