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We’re excited to announce our participation in TaipeiPLAS 2026! Join us from September 15-19 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, where TSM will be showcasing our cutting-edge solutions for smarter and more efficient plastics production. Stop by Booth M0915 to learn how TSM technologies can enhance your manufacturing processes in areas such as: • Gravimetric blending and dosing • Blown film control • Material handling • Extrusion and supervisory control • Turnkey system solutions Our expert team will be on hand throughout the event to discuss your production needs and demonstrate how improved accuracy, visibility, and control can elevate your operational performance. 📅 Dates: September 15–19, 2026 📍 Location: Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center 📌 Booth: M0915 Don’t miss out! Book a meeting with our team before the show! https://lnkd.in/di-fr7Uu We look forward to connecting with you in Taipei! #TaipeiPLAS2026 #PlasticsProduction #Innovation #Manufacturing

♻️ In compounding and recycling, consistent output starts with better control over variable materials. In our latest TSM Knowledge Hub newsletter, we explore how smarter blending, efficient material handling, and connected production insights are helping processors: ✅ Manage complex recipes ✅ Integrate more recycled content ✅ Improve process consistency ✅ Reduce waste and material costs Discover our latest blogs on blending technology and recycled plastics investment, explore real-world customer success stories, and learn more about TSM’s full range of compounding and recycling solutions. #Compounding #PlasticsRecycling #RecycledPlastics #GravimetricBlending #MaterialHandling #ProcessControl #PlasticsManufacturing #KnowledgeHub

Recycled materials, regrind, additives, fillers, and multi-component recipes can introduce variations into the production process. Without clear oversight, these variations may result in inconsistent output, increased waste, and slower decision-making on the production floor. TSM’s Supervisory Systems empower manufacturers with real-time monitoring and control over extrusion production processes. This innovative solution allows teams to track performance, material usage, trends, alarms, recipes, and production history from a centralized interface. For compounders and recyclers, this translates to: https://lnkd.in/eeDR-g7Z ✔ Greater visibility 🌟 ✔ Better control 🔧 ✔ Real-time monitoring ⏱️ ✔ Improved traceability and reporting 📊 ✔ Faster response to process variation ⚡ ✔ Reduced waste ♻️ Discover more about TSM’s Supervisory Systems: #Compounding #Recycling

As recycled plastics play an increasingly significant role in modern manufacturing, investing in the right technology has never been more crucial. This blog delves into how regulations, sustainability targets, and industry demand are driving the transition toward recycled materials in the plastics sector. It's important to note that recycled material streams can vary in density, flow behavior, moisture, and consistency. Therefore, precise material handling, blending, drying, and process control are essential for reliable production. The blog also showcases Cherry Pipes’ partnership with TSM, which has led to a 20% improvement in recycling efficiency and a 15% reduction in energy consumption through advanced material processing technology. As we maintain our focus on Compounding & Recycling, one message is clear: increasing recycled content isn't solely about using more recycled materials, it's about having robust control systems in place to process them consistently, efficiently, and at scale. Read the blog here: https://lnkd.in/e2bjV3in #Compounding #Recycling #CircularEconomy #MaterialHandling #GravimetricBlending #PlasticsIndustry 🌍🔄

Across our Application Focus series, one solution consistently stands out: Conveying Systems. From injection molding to extrusion, and now compounding and recycling, reliable material movement is crucial for maintaining production efficiency, consistency, and control. In compounding and recycling applications, the importance of effective material handling increases, especially when dealing with recycled flakes, regrind, powders, additives, fillers, and virgin materials—all of which can exhibit different behaviors during transfer. TSM’s Conveying Systems empower manufacturers to move materials seamlessly throughout the entire process—from storage and preparation to blending, feeding, and extrusion. This leads to: ✔ Reliable material flow ✔ Reduced manual handling ✔ Enhanced production efficiency ✔ Improved control over recycled and regrind materials ✔ Support for multi-material processes ✔ More consistent line performance Discover more about TSM's Conveying Systems here: https://lnkd.in/eJCHz5bc #ConveyingSystems #ManufacturingEfficiency #RecyclingSolutions #MaterialHandling

As we continue our focus on Compounding & Recycling, we’re revisiting one of our earlier blogs on the role of pre-feeding solutions in recycling applications. 🌍♻️ Recycled materials can be challenging to process consistently, especially when dealing with flakes, regrind, lightweight materials, or mixed feedstocks with varying properties. This blog delves into how effective pre-feeding prepares and controls materials before they reach the next stage of production. This approach supports smoother material flow, accurate blend ratios, reduced waste, and more stable processing. For compounders and recyclers, the message remains as relevant today as ever: improved material control at the start of the process leads to enhanced consistency, efficiency, and output quality across the entire line. Read the blog here: https://lnkd.in/er_mgjnE #Compounding #Recycling #MaterialHandling #GravimetricBlending #PlasticsIndustry

Recycled plastics can play a crucial role in reducing waste, but ensuring their quality and safety requires meticulous control. This UN News article emphasizes the importance of managing contamination risks when utilizing recycled plastics, especially in sensitive applications like food packaging. For compounders and recyclers, it serves as a reminder that effective recycling relies on consistent material handling, precise processing, and robust quality control. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/gTpsKDPG #Compounding #Recycling #RecycledPlastics #CircularEconomy #PlasticsIndustry 🌍♻️

Making the most of the sunshine at TSM HQ! ☀️🍦 Yesterday, our team took a well-deserved break to enjoy the beautiful weather (a rare treat in an Irish July) and indulge in some ice cream during lunch. It’s these simple moments that make our busy workweek even more enjoyable!

Recycled materials, regrind, bioplastics, and additives can be significantly impacted by moisture, contamination, and inconsistent material conditions. If these challenges aren't addressed early on, they can result in processing instability, inferior finished part quality, increased scrap rates, and the need for rework. At TSM, our Material Pre-treatment and Drying solutions are designed to help processors better prepare materials before production starts. From hot air dryers to desiccant drying systems, our innovative solutions enhance material quality, boost throughput, minimize downtime, and reduce scrap and rework costs. This empowers manufacturers to: ✔ Improve material preparation ✔ Reduce moisture-related quality issues ✔ Support more stable processing ✔ Enhance finished product quality ✔ Decrease scrap and rework ✔ Increase efficiency across the line Discover more about our drying solutions here: https://lnkd.in/eVWhG-nC #Compounding #Recycling #MaterialHandling #MaterialDrying #PlasticRecycling #PlasticsIndustry #Manufacturing

Discover the power of TSM Control Systems' patented mixing technology in action! Check out this video featuring our Milk Bottle Flake mixing process. 🥛✨ Our innovative gravimetric blenders are engineered to enhance your mixing operations, ensuring optimal efficiency and superior quality. Elevate your production capabilities with our cutting-edge mixing solutions! 🔗 Learn more about TSM Control Systems and our solutions: https://lnkd.in/eBxE66iT #Innovation #MixingTechnology #Efficiency #Quality