Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, with six campuses in North Carolina, has announced a $200,000 investment from Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas to support the college’s new Multicraft Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship program. The funds will be used to connect students with hands-on training and career development opportunities. The program will offer apprenticeship … [Read more...] about Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Announces Apprenticeship Program
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SGIA Launches New Website
The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA), Fairfax, Virginia, has announced its new website with a refreshed design. The website features community segments for finding the most relevant information, the ability to connect with peers in the industry and up-to-date information about upcoming events and programs. For more information, visit www.sgia.org. … [Read more...] about SGIA Launches New Website
Clariant Additive Technology Facilitates Laser Welding of Medical Devices
Specialty chemicals company Clariant, based in Muttenz, Switzerland, has introduced new MEVOPUR polymer materials formulated to improve laser-welding performance in medical devices. Clariant developed two different formulations to achieve laser transmission in one and absorption in the other so they can be reliably welded together. The new laser-friendly materials are … [Read more...] about Clariant Additive Technology Facilitates Laser Welding of Medical Devices
Top Five Environmental Sustainability Trends in Manufacturing
by Brittany Willes, editor Plastics Decorating More than 30% of the world’s global energy consumption is attributed to manufacturing industries. In a world that is becoming increasingly concerned with matters pertaining to environmental protections and sustainability, many manufacturers are taking the initiative to develop more sustainable processes. The following are just … [Read more...] about Top Five Environmental Sustainability Trends in Manufacturing
IMDA Accepting Awards Competition Entries
The In-Mold Decorating Association, based in Skokie, Illinois, is accepting entries for its 13th annual IMDA Awards Competition. The association began accepting entries Feb. 1 and will close April 15. The 2019 competition recognizes the industry’s best in-mold labeled packaging and in-mold decorated durable products. The winning entries are chosen based on creativity in … [Read more...] about IMDA Accepting Awards Competition Entries