June 2023 Blow Molding Blog
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June 15, 2023
Ampacet Releases New Masterbatches with Unique Textures and Finishes
Ampacet Releases New Masterbatches with Unique Textures and Finishes
Global masterbatch leader Ampacet released new range of color masterbatches for blow and injection molded PET and rPET. These new masterbatches give molded products a sophisticated and modern finish. The masterbatches are intended to be used in heavy wall and standard molding applications as well as mono and multilayer extrusion. Their high-impact finish is perfect for a variety of product applications including automotive, personal care, cosmetics, home care, beverages, spirits, and other products. As an added feature custom color matching is available upon request. Additionally the masterbatches are available in three finishes and textures including clara, textura, and prima, each having their own unique combination of texture and finish. Learn more here.
June 30, 2023
New Technologies Rapidly Adopted in the Plastics Molding Sector
New Technologies Rapidly Adopted in the Plastics Molding Sector
New technologies are being adopted in the molding arena as everyone looks to improve efficiency. The latest advancements making their way into the sector include automation, internet of things (IoT), and Artificial intelligence (AI). The adoption of new technologies is so pervasive that a recent poll (By Fictiv) of hundreds of manufacturing firms revealed that 85 percent of them are already using or planning to implement AI. The plastics industry seems to be especially interested in adoption everything from robotics to IoT and AI. One executive mentioned that robotics are already widely used in the plastics sector, mostly for materials handling, assembly, and inspection; tasks that leverage their various advantageous attributes. IoT is also being adopted and integrated with several molding technologies such as injection molding, blow molding, and extrusion equipment. Learn more here.
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