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How Far Away is Up?

Posted June 07, 2009 7:06 AM

Results from PTOnline's Investments in Plastics Processing Technology survey indicate 43% of those companies surveyed are currently making or considering making capital purchases in the near future. Do you think that's a sign the economy is on the upswing?

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