By Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, Plastics Decorating The first Plastic Product Decorating Summit, hosted by Plastics Decorating Magazine and the In-Mold Decorating Association (IMDA), took place September 28-29 at the Milwaukee Marriott West, Waukesha, Wisconsin. The Summit drew attendees from a wide range of industry segments; OEMs, brand owners, molders, decorators and … [Read more...] about Plastic Product Decorating Summit Exceeds Expectations
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Tech Watch: Proell’s Norilux® DCAL Screen Printing Lacquer
The Norilux® DCAL screen printing lacquer has been developed for decorating and protecting automotive door sills, design trim elements, loudspeaker grilles and center consoles made of aluminum or stainless steel. Norilux® DCAL is formable on applicable substrates and highly abrasion and chemical resistant, which can be used as a first surface protective lacquer or hard coat. … [Read more...] about Tech Watch: Proell’s Norilux® DCAL Screen Printing Lacquer
IMDA Announces Award Winners in 2023 Competition Recognizing the Best in IML/IMD/IME
The In-Mold Decorating Association (IMDA) recognized industry leaders in in-mold labeling (IML), in-mold decorating (IMD) and in-mold electronics (IME) by announcing the winners of the 2023 IMDA Awards Competition at the Plastic Product Decorating Summit on September 28 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Entries were received from around the world, showcasing the best in in-mold design … [Read more...] about IMDA Announces Award Winners in 2023 Competition Recognizing the Best in IML/IMD/IME
Inkjet Printing Decorates 3D Plastic Parts
Digital technology supports short runs and customization. By Hallie Forcinio, writer, Plastics Decorating Digital inkjet printing ranks as a growing option for decorating 3D plastic parts. In some cases, it’s replacing spray, screen and pad printing because it can reproduce high-quality, full-color graphics. It also may play a role in in-mold decoration. Digital inkjet … [Read more...] about Inkjet Printing Decorates 3D Plastic Parts
PRINTING United Expo 2023
Compiled by Erin La Row, editor, Plastics Decorating PRINTING United Expo 2023, a global printing event serving markets across all printing segments, will take place at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, on October 18-20. The three-day event includes over one million square feet of equipment, technology and trends on display, covering all facets of the … [Read more...] about PRINTING United Expo 2023