In-mold decorating is a technique for decorating plastics that utilizes a printed and formed plastic film, often called an appliqué, which is permanently fused to a plastic part during the injection molding process. Traditionally, this process has been utilized for its supreme durability, vivid graphics and ability to eliminate secondary operations performed post molding. As … [Read more...] about Achieving Innovative Appearances with In-Mold Decorating
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2018 IMDA Award Winners
The In-Mold Decorating Association represents molders, printers, material suppliers, equipment suppliers and others committed to the development and growth of in-mold labeling and decorating products, technologies and markets. Its mission is to raise the level of awareness and acceptance of in-mold decorated durable products and in-mold labeled packaging by original equipment … [Read more...] about 2018 IMDA Award Winners
Decorate with Power: Creating Value with Digital Watermarks
Every day, the power of the internet changes how people shop, travel and gather information. Googling has become part of everyday lexicon. People board airplanes without paper tickets, book rides with strangers or even stay in someone else’s home with the use of an app. Products from around the world can be delivered within days of being ordered. It is possible to adjust … [Read more...] about Decorate with Power: Creating Value with Digital Watermarks
Tech Watch: A.W.T. World Trade’s AM-180
by Lara Copeland, contributing editor Plastics Decorating Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the A.W.T. World Trade Group – which consists of A.W.T. World Trade, Inc.; Graphic Parts International, Inc.; American; General Cylinder Press; and Saturn Racks – offers an extensive product line that includes graphic presses, UV dryers, vacuum beds, frames and much more. More … [Read more...] about Tech Watch: A.W.T. World Trade’s AM-180
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Letter from the Chair The SPE Decorating & Assembly Division is gearing up for a very busy year in 2019. We will be sponsoring a track of programming at the upcoming ANTEC 2019, taking place March 18-21 in Detroit, Michigan. ANTEC is making some changes that will include megatrend sessions that will start the afternoon of the 20th and run through the 21st. There will be … [Read more...] about Association News