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Become a plastics pro: Six injection moulding arenas you need to master
US-based injection moulding solutions provider RJG, Inc. Describes the six steps injection moulding specialists can take to become a 'plastics pro'. Read more
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Q&A: Pentagon Plastics on the secret to success in UK moulding
As part of our recent focus on contract and trade moulders, and mould-makers, Interplas Insights caught up with Gabby Day, communications manager at Pentagon Plastics Ltd., to find out more about the secret to the firm’s success in UK moulding. Read more
12 Oct 2022
Key considerations when specifying an optically clear compound
Kevin Brownsill, Learning and Development Manager at adhesives, dispensing equipment, and curing specialist Intertronics, explores the considerations when specifying an optically clear compound. Read more
4 Oct 2022
Case study: how to achieve ultra-high accuracy from mould flow simulation
While flow simulation data can reduce the time until a tool is ready to produce samples, the stakeholders involved need to work centrally in unison, instead of sequentially. Read more
30 Sep 2022
Interplas, Investment, Innovation, Interaction, Insights
Interplas continues growth trajectory with new features for 75th Anniversary edition. Read our exclusive interview with Duncan Wood, CEO, Rapid News Group, about the show's past, present and future. Read more
21 Sep 2022
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Comment: Why PPT legislation has long-term implications for the plastics industry
Paul Empson, General Manager, Bakers Basco – a bakery equipment company managing the use of standard plastic baskets for the delivery of bread – takes a look at some of the lesser-known elements of the Plastic Packaging Tax. Read more
12 Aug 2022
The good, the bad… and the K Show
Plastics Team Head of Content Dave Gray introduces the September edition of British Plastics & Rubber. Read more
3 Aug 2022
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Thin-wall tubing: composites are worth considering
Patrick Loock, segment business owner for products and applications at composite tubes manufacturer Exel Composites, explains why manufacturers should reconsider using composites thanks to advances in customised hybrid composites. Read more
Reader challenge: 6mm flexible tubing with tight tolerance (non-medical)
Recently a reader contacted us with a challenge for an electrical application. Check out the brief below, and if you can help, reach out to David Gray (david.gray@rapidnews.com) to be connected with the reader. Read more
28 Apr 2022
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Geopolitical tensions and further outbreaks of Coronavirus result in pricing turbulence for the entire polymer supply chain
As global uncertainty around the invasion of Ukraine and the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect polymer resign pricing, Mike Boswell gives his analysis. Read more
22 Apr 2022
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Become a plastics pro: Six injection moulding arenas you need to master
US-based injection moulding solutions provider RJG, Inc. Describes the six steps injection moulding specialists can take to become a 'plastics pro'. Read more
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Engage with thousands of plastics professionals every month
Unleash the power of Interplas Insights' audience and engage your business message with them through featuring your business here. If you're reading this then you know it works. Read more
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In this Webinar You will be able to discover how to achieve energy savings by lowering chiller usage with adiabatic and direct free air coolers during low ambient conditions. Register today. Read more