State of the Plastics Industry 2024: Processors Again Report Slower Than Desired Q4, Cautious...
By Andrew Carlsgaard, analytics director, MAPP
The fourth quarter of any year is a critical time for businesses. It’s a time when companies can either...
Association: 2024 Issue 1
MAPP Announces 2024 Events
MAPP is excited to announce several key events for 2024 that will offer members continuing educational experiences and networking opportunities.
Human...
Does It Matter or Not – It’s Your Call!
“It’s coming!” I yelled at my teammates as I entered the office. “The polar vortex is coming, and I am so excited because the...
Improved Methods, Better Parts
By Liz Stevens, writer, Plastics Business
Texas Injection Molding, Houston, Texas, provides custom plastic injection molding for OEM manufacturing and consumer goods. Operating 30 injection...
Addressing Common Quality Issues
By Liz Stevens, writer, Plastics Business
With thousands of manufacturers in the US, there are bound to be common quality issues faced by plant managers....
Why Leaders Struggle to Build a Culture of Accountability and How They...
By Tramico Herman, MBA, BSN, RN
A company’s success is attributable to many factors, but for businesses built to thrive over the long term, accountability...
Mixed Reviews for 2024’s Economy
By Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence
There always is something happening in the economy guaranteed to make a fool of economists. After all,...
Partnership with ITR Economics Enhances Member Benefits
By Lindsey Munson, editor, Plastics Business
On the rise and expected to grow over the next decade, the plastics industry is evolving and transforming by...
Viking Plastics Builds Successful Employee Referral Program
By Lindsey Munson, editor, Plastics Business
Business gurus often talk about the view from 30,000 feet – the big picture that provides a look at...
NPE2024 Delivers the Latest Technology
After a six-year hiatus, one of the plastics industry’s largest tradeshows is preparing for a big return. NPE: The Plastics Show will take place...