Hybrid vs. electric IMMs, running them efficiently, new leader at Davis-Standard: Machinery Minutes

Welcome to Machinery Minutes, a quick roundup of three stories from Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing. No. 1 – Injection molding machine manufacturers can help plastics processors reduce their energy use, leading to lower energy bills and improved competitiveness. OEMs offer advice and new machinery technologies to optimize energy consumption. Read more: “IMM makers offer help for cutting energy use.” No. 2 – Extrusion equipment manufacturer Davis-Standard has named Steve Andrews as its new chairman and CEO.  Read more: “Davis-Standard names Steve Andrews as chairman, CEO.” No. 3 -- Hybrid vs. electric injection molding machines -- which is best for your operation? What kind of machine you choose comes down to balancing factors like energy consumption, price, precision and cleanliness, according to OEMs. Learn more: “Hybrid vs. electric injection molding machines: Debate continues.”