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4 News News from the global injection moulding industry, including: KraussMaffei to convert Netstal to independent unit; Faurecia plans to acquire Hella; Pacific Plastics doubles capacity in US
13 New high temperature thermoplastics Automotive and electronic mouldings are becoming thinner and smaller, placing extra demands on thermoplastics in high-temperature applications. Peter Mapleston explores the latest materials
25 Precision and progress in medical Demand for medical innovation has never been higher and injection moulding can deliver the high-quality, mass- produced devices and components that the industry requires. By Mark Holmes
39 New expo puts focus on polymer testing The first Polymer Testing World Expo takes place in Essen this month. We take a look here at some of the highlights at the free-to-attend conference and exhibition
43 Automation in movement of materials Injection moulders are demanding more from their materials handling equipment to meet productivity, quality and digital goals. Mark Holmes reports
56 Diary
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