Plastics Technology

Established in 1953, Plastics Technology is a B2B media brand that delivers valuable information to the plastics processing industry. They produce a monthly magazine, digital content, research, and host live events. Through print, online platforms, and in-person gatherings, Plastics Technology’s experienced editorial team and knowledgeable contributors create content focused on best practices, innovative product technologies, market insights, and industry updates. Their aim is to assist processors in optimizing their operations and enhancing business efficiency.

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July 2025: Prices for Volume Resins Flat to Down Heading to Third Quarter

4 days ago | ptonline.com | Lilli Sherman

Projections for prices of all volume resins going into the third quarter were generally flat to down despite being slightly up in a few cases, based on supply/demand fundamentals, lower feedstock costs, and weaker domestic and exports sales. Looming over projections are concerns for the economy’s overall direction; continued lack of clarity on tariffs; and what is forecast to be an active hurricane season. These are the views of purchasing consultants from Resin Technology Inc.
Wittmann To Mold Caps at Drinktec 2025

4 days ago | ptonline.com | Tony Deligio

For the second time following a 2022 debut, the Wittmann Group in September will exhibit at the global beverage and liquid food technology show, Drinktec, Munich, Germany, stepping outside its normal packaging applications with a closure line.
Yizumi Rebrands, Dropping HPM Name

4 days ago | ptonline.com | Tony Deligio

Injection molding and die-casting machine manufacturer Yizumi-HPM, Iberia, Ohio, is rebranding as Yizumi, in a move that aligns “with the company’s global identity and growth strategy,” the company said in a press release. Beyond a name change, this announcement also marks a transition away from legacy HPM-designed equipment and toward a renewed focus on delivering advanced Yizumi technology across the region, the company said.
Netstal To Introduce Next-Generation All-Electric Elion Injection Molding Machines at K 2025

4 days ago | ptonline.com | Tony Deligio

Netstal will debut the latest generation of its Elion MED line of all-electric injection molding machines at K 2025, promising greater energy efficiency and a smaller footprint. Netstal says the toggle lever’s geometry has been optimized for the fastest dry cycling, while a new injection gearbox with a compact metering drive has been added, as well as a two-part control cabinet and a modified protective cover.
Pursuing Paperless: Injection Molders Who Have Embraced Digitization

5 days ago | ptonline.com | Tony Deligio

In Axiom’s paperless facility, workers access Prism data on tablets throughout the plant. Source: Axiom Group Inc. Shelves of three-ring binders are a familiar site at many injection molding facilities. Process documentation, quality records, maintenance files and more, printed for posterity, with data points isolated on a page.
North American Plastics Shipments Drop for Second-Straight Quarter

1 week ago | ptonline.com | Tony Deligio

Total shipment value for plastics equipment in the first quarter was estimated at $252.1 million, representing a 17.5% decrease from the revised fourth-quarter estimate and a 4.6% decline year-over-year. The Plastics Industry Association’s (PLASTICS) Committee on Equipment Statistics (CES) released the data in its most recent report, “Tariff Uncertainty Weighs on Plastics Equipment Shipments in Early 2025”, noting that plastics machinery shipments declined for the second consecutive quarter.
Bench-Top LSR Injection Molding Machine Launches

1 week ago | ptonline.com | Tony Deligio

APSX  LLC, which previously marketed the APSX‑PIM desktop thermoplastic injection molding machine, has debuted the APSX‑LSR — a bench‑top liquid silicone rubber (LSR) injection system. Designed for engineers, med‑tech startups and research labs, APSX says the machine produces production‑quality silicone parts while running off 115V AC and less than 1 kW of power draw and still being able to deliver a 6‑g shot in 63 seconds.
Maag Finalizes Sikora Purchase

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.
Community College Launches Injection Molding Bootcamp

2 weeks ago | ptonline.com | Tony Deligio

Central Community College (CCC), Columbus, Nebraska introduced two two-week classes in “bootcamp style” that helps plastics novices learn basic concepts. The first class required eight students to reach capacity but attracted nine students overall. The classes — Plastic Injection Molding Foundations and Plastic Injection Molding Concepts — utilize CCC’s 4,000-ft2 plastics lab, which features five injection molding machines.
Women in Plastics Event Debuts at K 2025 Oct. 12 in Düsseldorf

3 weeks ago | ptonline.com | Angela Osborne

Stephanie Kalil, EMEA commercial vice president, Dow Plastics & Specialty Packaging, will be the keynote speaker at “Women in Plastics“ at K205. Source | Dow Plastics & Specialty PackagingPlastics Europe Deutschland is organizing a “Women in Plastics” event at K 2025 on Sunday, Oct. 12, at 4 p.m. as part of the special “Plastics Shape the Future” venue in Hall 6, in Düsseldorf, Germany.