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Sharp decrease in North American machinery shipments in Q1 2024, report says

Shipments of injection molding and extrusion machinery dropped nearly 25 per cent in Q1 2024, according to the Plastics Industry Association.


DuPont to split into three companies

Also, Chief Financial Officer Lori Koch will replace Ed Breen as CEO effective June 1.


Quebec’s Exxel Polymers receives funding for growth

The governments of Canada and Quebec are providing a total of $2,895,150 to the recycled material seller.


Pro‑Pals gets funding to reintegrate post‑consumer plastics

The Laval, Que.-based company is getting financial assistance from CED to increase production capacity and environmental performance.


ABC Technologies appoints new COO

Industry veteran Mike Bisson has been named to the role, succeeding Mike Fritts.


Stäubli names new North American robotics director

Industry veteran Christopher Clark has been appointed to the role.


Labbat Breweries eliminates plastic rings at Turning Point Brewery

The beverage maker is investing $9 million at the Delta, B.C. plant to fund the addition of new machinery to eliminate plastic rings.


 
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A very dry forecast

Dryers were a big part of technology introductions for some companies at NPE2024, with new models offering a range of features, from faster cycles to lower dewpoint values to artificial intelligence. » Read More...

What Honda’s big electric vehicle announcement in Ontario really means

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CTMA 26th Annual Shotgun Golf Tournament    -    June 4, 2024

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Rigid Packaging Forum    -    June 25, 2024

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