Design

In a world of excessive branding, a new packaging trend is emerging that’s as much about what’s missing as what remains: Naked packaging design.

Free flow or jetting is a defect associated with poor gate design. It should be checked for as part of any new mold design process.

The diesel effect can occur in molds with insufficient venting, leading to burned parts in injection molding. However, several solutions can help prevent this defect.

The cellulose bioplastics market is rapidly expanding, driven by investments from companies like Amazon and leading research laboratories in biodegradable materials.

For 3D Printing, platforms like the Protiq Marketplace enable seamless transitions from CAD design to production, offering access to a broad range of additive manufacturing technologies.

The past year marked significant growth for Bcomp, a leader in flax-based bio-composites, with achievements in funding, innovation, and partnerships.

Matmerize revolutionizes polymer R&D with PolymRize, an AI-driven software enabling faster, sustainable material innovation and optimization.

Sustainable alternatives to natural rubber can solve environmental and supply chain challenges.

When extreme conditions demand superior performance, PEEK is the material of choice. It offers resistance, durability, and versatility across diverse industries.

Metal 3D printing is transforming the plastics industry by enabling the production of complex mold inserts, reducing lead times, and enhancing design flexibility.