News – 01-JUN-00 (June 01, 2000)
Canadian Plastics
18213133COVER STORY: HIGH-TECH LEADERCPIA's Industry Leader Serge Gagn has built his company with a combination of risk taking, a view to the long term and a commitment to R&D and technology. His ene...
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COVER STORY: HIGH-TECH LEADER
CPIA’s Industry Leader Serge Gagn has built his company with a combination of risk taking, a view to the long term and a commitment to R&D and technology. His energy and vision are also evident in his work with the CPIA at the national and regional levels.
WESTERN REPORT
The editor hits the road again and finds more than a few surprises at companies in British Columbia and Alberta. From better bags to molded metal, innovation together with a flexible, service-driven management style characterizes the business strategy of both large and small companies.
COLORANTS: MORE CONCENTRATED, MORE EFFICIENT
Concentrates with lower letdown ratios can save you money, but you have to know when and how to run them. Find out.
MOLDMAKING REPORT
Weber opens a new facility for nickel shell molds; Mark Benoit gives tips on how to design flush holes in EDM electrodes.
DEPARTMENTS
Editor’s view7
Technology Trends8
Larger roto-molded tanks possible with new welding process
News
Barrie’s Injectech is re-focused 9
and growing
A PEI company has found a 10
better way to make aprons
IPL acquires custom molder12
Mold Masters opens 13
Technology Center
Web Watch16
Cindy Macdonald scrutinizes on-line sourcing
Moldmaking Connections34
Reader Service Card36
Technology Showcase38
Virtual Product Showcase40
Classified Ads42
View from the floor44
Why resin needs to be handled with care
Design Ideas46