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NatureWorks LLC. NatureWorks is showing at CHINAPLAS forums, including technical insights about the application
a range of successful implementations of its Ingeo-brand of targeted nano enhancements in plastics; the application
polylactic acid bioplastic in compostable coffee pods. The of flame-retardant, antibacterial polypropylene in the
technical achievements in films, rigid capsule bodies, and "smart home"; the present status and future development
nonwovens, used for filtration, have opened new pathways of PPS resin; system solutions to presses with Inverter+
to achieve success in both coffee platforms. It can meet PLC; customized solutions for industrial 3D printing
the temperature requirements for both the drip and (materials, technology and processes); and "8+16"
high-pressure platforms while maintaining compostability. management philosophy etc.
Newly developed Ingeo 3D870 grade for industrial 3D
filament, which rivals ABS heat and impact resistance,
will be on display for the first time at the show.

EREMA Group. The Austrian company is demonstrating its
INTAREMA TVEplus 1108 with Laserfilter, which collects
contaminated plastic wastes for recycling at high
efficiencies and qualities. Some 80% utilization is met in
European markets.
Coperion (Nanjing) Machinery Co., Ltd. The company is
introducing new involute screw elements for its high-end ZSK
extruder series and its new pelletizer "SP treasure", a cost-
efficient strand pelletizer exclusively tailored to the Chinese
market. It ensures higher productivity, filling, dispersibility
and distribution, and lower energy consumption (SEI in kWh/ In addition, the organizer plans three Guided Technology
kg), which can contribute to cost savings. Guangdong Yizumi Tour routes, with the themes of "Intelligent Manufacturing
Precision Machinery Co., Ltd. Yizumi's DP series two-platen Technology", "Advanced Automation Equipment" and "High-
injection molding machines are designed for producing tech and Green Materials". During these tours, experts will
auto parts and household appliances. At CHINAPLAS 2017, offer detailed explanations about the new products and
Yizumi presents an innovative process that enables use technologies on display, to allow visitors to focus on their
of the MuCell foaming process and produces parts with targeted exhibits in a time-efficient manner. The organizer
high-quality finishes that can have glossy, matte, granular, this year is also launching "Expo Discovery", which aims
leather or fabric looks. to help visitors explore the "treasures" on the second and
third floors, with a view to learning about some of the
Autodesk Software (China) Co., Ltd. The latest version more novel technologies on offer.
of Moldflow products has more than 40 enhancements A stellar lineup of speakers at concurrent events
or improvements that help to enhance manufacturing
via simulation by validating and optimizing the design of This year, Industry 4.0 continued to be the prime focus, in
plastics parts before production. Leung pointed out that response to the intense interest in "smart manufacturing".
CHINAPLAS 2017 offers a wide array of solutions that The automotive, electrical and electronics, and packaging
users crave. These leading technologies, including smart sectors have their own, industry-specific seminars at the
factories and solutions for saving energy and boosting "2nd Industry 4.0 Conference". In addition to the sharing
efficiency, are particularly helpful for those enterprises of the "COSMO Platform" by Haier Group, one of the
who aim to gain an upper hand. world's leading appliance brands, Stratasys, a leader in 3D
printing, discussed case studies that can lower packaging
Special tips to explore more
costs by 90% through 3D printing. Other speakers include
In line with the technology-oriented goals of CHINAPLAS, Industry 4.0 pioneers Arburg, KraussMaffei, ENGEL,
the organizer introduced ing a feature this year called Wittmann Battenfeld GmbH and others, who will be
"Tech Talk." Many practical solutions will be shared in open showcasing or introducing their latest, 4.0 technologies.

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