While work on the first issue of 2025 is well underway, we paused to see which Plastics Business articles from 2024 caught the eyes of our readers. The following stories were the top reads from 2024 for visitors to the website. What’s in a Machine Rate? When developing and evaluating machine rates for injection molders, there is hardly a one-size-fits-all option. Instead, … [Read more...] about Top 5 Plastics Business Articles of 2024
2024 Issue 2
Top 5 Ways to Turn Failure into Advantage
By Liz Stevens, writer, Plastics Business “The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing,” said Henry Ford. Trying, failing and succeeding are part of the business environment. No one succeeds without trying, and no one ever tries without failing at least occasionally. Here are tips for finding value in the inevitable failures experienced by those trying to … [Read more...] about Top 5 Ways to Turn Failure into Advantage
NPE2024 Showcases the Latest in Plastics Industry Technology
By Lindsey Munson, editor, Plastics Business NPE2024: The Plastics Show has left its mark on the plastics industry – processors and suppliers are buzzing with eagerness and excitement to build on the momentum from the educational learnings, networking and connections with industry experts and capitalize on the latest technology advancements and innovations. The week of May … [Read more...] about NPE2024 Showcases the Latest in Plastics Industry Technology
Reducing Waste and Maximizing Efficiency in Manufacturing
By Steve Bieszczat, chief marketing officer, DELMIAWorks When processors and manufacturers think about conserving valuable resources, they are not only considering energy; they’re also looking at raw materials, time and people. The following are three real-world examples of how companies are using their manufacturing enterprise resource (ERP) systems to reduce waste while … [Read more...] about Reducing Waste and Maximizing Efficiency in Manufacturing
Looking for Cost Savings? Start with Energy
By Sinead Ross, director of marketing, Titan Energy In the United States, industrial buildings contribute to one-third of total energy consumption, yet a majority lack an implemented energy management strategy. The primary source of energy consumption in industrial buildings is production-related, with costs determined by regional and local utility companies passing on … [Read more...] about Looking for Cost Savings? Start with Energy