Features
Software (November 01, 2010)
by Canadian PlasticsThe new Freedom eWARE software suite from e-tekx, a division of MAG IAS, is the first all-encompassing manufacturing data reporting platform to provide performance, utilization and availability feedback from any industrial asset on the…
Materials (November 01, 2010)
by Canadian PlasticsTwo new low-smoke, zero halogen, flame retardant TPEs from Polymax Elastomer Technology are designed as an environmentally friendly and safe alternative to PVC or halogenated flame retardant TPE for wire and cable jacketing…
Hot Runners (November 01, 2010)
by Canadian PlasticsSynventive Molding Solutions has redesigned its QCVG16 quick-couple actuator for simpler installation and maintenance, and also made it available for use with the company’s entire global product line of valve gate hot runner systems.This new…
Blow Molding (November 01, 2010)
by Canadian PlasticsW. Amsler Equipment Inc. has expanded its custom line of filling equipment for a broad range of liquid filling applications including beverage, edible oil, household cleaners and pharmaceuticals.The company’s rotary monoblock filling lines…
Auxiliary Equipment (November 01, 2010)
by Canadian PlasticsThe new Versatron case packer with “soft catch” technology from Standard-Knapp is designed for high-speed packing of fragile containers, in particular challenging packaging applications with reduced and/or lightweight materials.Unlike many…
The Color of Control
by Mark Stephen, EditorEfficient plastics processing is all about control. Part parameters, temperature set points, cycle times — they should all combine to make the perfect finished part, every time. The obverse is that if something — anything — is off, the part…
Micro Moving
by Mark Stephen, EditorIt’s been said that, with the rise of modern telecommunications, we’re living in an ever-smaller world. True or not, it’s undeniable that plastic parts are getting smaller, as their use in the medical and electronic industries continues to…
Canadian Extruders: Lean, Mean and Ready to Invest
by Mark Stephen, EditorWith the worst of the worst recession in living memory hopefully behind us, it’s as good a time as any to cast a backwards glance to assess the toll taken on Canada’s pipe and profile extruders. How d…
After the storm, confusion
by Mark Stephen, editor“It’s a strange time for plastics processors,” remarked James Virosco, one of the speakers at the 15th Canadian Plastics Resin Outlook Conference in October. “Two years ago, you had the materials and not the orders; now, you have the orders and…
Don’t lose track of your company’s cash flow
by EdmCash flow management is at the heart of every business, and that’s doubly true in the rough and tumble world of manufacturing. The observation that cash is king in business is hardly new. Indeed, you …
People (November 01, 2010)
by Canadian Plastics— Husky Injection Molding Systems has made leadership changes within its sales organization in the Americas. Mike Urquhart, vice president, Latin American sales, has replaced Carmen Lowe as vice president, North American sales. Lowe is…
News Briefs (November 01, 2010)
by Canadian PlasticsQuebec injection molder and extruder IPL Inc. is being purchased by private equity firm Novacap and Quebec provincial venture capital firm Fonds de solidarite FTQ for $94.2 million.The offer “will permit shareholders to realize promptly a…
CPIA forum links industry with academia
by Canadian PlasticsOn Tuesday October 5, the Canadian Plastics Industry Association (CPIA) hosted its first Plastics Innovation Forum in Toronto. Approximately 210 people attended the event, including sales, manufacturi…
Industry gathers for Quebec City trade events (November 01, 2010)
by Canadian PlasticsQuebec City was centre stage for the only Canadian plastics industry trade show in 2010. More than 400 business leaders, decision-makers and delegates from across Canada attended the PCMExpo, Forum Ca…
Composite resins might take wind turbine towers to new heights
by Canadian PlasticsWhen it comes to generating wind power, it’s simple: taller towers are key to harvesting more energy.
“Keep buggering on”
by Canadian PlasticsCorrect me if I’m wrong, but wasn’t 2010 supposed to the year of the economic comeback?
Power to the people
by Jim Anderton, Technical EditorHere’s a question: What is “power”?
Lighter in-flight trolleys
by Canadian PlasticsSeems like everyone and everything is trying to loose weight these days — even airline trolleys.LSG Sky Chefs, the world’s largest provider of in-flight services, recently partnered with cabin product designer Norduyn to create a new line of…
Smooth riding baby buggy
by Canadian PlasticsA smooth, luxurious ride isn’t just for those of us old enough to drive anymore.The new BABYZEN stroller, manufactured by French company Advanced Baby Concepts (ABC) and Scalea Innovation, has been designed to handle a lifetime of uneven…
Shock-absorbing aircraft hubcaps
by Canadian PlasticsIf you’re wondering where the wheel is in this application, it’s the thing going behind a very important hubcap that’s been designed to help absorb the extreme stresses regularly placed on aircraft landing gear.When aerospace systems supplier…