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Article: Downstream suppliers keep costs in line.(Special Report)
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- Plastics News
- Article date:
- May 15, 2006
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Byline: Mike Verespej
With increases in resin prices, additives costs and foreign competition, many of the new machines on display at NPE 2006 will focus on increased efficiency, lower operating and maintenance costs, improved accuracy and reduced waste and changeover times. There's also a slew of pad-printing machines aimed at achieving more reliable and faster print capabilities.
Here's a listing of companies showing downstream auxiliary equipment and products at NPE, with an emphasis on decorating and materials-handling equipment.
Abbeon Cal Inc. (Booth E11305): Exclusive U.S. supplier for Forsthoff hot-air welding tools. Also sells other ...