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5 Letter from the editor 7 News
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19 Pelletiser makers respond to new demands Pelletising machinery makers are working to deliver more flexible production systems backed with higher levels of pre- and post- purchase support. Peter Mapleston finds out how.
29 Looking ahead: PVC Formulation 2018 The 10th anniversary edition of AMI’s European PVC Formulation
conference takes place in Cologne in April. Sean Manson looks at what’s in store for this leading industry event.
33 Taking control of odour Increasingly demanding end user expectations are pushing odour
and emission control up the priority list. Mark Holmes looks at how additive and masterbatch producers are responding.
45 Event preview: Inside the regulatory machine AMI’s second Plastics Regulations conference takes place in Cologne,
Germany on 14 – 15 March 2018, providing an insider view of legislation impacting on the polymer industry.
49 Adding performance to films Additive manufacturers have introduced a number of new products
that can lift performance and productivity in the films sector. Peter Mapleston finds out more.
59 Developments in polymer foams Polymer foaming provides weight saving and performance enhancing
opportunities for polymer processors. Mark Holmes explores the latest additive and polymer developments.
72 Diary
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