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
02/2019
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
3M Develops Global Adhesive Solutions Lab
3M, St. Paul, Minnesota, has developed the Global Adhesive Solutions Lab to provide one-on-one attention and individualized solutions designed to advance its customers’ overall manufacturing processes. The Global Adhesive Solutions Lab encourages collaboration and engagement with live, professional application engineers who are at the ready to support customers in a … [Read more...] about 3M Develops Global Adhesive Solutions Lab
SPE Foundation Awards Scholarships
The SPE Foundation, of Bethel, Connecticut, has announced that it awarded academic scholarships in 2018 totaling $88,250 to 33 students seeking careers in plastics. The scholarships are provided with support from SPE chapters, individuals and the SPE Foundation. For information on the latest award recipients, visit www.4spe.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageID=4440. For … [Read more...] about SPE Foundation Awards Scholarships
InPrint USA to Launch “Ask the Experts” at 2019 Show
InPrint USA, the exhibition of print technology for manufacturing, is launching “Ask the Experts,” where visitors can schedule complimentary consultations with some of the industry’s most accomplished professionals. This year's show is scheduled for April 9-11 in Louisville, Kentucky. One of the experts will be Craig Reid, inkjet evangelist and founder of CTR Resources, a … [Read more...] about InPrint USA to Launch “Ask the Experts” at 2019 Show