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SUMMARY:Chase the Knowledge Webinar: Polymer Fabrication 101 (Part Four of the Chase Plastics 101 five-part series)
DESCRIPTION:Wed\, Aug 27\, 2025 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM MST / 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CST / 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT\n\n\n\nThis webinar provides an overview of key polymer fabrication methods\, including extrusion\, blow molding\, thermoforming\, and injection molding. You’ll learn how each process works\, along with a general understanding of how raw materials are converted into finished plastic products. This is Part 4 of the “Chase Plastics 101” series. Those who attend LIVE will receive a Certificate of Completion and a recording of the webinar. Can’t join us live? Register anyway\, and we will send you the on-demand recording to view at your convenience upon the conclusion of the webinar. \n \nFREE Technical Webinar Library\nDiscover our extensive collection of technical webinars\, available for you to watch at your leisure…free of charge!  Simply visit:  https://chaseplastics.com/webinars/
URL:https://plasticsbusinessmag.com/event/chase-the-knowledge-webinar-polymer-fabrication-101-part-four-of-the-chase-plastics-101-five-part-series/
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SUMMARY:Federated Complimentary Webinar: Cybersecurity
DESCRIPTION:Cybersecurity\nThursday\, September 18\, 2025 (1:00 PM Central)\n30 minutes | Complimentary | Advance registration required \nThe webinar covers emerging cybersecurity threats\, such as ransomware attacks and AI-powered phishing. It also highlights trends like double extortion\, Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS)\, and attacks on critical infrastructure. The presentation will feature case studies of major ransomware incidents\, including the CNA Financial and Royal Mail attacks\, and emphasizes the need for strong cybersecurity measures to defend against these threats. \nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN\n➤ The latest tactics cybercriminals use\, including AI-generated phishing emails and deepfake videos.\n➤ Insights into how you could prepare for and respond to ransomware attacks\, such as regular risk assessments and a layered security approach.\n➤ Why employee training and awareness are vital for stopping cyberattacks\, as well as the importance of ongoing monitoring and incident response planning.\n➤ Tips for getting started with cybersecurity\, including how to choose the right provider and tools for your business. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND \n\nBusiness Owners / Operators\nRisk Managers\nOperations Managers\nHR Professionals\n\n 
URL:https://plasticsbusinessmag.com/event/federated-complimentary-webinar-cybersecurity/
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SUMMARY:Chase the Knowledge® Webinar: Common Polymers 101 (Part Five of the Chase Plastics 101 five-part series)
DESCRIPTION:Wed\, Sep 24\, 2025 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for the Common Polymers 101 webinar on September 24th\, where we’ll take a closer look at widely used plastics in manufacturing. This session includes a quick review of material selection and dives into commodity polymers\, ABS\, Nylon 6 & 6/6\, PC\, TPEs\, and specialty polymers—offering practical insight to help you choose the right resin for your end-use applications. This is the final part of the “Chase Plastics 101” series. Those who attend LIVE will receive a Certificate of Completion and a recording of the webinar. Can’t join us live? Register anyway\, and we will send you the on-demand recording to view at your convenience upon the conclusion of the webinar.
URL:https://plasticsbusinessmag.com/event/chase-the-knowledge-webinar-common-polymers-101-part-five-of-the-chase-plastics-101-five-part-series/
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SUMMARY:RJG Training Webinar: Getting the Most out of CoPilot and Hub
DESCRIPTION:Are you taking full advantage of your CoPilot and Hub systems? Join us December 2–4 for a free\, three-day online course designed to help you unlock their full potential. Our experts will guide you through key features\, best practices\, and real-world examples that can help you boost part quality\, improve process control\, and streamline your mold change workflow. \nCourse Length: 3 days — 1 hour per day\nCost: Free \n✅ DAY 1 🔍 Real-Time Monitoring & Alarm Strategies: Improve Quality • Learn how to efficiently view and analyze data using the CoPilot’s Cycle Graph\, Summary Graph\, and Previous Cycle Values. • Master tools for zooming\, adjusting\, and toggling multiple views\, including showing individual curves with click-and-hold functionality. 🚨 Alarms: Set with Precision\, Act with Confidence • Understand how to manually set alarms using high/low limits\, percentages\, and sigma levels. • Discover best practices for alarm settings to ensure stability\, fill volume accuracy\, and consistency. • Walk through real-world examples of both machine and mold alarms for practical context.\n✅DAY 2 🧩 Templates & Balance Viewer: Faster Setups • What is a template and why it matters. • How to retrieve\, create\, select\, archive\, and overwrite templates with ease. • Tips for maintaining good practices in template use to support repeatability and mold setup efficiency. ⚖️ Balance Viewer: Fill and Pressure Insights\n✅DAY 3 🔍Advanced Data Analysis: Detect Problems Early • View real-time and historical data from all connected CoPilot systems. • Analyze Cycle Graphs\, Summary Graphs\, and Previous Cycle Values to evaluate process health. • Identify drift or anomalies before they lead to part defects. • Use zoom\, curve toggling\, and overlay features for in-depth cycle analysis. 📈 Identify Opportunities for Improvement • Compare job performance across tools\, presses\, or shifts. • Spot patterns that correlate with downtime\, rejects\, or excessive alarm triggers. • Use HUB insights to guide continuous improvement efforts\, training\, and process audits.
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