by Dianna Brodine, Plastics Business When it came time to list my goals for 2015, there were all sorts of ways for me to write them. For one, in particular, I could have gone hog-wild: Find new sources of editorial content. Explore and enlist additional resources for articles. Reach out to industry experts on critical topics. I'm a writer and editor – I could say … [Read more...] about My Business Resolution for 2015: Stop Playing Favorites
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Manufacturers Association of Plastics Processors Congratulations to 15-Year MAPP Members! Congratulations to the following members for their 15-year tenure as MAPP members. The MAPP leadership team and Board of Directors appreciate you! Southern Indiana Plastics, Inc. Conair HB Molding, Inc. Innovative Plastics, Inc. KEY Manufacturing Parish … [Read more...] about Association News
Beaumont Technologies Battles Patent Infringement
Beaumont Technologies Battles Patent Infringement by Jen Clark Plastics Business Related Story The View from 30 Feet: Patent Infringement Beaumont Technologies, Inc., Erie, PA, has filed a patent infringement claim against a Chinese company for lifting intellectual property from various known and unknown sources. John Beaumont, president and CEO, said … [Read more...] about Beaumont Technologies Battles Patent Infringement
Employee-Focused, Employee-Owned at Hansen Plastics
by Dianna Brodine, Plastics Business Many companies tout their employees as their greatest asset. Few walk the talk. Hansen Plastics Corporation's laser focus on its employee-owners has resulted in consistent forward motion, including more than $20 million in sales growth over the past six years and a planned move to a new facility in 2015. Existing for the … [Read more...] about Employee-Focused, Employee-Owned at Hansen Plastics
Planning for a Healthy Workforce
by Jen Clark, Plastics Business Implementing a "culture of health" in the workplace can seem like a daunting task, especially as management works to make ends meet in a challenging economy. But, the benefits of a successful program can include higher productivity and morale, lower health care costs and improved health outcomes. According to the Centers for Disease Control … [Read more...] about Planning for a Healthy Workforce