New Year, New OpportunitiesJanuary is the time to set optimistic resolutions: I’m going to get back to the gym, I’m going to be better at keeping in touch with friends, and I’m going to stop spending so much money on online shopping (oops… that last one didn’t take long to break). Most of us make resolutions at work, too – often as part of setting annual goals and … [Read more...] about IMDA Association News: January/February 2026
2026 January/February
PTXPO 2026 to Feature Durables Industry Innovation
By Dianna Brodine, managing editor, Plastics Decorating Plastics Technology Expo (PTXPO) is a three-day showcase encompassing cutting-edge technologies and innovations set to take place on March 17-19, 2026, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. The expo will offer attendees an exhibit hall, educational sessions, a first look at the newest … [Read more...] about PTXPO 2026 to Feature Durables Industry Innovation
Change the Mindset and Create a Culture That People Don’t Want to Leave
By Jessica Rector, keynote speaker, founder and CEO, Vitalize Unlimited Is there a Negative Nancy (NN) and Toxic Tim (TT) in the company who are being kept longer than should be? Would the company let them go if it weren’t so short-staffed? One Negative Nancy or Toxic Tim infiltrates the whole company, and it spreads throughout affecting everyone. Think of it like this: … [Read more...] about Change the Mindset and Create a Culture That People Don’t Want to Leave
Study: Recyclability of Plastic Containers with Metallic Transfer Decoration
A Study Conducted by the Van Dyk Technology Center and Commissioned by the Foil & Specialty Effects Association Editor’s note: The Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA) has been proactive in providing clear, supported evidence that transfer metallic decoration (hot stamp, cold transfer and digital transfer processes) is recyclable. The association’s latest … [Read more...] about Study: Recyclability of Plastic Containers with Metallic Transfer Decoration
IML Starts with the Substrate
By Cynthia Palmer, labels sales manager – North America, Taghleef Industries The in-mold supply chain is complex, involving brand owners, printers and molders. The industry values versatility and interchangeability, often focusing discussions on how finishes appear on the final package. That creates challenges for oriented polypropylene (OPP) film manufacturers, as films … [Read more...] about IML Starts with the Substrate