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- Mar 1
- 2 min
Supporting Local Manufacturing
We have always been passionate about locally distributed manufacturing. With the current state of shipping it is becoming even more...
- Feb 22
- 1 min
Recycling Explained
Have your little ones ever asked about why we recycle our plastic? Plastic is an amazing material. It is used in all aspects of our daily...
- Feb 15
- 2 min
The Problem with Designing Disposable Products
There was a time when the “durable” in durable goods really meant something. In the 1950s through 1970s, a period of growing prosperity,...
- Feb 1
- 2 min
3D Printing
3D printing is an amazing plastic forming technology with a wide range of applications. Many different types of 3D printers from machines...
- Dec 7, 2021
- 2 min
Time To Up Your Recycling Game
Christmas week is upon us! Many of us are finishing up our last minute obligations in preparation for the festivities ahead of us. We...
- Nov 23, 2021
- 2 min
Small Business Saturday 2021
This Saturday, November 27 is Small Business Saturday. This is a holiday that was generated by American Express in 2010 to encourage...
- Nov 16, 2021
- 2 min
America Recycles
Monday was America Recycles Day, where annually American’s are encouraged to be more mindful about the way they recycle as well as the...
- Jun 29, 2020
- 3 min
Innovation and Omachron
“Innovation is change that unlocks new value.” - Jamie Notter Throughout the pandemic we have seen individuals and companies innovating...
- May 5, 2020
- 2 min
Custom Testing Services Available
Omachron Plastics Inc. offers custom testing services for manufacturing facilities who wish to transform their shops plastic waste...
- Apr 29, 2020
- 2 min
What's So Cool About Manufacturing?
It’s no secret that we are passionate about locally distributed manufacturing, or that we are advocates for sustainable manufacturing, as...
- Apr 17, 2020
- 3 min
Sustainable Toys
The circular economy has always been of great interest to us, and we contribute by producing products out of 100% post-consumer recycled...
- Apr 8, 2020
- 3 min
Plastics Industry and COVID-19
Worldwide, every industry seems impacted by the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. We are seeing businesses small and large come to a halt...
- Mar 20, 2020
- 3 min
Mechatronics at Seneca College
There are 24 colleges in Ontario, and many boast impressive programs for individuals in the area of engineering and technology. Of great...
- Mar 9, 2020
- 2 min
National Engineering Month
National Engineering Month is celebrated every March in Canada. May 4, 2020 is dedicated by the United Nations as World Engineering Day.
- Feb 25, 2020
- 2 min
Women & Girls in Science
The United Nations has been a longtime supporter of gender equality and women’s rights, and as such they have named today the...
- Mar 5, 2019
- 2 min
Machine Grade Plastic - What's The Big Deal?!
It's probably a question you've caught yourself asking when you've come across the word. What is machine grade plastic (AKA machinable...
- Aug 17, 2018
- 2 min
Joining and Gluing ABS
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a great choice to make prototypes, crafts, hobby or art pieces, and production parts because it...
- Jul 20, 2018
- 1 min
Your Guide To ABS
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene - commonly known as ABS - is one of the most popular plastics in use today. It is strong, flexible, and...
- Jun 26, 2018
- 1 min
To Paint or not to Paint, That is the Question!
When it comes to painting completed prototype, a gift or a product, we often consider: Matching an actual color; Applying an even coat of...