Technical Programming and Panel Discussions on Direct-to-Object Plastics Decorating and In-Mold Processes Registration is now open for the 2024 Plastic Product Decorating Summit. The conference event returns to the Milwaukee Marriott West in Waukesha, Wisconsin, after a successful inaugural year, and will be held September 18-20. The event is hosted by the In-Mold Decorating … [Read more...] about Registration Opens for 2024 Plastic Product Decorating Summit
Enews August 2024
Protecting the Bottom Line: Trends Impacting Plastics Risk and Insurance
By Brett Hoopingarner, director of underwriting, Sentry Insurance Rising costs, economic headwinds and a tight labor market will continue to challenge plastics manufacturers in 2024. From resin to injection molding equipment, labor to facilities – inflation is squeezing finances. It will cost more today to repair or replace equipment or property should a business sustain … [Read more...] about Protecting the Bottom Line: Trends Impacting Plastics Risk and Insurance
Durable Decorating Trends in Automotive and Appliances
By Dianna Brodine, vice president, editorial, Plastics Decorating Decorated plastic parts intended for the automotive, appliance, outdoor recreation or electronics industries have different durability requirements for their appearance than many packaging applications, such as a yogurt container, that will head to the recycling bin after consumption. When long-term durability … [Read more...] about Durable Decorating Trends in Automotive and Appliances
INX University Expands Online Curriculum Program
Press release submitted on behalf of INX. INX International Ink Co., Schaumburg, Illinois, continues to be a knowledgeable resource for brand owners, printers, converters and designers. Three new training courses were recently added to INX University’s curriculum, the free online graphic arts eLearning resource exclusively for INX customers. Since it was implemented … [Read more...] about INX University Expands Online Curriculum Program