Sponsored By

There's a lot to see and do at NPE, the largest plastics trade show in the Americas — we've got your back with the latest NPE news. And while you're at the show, stop by PlasticsToday booth W2643 for fun, prizes, networking, and . . . popcorn!

Featured on NPE News

Jordan Robertson of StackTeck holds ultrathin PET cups
Packaging
PET ‘Power Couple’ Pushes Recycling to the MaxIs this ultrathin-wall PET cup paired with a PET label introduced at NPE2024 the most sustainably optimized plastic food cup yet?

A new twist in packaging pairs a source-reduced, thin-wall cup with a PET film applied via in-mold labeling. The result is complete and seamless recyclability.

byRick Lingle
May 7, 2024
|
3 Min Read
part of the circularity demo system
Medical
How to Transform a Medical Vial Into a Bottle OpenerHow to Transform a Medical Vial Into a Bottle Opener
byNorbert Sparrow
May 6, 2024
1 Min Read
Cavalier technician wearing VR goggles
Injection Molding
The Coolest Thing We Saw at NPE on Day One: A Fantastic VR VoyageThe Coolest Thing We Saw at NPE on Day One: A Fantastic VR Voyage
byNorbert Sparrow
May 6, 2024
1 Min Read
The Ocean Cleanup’s Interceptor
Sustainability
Take an Environmental Journey at NPE’s Sustainability HubTake an Environmental Journey at NPE’s Sustainability Hub
byGeoff Giordano
May 6, 2024
2 Min Read
theater curtain
Auxiliaries
Auxiliary Equipment Suppliers Take a Bow at NPEAuxiliary Equipment Suppliers Take a Bow at NPE
byNorbert Sparrow
May 3, 2024
8 Slides
Eastman's molecular recycling facility
Sustainability
PLASTICS Honors Sustainability Champions at NPEPLASTICS Honors Sustainability Champions at NPE
byGeoff Giordano
May 2, 2024
3 Min Read

More from NPE News

thermoplastic window plugs
Automotive & Mobility
Sky’s the Limit for KraussMaffei’s FiberForm Technology
Sky’s the Limit for KraussMaffei’s FiberForm Technology
Apr 30, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
Milacron M-Series injection molding machine
Injection Molding
North American Debut for Milacron’s M-Series Injection Molding Machines
North American Debut for Milacron’s M-Series Injection Molding Machines
Apr 28, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
Mobile Manipulator
Automation
Automation for Plastics Processors Is on the Move at Muller Technology
Automation for Plastics Processors Is on the Move at Muller Technology
Apr 26, 2024
|
1 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
FC1000 IM2 thermoforming machine
Packaging
Thermoformer Claims Highest Throughput per Square Foot
Thermoformer Claims Highest Throughput per Square Foot
Apr 22, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
extrusion blow molding (EBM) shuttle
Packaging
R&B Plastics Highlights Electric Extrusion Blow Molding Shuttle at NPE
R&B Plastics Highlights Electric Extrusion Blow Molding Shuttle at NPE
Apr 22, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
ultrasonic welder
Auxiliaries
Next-gen Ultrasonic Welders Have Plastics Fixation
Next-gen Ultrasonic Welders Have Plastics Fixation
Apr 17, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
pro Edge VG nozzle
Injection Molding
New Injection Molding Nozzles Improve Gate Quality, Facilitate Maintenance
New Injection Molding Nozzles Improve Gate Quality, Facilitate Maintenance
Apr 16, 2024
|
1 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
ZE 900 injection molding machine
Injection Molding
Absolute Haitian Demos Medical Molding on Gen 5 Machines
Absolute Haitian Demos Medical Molding on Gen 5 Machines
Apr 16, 2024
|
1 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
plastic tubing
Automotive & Mobility
NYCOA to Launch Plasticizer-free Long-chain Polyamide Portfolio
NYCOA to Launch Plasticizer-Free Long-Chain Polyamide Portfolio
Apr 15, 2024
|
3 Min Read
byStephen Moore
Centerwave 6000 tube and pipe measurement system
Extrusion: Pipe & Profile
Sikora Presents Array of Advanced Plastic Tube and Pipe Measurement Systems
Sikora Presents Array of Advanced Plastic Tube and Pipe Measurement Systems
Apr 12, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
Wintriss ShopFloorTracker
Injection Molding
New Production Tracker Streamlines Data Collection
New Production Tracker Streamlines Data Collection
Apr 12, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
polyetherketone from Polyplastics
Automotive & Mobility
NPE Visitors Get Sneak Peek at PEK
NPE Visitors Get Sneak Peek at PEK
Apr 10, 2024
|
3 Min Read
byStephen Moore
Michael Cicco, CEO of Fanuc America
Automation
Second NPE2024 Keynote Speaker Announced
Second NPE2024 Keynote Speaker Announced
Apr 8, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
young woman seated in ball chair with rotary dial telephone
Injection Molding
NPE's Origin Story: Promoting and Defending Plastics
NPE's Origin Story: Promoting and Defending Plastics
Apr 5, 2024
|
6 Min Read
byClare Goldsberry
molded plastic container
Injection Molding
System Efficiently, Cost-effectively Molds Complex Plastic Assemblies
System Efficiently, Cost-effectively Molds Complex Plastic Assemblies
Apr 5, 2024
|
1 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
Brandon Birchmeier in front of white board
Injection Molding
Birchmeier Brings Injection Molding Whiteboard Session to NPE
Birchmeier Brings Injection Molding Whiteboard Session to NPE
Apr 3, 2024
|
3 Min Read
byNorbert Sparrow
Thermoforming
All Servo-driven Thermoforming System Appearing at NPE2024
All Servo-driven Thermoforming System Appearing at NPE2024
Apr 2, 2024
|
1 Min Read
byStaff
David Preusse and Sonny Morneault
Injection Molding
Preusse Steps Down as President of Wittmann USA
Preusse Steps Down as President of Wittmann USA
Apr 1, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byEdited by Norbert Sparrow
recycled-content TPEs used in automotive applications
Automotive & Mobility
Sustainability a Core Value at Kraiburg TPE
Sustainability a Core Value at Kraiburg TPE
Mar 31, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
Raptor 22 pelletizing system
Plastics Processing
Expensive Engineering Resins Won’t Go to Waste With Pelletizing System
Expensive Engineering Resins Won’t Go to Waste With Pelletizing System
Mar 27, 2024
|
1 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
Tomra Innosort Flake system for PET recycling
Mechanical Recycling
Tomra Leverages AI to Optimize PET Recycling
Tomra Leverages AI to Optimize PET Recycling
Mar 26, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byRick Lingle
Netstal CAP line 4500
Injection Molding
World First: Manufacturer Runs 128-Cavity Mold in 1.9-second Cycle Time
World First: Manufacturer Runs 128-Cavity Mold in 1.9-second Cycle Time
Mar 22, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
Tad McGwire
Business
Plastics Industry Association Names Recipient of Leadership Award
Plastics Industry Association Names Recipient of Leadership Award
Mar 21, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byEdited by Norbert Sparrow
Arburg Allrounder 520 A injection molding machine
Medical
Arburg Demos Medical In-mold Labeling Application at NPE
Arburg Demos Medical In-mold Labeling Application at NPE
Mar 20, 2024
|
3 Min Read
byNorbert Sparrow
NPE SPE Mold Technologies Awards
Packaging
SPE Mold Technologies Div. Awards Slated for NPE
SPE Mold Technologies Div. Awards Slated for NPE
Mar 20, 2024
|
1 Min Read
byStaff
AI-driven conveying technology
Auxiliaries
AI-powered Conveying Technology Helps Plastics Processors Bridge Labor Gap
AI-powered Conveying Technology Helps Plastics Processors Bridge Labor Gap
Mar 19, 2024
|
1 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
Addex blown film auto-profile for rotating dies
Extrusion: Film & Sheet
Addex to Unveil Auto-Profile for Rotating Dies at NPE2024
Addex to Unveil Auto-Profile for Rotating Dies at NPE2024
Mar 12, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byStaff
woman executive looking out picture window
Workforce & Training
Woman Engineer Explains Why She’s ‘Sorry, Not Sorry’ for Her Ambition
Woman Engineer Explains Why She’s ‘Sorry, Not Sorry’ for Her Ambition
Mar 12, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
flames
Automotive & Mobility
Clay and Silicate Flame-retardant Synergists Promoted as PTFE Alternatives
Clay and Silicate Flame-retardant Synergists Promoted as PTFE Alternatives
Mar 12, 2024
|
3 Min Read
byStephen Moore
S5-25 Speed robot
Automation
The Robots Are Coming, The Robots Are Coming
The Robots Are Coming, The Robots Are Coming
Mar 8, 2024
|
2 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano

Editor's Choice

Jordan Robertson of StackTeck holds ultrathin PET cups
Packaging
PET ‘Power Couple’ Pushes Recycling to the Max
Is this ultrathin-wall PET cup paired with a PET label introduced at NPE2024 the most sustainably optimized plastic food cup yet?

May 7, 2024

part of the circularity demo system
Medical
How to Transform a Medical Vial Into a Bottle Opener
How to Transform a Medical Vial Into a Bottle Opener

May 6, 2024

Sponsored Content
Guide: Optimizing Medical Injection Molding for Syringe Components and Beyond
Guide: Optimizing Medical Injection Molding for Syringe Components and Beyond

May 6, 2024

Recent Headlines
Sign up for the PlasticsToday NewsFeed newsletter.