World's first tube cutting machine with solid-state laser

The fast and flexible TruLaser Tube 5000 fiber exploits the strengths of solid-state laser technology  

New FARO FocusM 70 laser scanner

The laser scanner sets a new entry price/performance standard for professional users in construction and public safety.

Automated handling solutions and storage systems

Interview with Jorge Cuoto, Managing Director at Efacec Singapore Pte Ltd, on the company’s material handling solutions and services    

PE foams market to reach $6.85B by 2021

Rising residential and construction activities to spur growth of polyethylene foams market.   

Strongest, lightest graphene

Porous, 3-D forms of graphene developed at MIT can be 10 times as strong as steel but much lighter.  

IDC MarketScape recognizes Siemens as MES software leader

Siemens positioned as worldwide MES leader in two 2016 IDC Marketscape assessments

BASF and Nuritas™ to develop next-generation peptides

BASF partners with start-up Nuritas in developing bioactive peptide ingredients using artificial intelligence and DNA analysis

Polystar demonstrates 2 recycling machines in India

In this year’s Plastivision India, Polystar will have live demonstration of two recycling lines at the same time.  

Passive infrared wall switch sensors

Featuring Manual-ON control, passive infrared wall switch sensor WS-301, saves maximum energy by up to 60%. 

MarSolutions RPM gage provides dynamic measurement

A customized RPM gage for the dynamic measurement of cylindrical parts.

Compact digital temp gauge for industrial applications

This microprocessor-based gauge is packaged in a compact 52mm O.D. round housing with an IP65 rated face ideal for use in harsh industrial environments. 

STEER strengthens design and engineering capabilities

STEER now has 30+ design professionals to drive innovations and technology for plastics compounding.