By Todd Waddle, director, sustainability, M. Holland Consumer preference increasingly favors sustainable products and is driving worldwide regulatory action. In 2022, McKinsey analyzed sustainable regulatory development across 30 countries. It found that an overwhelming majority – 29 of those 30 – have started to “discuss and implement” sustainable packaging regulations. … [Read more...] about Recycled Resins Fill Sustainability Gaps in Plastics Processing
2023 Issue 1
Crisis Communications: Adjusting the Marketing Message
By Teresa Schell, president and owner, Vive The role of a marketer typically focuses on all the positive elements of a company’s brand; new investments in equipment, expansions, added capabilities, etc. However, unlucky situations can strike an organization without warning, leading to the necessity for public communication. In the fog of sadness or frustration, it’s critical … [Read more...] about Crisis Communications: Adjusting the Marketing Message
The 8 Most Common Efficiency GAPS in Plastics Operations
By Rick Dunne, director of sales, CyFrame Plastics processors are living in a digital world; and technology is profoundly changing the way everyone lives, interacts, communicates, works and does business. While all industries have benefitted, perhaps none are impacted quite like manufacturing. Findings here show that integrating processes, advancing efficiency and accelerating … [Read more...] about The 8 Most Common Efficiency GAPS in Plastics Operations
Champion Plastics Innovates with Plasma Treating Automation
By Lindsey Munson, editor, Plastics Business Located in Auburn Hills, Michigan, Champion Plastics has served as a custom injection molder for the automotive, motorcycle and industrial/commercial markets for more than 40 years. Founded by three-time Olympic speedskater and 1964 gold medal winner Terry McDermott, the company has continued its winning ways under the leadership of … [Read more...] about Champion Plastics Innovates with Plasma Treating Automation
Design Concerns for Durable Products: IML/IMD/IME
By Paul O’Hearn, engineering manager, Profile Plastics Adding decoration to injection-molded parts not only increases the attractiveness of plastic products, but also functionality and value. The inherent durable nature of appliques or ink transfer process, coupled with the ever-expanding decorative options and addition of functional electrical circuits, provides original … [Read more...] about Design Concerns for Durable Products: IML/IMD/IME