Jim Callari

2 weeks ago | ptonline.com | Jim Callari

Maag has finalized its purchase of Sikora. In a press release, Maag says the strength and expertise of the two companies will “create additional value for our customers, drive innovation in a targeted manner, and promote the long-term growth of both companies.”Maag announced plans to purchase Sikora earlier this year. Headquartered in Bremen, Germany, Sikora makes measurement and control systems for cable, pipe, tubing and other extrusions.

3 weeks ago | ptonline.com | Jim Callari

The MicroDryer Series (MD) from Dri-Air is a line of sleek, compressed air dryers designed for very low throughputs. The series consists of three models for throughputs from 3 oz.-15 lbs/hr: the MD-1 with a capacity of up to 3 lbs; the MD-2 with a 5-lb hopper capacity; and the MD-3 with capacity of up to 15 lbs. Dryers are equipped with a membrane and compressed air prefilters, which reportedly ensure low dewpoints (-101°F and below).

3 weeks ago | ptonline.com | Jim Callari

Enercon’s second-generation Blown-ion 500 plasma treater uses a MultiPort plasma head design that produces an intense blown ion plasma discharge up to 2 inches wide. The plasma treater cleans, etches and functionalizes surfaces to improve adhesion of adhesives, inks, paints and coatings.

3 weeks ago | ptonline.com | Jim Callari

Ross Mixers’ customized PFA-coated ribbon blender has been engineered to meet the needs of sensitive and challenging applications where stainless steel or carbon steel may not be suitable. This specialized blender has a 5 ft³ working capacity, and the PFA coating is available as an optional feature across various sizes of Ross ribbon blenders and paddle blenders. The interior of the trough, the double-ribbon agitator, bolted stub shafts and valve funnel are all durably coated with black PFA.

3 weeks ago | ptonline.com | Jim Callari

Longtime editor of Plastics Technology Matthew Naitove is among 18 industry giants headed to the Plastics Hall of Fame. Naitove and the 17 others will be enshrined in a ceremony to be held Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, in Düsseldorf, Germany, the day before the opening of the K 2025 Show. Naitove dedicated his entire professional career to reporting on new technology, trends and business opportunities for plastics processors.