by Joseph Gross and Alan Rothenbuecher, Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP Although no one wants to trade off safety for productivity, plastics manufacturers cannot help but consider the implications. Although exceptions certainly exist, procedures focused on safety generally cause productivity concerns, at least in the short term. For instance, lockout/tagout … [Read more...] about Finding an Alternative to Lockout/Tagout Procedures
08/2018
Henkel Opens European Hub for 3D Printing Technology
Henkel Opens European Hub for 3D Printing Technology Plastics Business SUBMITTEDFrom left, attendees at the opening ceremony in Dublin included Michael Lohan, Industrial Development Authority (IDA Ireland); Matthew Holloway, Henkel; Deidre Ledwith, Henkel; Michael Todd, Henkel; Damien English, Irish Minister of State for Housing and Urban Renewal; Philipp … [Read more...] about Henkel Opens European Hub for 3D Printing Technology
M. Holland Completes Move to Form New Gold Standard Distribution Center
M. Holland Completes Move to Form New Gold Standard Distribution Center Plastics Business Northbrook, Illinois-based M. Holland Company, a leading distributor of thermoplastic resins, announced July 26 it has completed its warehousing operations move from Northlake to a new facility in Coal City, Illinois, through its partnership with G&D … [Read more...] about M. Holland Completes Move to Form New Gold Standard Distribution Center
OESA and HRI Release Q2 2018 Automotive Tooling Barometer Results
OESA and HRI Release Q2 2018 Automotive Tooling Barometer Results Plastics Business The Original Equipment Suppliers Association (OESA) and Harbour Results, Inc., (HRI), headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, recently released the results of the Q2 2018 Automotive Tooling Barometer. The study shows that the tooling industry experienced a slower than … [Read more...] about OESA and HRI Release Q2 2018 Automotive Tooling Barometer Results
Par 4 Plastics Launches Brand Identity
Par 4 Plastics Launches Brand Identity Plastics Business SUBMITTEDPar 4 PlasticsÂ’ new logo is composed of four individual pieces that come together to form one entity, a nod to the Par 4 name and the teamwork put forth by all employees. Par 4 Plastics, a best-in-class plastic injection molder in Marion, Kentucky, announced in late July the launch of a … [Read more...] about Par 4 Plastics Launches Brand Identity