Husky
Husky Injection Molding Systems Ltd. is a global supplier of injection molding equipment and services to the plastic industry. With one of the broadest product lines in the industry, customers use Husky's equipment to manufacture a wide range of products in the packaging, technical and automotive industries. The company has more than 40 service and sales offices, supporting customers in over 100 countries. Husky's manufacturing campuses are located in Canada, the United States, and Luxembourg.
www.husky.ca
23 Feb 2005
Husky helps develop world’s first compostable water bottle
BOLTON, Ontario - Husky, the world’s leading supplier of bottle preform production equipment and services, has helped bring the first compostable water bottle made from NatureWorks® PLA corn-based resin to the market.
28 Jan 2005
Husky Injection Molding Systems ltd. announces next President & CEO
Toronto, Ontario – Husky Injection Molding Systems Ltd. (TSX: HKY) today announced that its Board of Directors has selected John Galt to be Robert Schad’s successor as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), a position Mr. Schad has held since founding Husky in 1953. Mr. Galt is currently Vice President, Operations and Chief Operating Officer (COO). The naming of Mr. Galt as successor follows Mr. Schad’s recent announcement of his intention to retire as President and CEO within the year. After succession, Mr. Schad will continue serving the company as a director and advisor on technology development and strategy. It is expected that Mr. Galt’s appointment will be made later this year.
13 Dec 2004
Husky helps Visteon produce award-winning part for new Mustang
DETROIT ?Visteon and Husky have partnered to produce a two-color instrument panel for the 2005 Ford Mustang that won top prize in the Process/Assembly/Enabling Technologies category at the recent SPE Automotive Innovation Awards.
10 Dec 2004
Husky’s Robert Schad announces retirement plans
BOLTON, Ontario – Robert Schad is stepping down as President and CEO of Husky Injection Molding Systems, the global company he founded in a Toronto garage more than 50 years ago.
3 Dec 2004
Husky appoints Jani Laatikainen to Finland Area Manager
Husky Injection Molding Systems (Nordic) A/S has appointed Jani Laatikainen Area Manager for Finland, where he will be responsible for sales and technical support.
25 Oct 2004
Optipack makes bold move into injection molding
DUSSELDORF - Optipack, a German-based manufacturer of dairy containers, has made a rapid and successful entry into injection molded PET preforms, thanks to a turnkey production solution from Husky.
25 Oct 2004
Husky and Hekuma partner to offer compact IML solution
DUSSELDORF - Husky and Hekuma have introduced a new in-mold labeling solution that uses less floorspace and provides superior label placement compared to conventional IML systems. The compact Husky-Hekuma system features a high-speed labeling robot placed within the machine’s gates, which is unique when compared to other systems on the market.
25 Oct 2004
HyFLO helps boost PET melt throughput by 15%
DUSSELDORF - Husky has introduced its new HyFLO plasticizing screw for the HyPET and Index line of preform production systems. The HyFLO screw delivers approximately 15% more melt output, better mixing capabilities and lower acetaldehyde (AA) levels compared to previous-generation screws.
25 Oct 2004
PET market buying into Husky’s new preform platforms
DUSSELDORF - Husky reports strong order numbers for its new line of HyPET and Index preform production systems. Since their official market rollout earlier this year, Husky has sold more than 75 systems.
25 Oct 2004
New UltraFlow tip improves melt homogeneity and part quality
DUSSELDORF - Husky has optimized its UltraFlow melt mixing technology for hot runners, allowing processors to use a wider range of resins, while improving melt homogeneity and color dispersion.
25 Oct 2004
Husky’s SlideChutes offer new approach to lid handling
DUSSELDORF - Husky has launched its new SlideChutes in-mold automation system, providing an innovative solution to problems associated with traditional lid handling methods.
25 Oct 2004
Flow Simulation Center helps predict part performance
DUSSELDORF - Husky has officially launched its Flow Simulation Center to offer plastics processors detailed filling analysis and help reduce unnecessary costs.
