From its Baltimore base, Novatec, Inc. manufactures resin-drying and plastics-conveying equipment and integrated material-handling systems for plastics processors. The American-owned, American-made company has more than 75 years in the industry and operates a Drying Technology Center where customer resin samples can be tested against competing dryer technologies. Its partnership with Maguire Products extends its offering into a broader range of plastics auxiliary equipment, while AI-enabled moisture management and conveying technologies add a newer layer to its established equipment expertise.
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Conair GroupFounded in 1956 by John Reib to automate material handling, Conair Group makes auxiliary equipment and turnkey systems that keep plastics-processing plants supplied, controlled and running. The Franklin, Pennsylvania-based company now employs more than 500 people and supports processors with application-guaranteed equipment, system engineering, installation and 24/7 technical service. Conair became part of Piovan Group in 2022, while continuing to manufacture much of its equipment in the United States.CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA
Spray Drying Systems, IncFrom its Eldersburg, Maryland base, Spray Drying Systems, Inc. designs and supplies new spray dryers and complete spray-drying systems for manufacturing plants. The private, family-owned company is led by owner and president Jeff Bayliss, who brings more than 25 years of spray-dryer design and operating experience and remains involved in day-to-day decisions. SDS engineers and manufactures its equipment in the United States, serving applications from ceramics and catalysts to industrial chemicals while offering both small-scale units for pilot work and custom systems across a wide range of sizes.ELDERSBURG, MD
Md Plastics IncFrom its Columbiana, Ohio facility, Md Plastics Inc. designs and manufactures plasticating components and patented technologies for injection molding, extrusion, blow molding, and 3D printing. The company has partnered with plastic processors for more than 45 years, with owner Mike Durina bringing decades of specialized engineering experience to custom solutions. Md Plastics holds nine awarded patents and is ISO 9001:2015 certified and Made in USA.COLUMBIANA, OH
Granutec, LLCBorn on a kitchen table in Central Massachusetts, Granutec has manufactured American-made granulators and plastic grinders for the plastics industry since 1980. Founded by Merritt “Pete” Tetreault, the company builds machines around individual material applications, testing and inspecting each system before shipment and supporting customers with engineering advice, repairs, and parts.ROCKVILLE, MD