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5 Industry news
13 Finding fault: pipe inspection Pipe inspection technologies ensure that leaks and other faults are identified early – while other forms of testing keep a close eye on manufactured pipe quality
21 Innovations in oriented PVC Molecular orientation can boost the properties of PVC in certain pipe applications – and now, there are even moves to apply the technology to chlorinated PVC. Lou Reade reports
29 Advances in materials handling Conveying, blending, mixing and other processes ensure that raw materials such as resins and additives are brought together prior to the extrusion process
37 On the move Taking pipe production out into the fields – using mobile production units – is a huge benefit when the location is very remote
41 Blockchain: redefining industry supply chains Chris Middleton explains how blockchain aims to make sensitive supply chains smarter and more trustworthy
46 Exploring conductive plastics Smart devices and safety-critical electronics are driving interest in compounds with enhanced electrical and thermal conductivity
49 Technology: Materials 50 Technology: Machinery 56 Extruder of the month: Adopen 58 Dates for your diary
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