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SUMMARY:MAPP Event: New Tools and Tactics for Your Automation Journey
DESCRIPTION:March 5\, 2025 1:00 PM (EST) \nJoin us for an exclusive webinar as MAPP unveils a groundbreaking initiative designed to revolutionize automation adoption and implementation in the plastics industry. This must-attend event will showcase an innovative website portal that empowers industry leaders and automation professionals with unparalleled resources\, including: \n\nEmergency Outreach: Access a robust network for real-time support in critical moments.\nDiscussion Forum: Discuss best practices with your fellow members through MAPP’s online community\nSkill Set Inventory: Connect with 500+ member companies to find experts who’ve tackled similar challenges.\nExclusive Video Library: Explore real-world automation solutions that inspire innovation and drive results.\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain a competitive edge\, network with industry peers\, and lead your company into the next era of automation excellence. Reserve your spot now!
URL:https://plasticsbusinessmag.com/event/mapp-event-new-tools-and-tactics-for-your-automation-journey/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Moldex3D Webinar: Effective Simulation Strategies to Minimize Warpage
DESCRIPTION:2:00 PM EDT | Wednesday\, March 5\, 2025\nIn the world of manufacturing\, part warpage is a common challenge that can lead to costly defects and production delays. As industries strive for efficiency and quality\, leveraging simulation tools becomes crucial in understanding and mitigating warpage issues before they arise. In this session\, we will explore various simulation techniques that can predict and analyze warpage during the production process. We’ll discuss real-world case studies\, showcasing how these strategies have successfully reduced warpage and improved overall product performance.\nWhat will attendees learn? \n\nWhat is the definition of Warpage and how can it be visualized in simulation?\nKey result items to look for when trying to diagnose warpage issues.\nHow to separate material shrinkage from differential shrinkage?\n\nSpeaker Introduction\nKen Cheng is the Customer Manager at Moldex3D\, with nearly 17 years of experience in the manufacturing industry and software solutions. A graduate with a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Texas at Arlington\, KC is known for his expertise in handling complex molding simulations and client support. His dedication\, knowledge\, and client-centric approach have set a new standard in the industry\, making him a valued mentor and professional in his field. \nFor more information and to register\, visit www.moldex3d.com/events.
URL:https://plasticsbusinessmag.com/event/moldex3d-webinar-effective-simulation-strategies-to-minimize-warpage/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Moldex3D Molding Innovation Day 2025 – University of Massachusetts Lowell
DESCRIPTION:March 13\, 2025 8:30 AM–5:00 PM EDT \n\n\nMoldex3D and the University of Massachusetts Lowell are excited to co-host the Molding Innovation Day on March 13th\, 2025. This seminar will be dedicated to exploring the cutting-edge advancements in simulation solutions\, specifically tailored to tackle prevalent challenges in injection molding. To enrich the experience\, a half-day hands-on workshop will be conducted\, providing participants with valuable insights and guidance led by Moldex3D experts. \nAdmission to this event comes at no cost\, making it accessible to all interested individuals. Furthermore\, attendees who are not currently using Moldex3D software will receive a complimentary 1-month trial license as an added bonus. \n\n\nFor more information and to register:\nhttps://www.moldex3d.com/events/conference/molding-innovation-day-2025-university-of-massachusetts-lowell/
URL:https://plasticsbusinessmag.com/event/moldex3d-molding-innovation-day-2025-university-of-massachusetts-lowell/
LOCATION:University of Massachusetts Lowell\, Lowell\, MA\, USA\, 1 University Ave\, Lowell\, MA\, 01854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:RJG’s Fundamentals of Systematic Injection Molding
DESCRIPTION:March 18\, 2025 8:00 AM–March 21\, 2025 4:00 PM\nCourse length: 4 days \n\n\nDesigned for both technical and non-technical personnel who are associated with production of thermoplastic injection molded components\, this course introduces the foundational elements of systematic molding: part design\, mold design\, material\, machine\, and processing with Decoupled Molding methodologies. Participants are guided through a series of cause and effect studies to help them understand how manipulating primary machine input settings affects the four plastic variables and ultimately affects part quality and process repeatability. Empowered with this understanding\, participants will begin troubleshooting common part defects. \nCourse Objectives \n\nConsider part design best practices as they relate to greater processing capability and minimizing non-conformities\nReview the functions of the primary components of different types of molding machines and molds\nExamine how to achieve appropriate melt consistency and temperature\nStudy the relationship between pressure and speed and how plastic flow rates affect material flow-ability\nAnalyze the effects of hold pressure on part weight and cushion\nAssociate hold time to part weight/dimensional stability\nTheoretically calculate and practically determine appropriate clamp force\nDetermine appropriate cooling time to achieve part stability at ejection\nObserve the effects of additives (color changes) on the properties of the molded part\nRelate the 4 plastic variables to part defects to outline potential corrective actions\n\nDelivery Format Options\nThis course is available publicly\, in-plant\, or online. \n\n\nFor more information and to register:\nhttps://rjginc.com/training/registration/fundamentals-of-systematic-injection-molding/
URL:https://plasticsbusinessmag.com/event/rjgs-fundamentals-of-systematic-injection-molding/
LOCATION:Kannapolis\, North Carolina
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:iD Zoom Chat: Spring Cleaning your Tool Room with Ethan Ravotti
DESCRIPTION:Ethan Ravotti\nJoin iD Additives on 3/19 @ 11AM CST for a Zoom Chat to talk all things cleaning for your Tool Room. Ethan is going to give tips and tricks on how to get your Tool Room clean\, organized\, and more productive! \nWhen: March 19th @ 11am CST\nWhere: Office\, home\, anywhere! This event is via Zoom \nClick below to RSVP and iD Additives will email you a link to join on Zoom! \n 
URL:https://plasticsbusinessmag.com/event/id-zoom-chat-spring-cleaning-your-tool-room-with-ethan-ravotti/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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SUMMARY:DELMIAWorks Webinar: Mastering Plastics Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 19th\, 11:00 AM ET\n\n\nAs an engineer in the plastics manufacturing industry\, you know running your business with software not designed specifically to address the unique needs of plastics processing can be a very frustrating experience. There is a better way. \nJoin us on Wednesday\, March 19th at 11:00 AM ET to learn how the most successful molders\, extruders\, compounders\, thermoformers\, and other plastics processors are overcoming the challenges of plastics manufacturing\, including: \n\nManaging family tools\, tracking parison/flash and regrind\, recipes/blends\, and cavitation\nInventory management\, including shelf-life\, FIFO/LIFO\, and raw materials\nKnowing exactly what is running\, where it is running\, and for precisely how long\nScheduling tool and die-based\, multi-level BOMs to reflect critical interdependencies\n\nLearn how plastics manufacturers are leveraging DELMIAWorks to streamline operations\, control costs\, boost profitability\, and stay competitive in a challenging market.
URL:https://plasticsbusinessmag.com/event/delmiaworks-webinar-mastering-plastics-manufacturing/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Beaumont Moldflow Webinar Series: Hot Gate Insulation
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 20th – Jerry Rooney\nHot Gate Insulation – Is the Default Assumption Safe? \nBeaumont is holding this FREE webinar series showcasing tips\, tricks\, and some of the latest features Moldflow has to offer. Come listen in\, ask questions and share with your co-workers!  There are three remaining webinars each covering different Moldflow topics all starting at noon EST. \nHot Gate Insulation – Is the Default Assumption Safe?\nBy default\, Moldflow assumes good insulation between Hot Gate elements and Part elements. Consequently\, the mold temperature near the gate is quite uniform\, and shows little evidence of the heat load from the nearby hot gate. The goal was to determine if manipulating the insulation properties of the hot gate produces notably different results in terms of packing and warpage. The results show increases in local shrinkage near the gates and slight changes to warpage magnitudes. Warpage trends remained the same in all scenarios. Additional simulations should be performed to determine the trends on a variety of materials and part designs. Lastly\, future work should involve taking actual temperature measurements from a production tool and comparing to simulation outputs.
URL:https://plasticsbusinessmag.com/event/beaumont-moldflow-webinar-series-hot-gate-insulation/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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SUMMARY:2025 Plastics Recycling Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Plastics Recycling Conference is set for March 24–26\, 2025\, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center. The host hotel address is 1500 Gaylord Trail\, Grapevine\, TX 76051. \nWHAT WILL THE SESSIONS DISCUSS THIS YEAR?\nReview all of the details of our three-day schedule on the Session Lineup (coming soon). \nWHICH COMPANIES ARE EXHIBITING THIS YEAR?\nCheck out all of the details on this year’s growing list of Sponsors and Exhibitors. \nWHO ATTENDS THE CONFERENCE?\nThe Plastics Recycling Conference annually brings together top executives and decision-makers from plastics processors\, converters\, global brands\, resin manufacturers\, government agencies\, trade groups and other key sector categories. Find out more on our Event Overview page. \nI HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT REGISTERING\, SPONSORING OR SOMETHING ELSE.\nWe’re happy to help! Head over to our Contact Us page and choose your preferred method of reaching out to our team.
URL:https://plasticsbusinessmag.com/event/2025-plastics-recycling-conference/
LOCATION:Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center\, 1500 Gaylord Trail\, Grapevine\, TX\, 76051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:ProMolder 2: The next step after ProMolder 1
DESCRIPTION:ProMolder 2 is primarily an in-person seminar with our expert instructors\, but we occasionally offer this popular training course virtually so your team can learn from anywhere with a high-speed internet connection. After completing ProMolder 1 and earning a Paulson Training Certificate\, team members are ready for ProMolder 2\, a 5-day intensive seminar.   \nLearn about critical injection molding topics such as:   \n\nPlastic properties and behaviors that impact part quality \nScience behind successful molding \nAnalysis of part defects\, causes\, and solutions \nPractice with our injection molding simulator  \nNew math for molders \nMore topics included\n\nUpcoming dates:  \nMarch 31-April 4 | Charlotte\, NC\nMay 19-23 | Elk Grove Village\, IL  \nBook via the TPC Training website
URL:https://plasticsbusinessmag.com/event/promolder-2-the-next-step-after-promolder-1-2/
LOCATION:Charlotte\, North Carolina
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Paulson A Certus Company":MAILTO:sales@tpctraining.com
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