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Cork, a material that comes from the outer bark of the cork oak tree, has a lot going for it. The 100 percent natural material, which consists of more than 50 percent air, is renewable, recyclable, … [Read More...]
Many modern devices are getting smaller or require miniature components, so the demand for plastic micro molding continues to grow. The miniaturization of automotive, medical, electronics, and … [Read More...]
By Jim J. Spiegel The true payoff of digitization is in the future of the chemicals industry. What will be possible if data is digital and functionally connected? We will lean on market research … [Read More...]
For a 36-year-industry, 3D printing sure acts like the new kid on the block. Despite the first beta machines being commercialized in 1987, the technology continues to grow strongly as innovators and … [Read More...]