by Liz Stevens, contributing writer, Plastics Business Editor’s Note: This article was drafted based on a panel discussion at the MAPP Benchmarking & Best Practices Conference, which was held virtually in October 2020. The strategies detailed here are only a small portion of the content shared. For more information, visit www.mappinc.com. Plastics processors are seeing … [Read more...] about Negotiating Customer Supply Agreements
2021 Issue 1
The View from 30 Feet: Bamar Plastics Saves Time, Bolsters ROI with STEPsaver Mobile Cart
by Lara Copeland, contributing writer, Plastics Business Last spring when much of the world shut down, people stayed home, often rediscovering long-lost hobbies, streaming binge-worthy shows or taking time to try to relax while chaos ensued outside… But not Heather Meixel, CEO and president of Bamar Plastics, South Bend, Indiana, custom injection molder for the medical and … [Read more...] about The View from 30 Feet: Bamar Plastics Saves Time, Bolsters ROI with STEPsaver Mobile Cart
Automation Increases Safety on the Plant Floor
by Dianna Brodine, managing editor, Plastics Business Automation is hailed as the answer for those looking to add operational efficiencies to their manufacturing floor, but adding robots has implications for safety, too. While line-side robotics have received significant attention for the ability to automate repetitive tasks in production, safety benefits in the warehouse and … [Read more...] about Automation Increases Safety on the Plant Floor
The Trials of 2020 Position 2021 for Growth
by Hallie Forcinio, contributing writer, Plastics Business It’s a new year, but many of the uncertainties of 2020 have followed us into 2021. As we move into February, the COVID-19 pandemic still affects every facet of life. The new administration in Washington has pledged a multi-front effort to contain the pandemic, grow the economy, reduce racial inequalities and address … [Read more...] about The Trials of 2020 Position 2021 for Growth
Association News: 2021 Issue 1
MAPP Announces 2021 Plant Tours and Events MAPP is excited to announce several key events for 2021. New this year will be a Virtual Plant Tour series. MAPP Virtual Plant Tours MAPP has long believed that to see another manufacturing facility is to improve your own. Without the ability to gather in person, MAPP is bringing its members a long-sought-after benefit: virtual … [Read more...] about Association News: 2021 Issue 1