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5 News KraussMaffei to build new German extrusion plant, Polykemi invests for EV compounds, BASF to cut 6,000 jobs, Foster Corporation adds capacity, German machinery production to fall in 2019
15 The battle to beat bacteria Cover Story: Trends in markets from consumer goods to healthcare indicate good potential for antimicrobial additives but misperceptions need to be addressed.
27 Cleaning up in melt filtration Increasing demand for melt filters capable of processing highly contaminated recycled polymers is advancing screenchanger developments.
39 A smarter approach to colour The latest colour measurement systems are designed to better integrate into today’s smart manufacturing systems, offering scope to ease operation and cut waste.
48 A quick look at colour Colour is complex. This backgrounder provides some insight into how the human eye perceives colour and how instrumented measurement can be applied.
51 Optimising feeding and dosing Manufacturers of feeding and dosing equipment are focusing their development efforts on improved precision and enhanced connectivity.
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