Editor's Note: PLASTICS and NPE Show Management have announced the cancellation of the in-person components of NPE2021, scheduled for May 17-21, 2021, in Orlando, Florida. by Dianna Brodine, managing editor, Plastics Business Once every three years, the plastics industry gathers to attend the largest plastics tradeshow in the Americas. Scheduled for May 17 through 21, the … [Read more...] about NPE2021: Opportunities in Virtual and In-Person Formats
2020 Issue 4
2020 and 2021: No End to Chaos in Sight
by Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence Editor’s Note: Due to press deadlines, Chris Kuehl submitted this article on the morning after the election. Several states had not yet been called for either President Trump or former Vice President Biden. It has been pointed out for years that business hates uncertainty more than anything – even certainty over … [Read more...] about 2020 and 2021: No End to Chaos in Sight
Technology Trends in Auxiliary Equipment
by Liz Stevens, contributing writer, Plastics Business For plastics processors and the companies that provide auxiliary equipment to them, 2020 was the year that was… was a challenge, was an opportunity, was a reminder that we work better together and was definitely not business as usual. This article takes a look at how new technology has helped auxiliary equipment suppliers … [Read more...] about Technology Trends in Auxiliary Equipment
Regrind, Reuse, Recycle: Plastikos Medical Makes Sustainability a Top Priority
by Brittany Willes, contributing writer, Plastics Business Well aware of the growing concerns surrounding plastic recyclability and sustainability, Plastikos, Inc., located in Erie, Pennsylvania, has taken steps to be at the forefront in addressing these issues. The custom injection molder and its sister company Micro Mold believe “success isn’t simply measured in dollars and … [Read more...] about Regrind, Reuse, Recycle: Plastikos Medical Makes Sustainability a Top Priority
Are Women the Answer to Manufacturing’s Talent Crisis?
by Dianna Brodine, managing editor, Plastics Business Solving the talent problem in the US manufacturing industry has been – and will continue to be – a priority for plastics processors. Perhaps traditionally seen as a job for men, women increasingly are stepping up to take roles in manufacturing facilities. Four women at the top of the profession spoke with Plastics Business … [Read more...] about Are Women the Answer to Manufacturing’s Talent Crisis?