by Laurie Harbour and Scott Walton, Harbour Results, Inc. Plastic processors live in an industry that changes day-by-day or even minute-by-minute, so as December fades into the distance, many companies will look to the past and attempt to project into the future to see what is in store. Has the end of the economic turmoil been seen? Has this been a temporary dip, or is … [Read more...] about Plastics Industries Opportunities for 2012
2012 Winter
Additive Manufacturing Changes the Face of Molding
Plastics Business Additive manufacturing. Fused deposition modeling. Rapid prototyping. 3D printing. Whatever you call the process, additive manufacturing has undergone a perception change. While prototyping remains a key functionality served by additive manufacturing equipment, 3D printing is gaining acceptance as a method of short-run production. Plastics Business … [Read more...] about Additive Manufacturing Changes the Face of Molding
Shifting Philosophies, Increasing Satisfaction at Currier Plastics
by Dianna Brodine, Plastics Business With a work history in the plastics molding industry, Raymond Currier combined technology, experience, dedicated personnel and relationships based on trust to open Currier Plastics in 1982. Service and quality were the hallmarks upon which the company was built, with the goal of increasing satisfaction for both customers and … [Read more...] about Shifting Philosophies, Increasing Satisfaction at Currier Plastics
Legislative Outlook 2012: Even in an Election Year, Plastics’ Progress Will Prevail on Federal Issues
by William R. Carteaux While there are some legislative prognosticators who believe the plastics industry should patiently wait out 2012 due to next November's presidential election, I respectfully disagree. Though our resilient industry fared significantly better than other US manufacturing sectors during the tough economic times of the past few years, we cannot afford to … [Read more...] about Legislative Outlook 2012: Even in an Election Year, Plastics’ Progress Will Prevail on Federal Issues
Metro Plastics’ Incentive Plan for Key Employees
Plastics Business Every business has three to five employees who are critical to its successful operation. Metro Plastics Technologies, Noblesville, IN, has incentivized its key people, providing the employees another reason to remain with the company for the long term, while also communicating the employees' value in a tangible way. "We have the traditional 401k plan," … [Read more...] about Metro Plastics’ Incentive Plan for Key Employees