By Dianna Brodine, vice president, editorial, Plastics Decorating StackTeck Systems Ltd., headquartered in Ontario, Canada, is a global provider of injection molding solutions, including engineering, prototyping and plastic part development services; injection molds, frames and quick-change technology; and automation systems. Working within the caps and closures, cosmetics, … [Read more...] about IML Enables Aesthetics, Lightweighting in Dairy Container
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Plastics Decorating Outlook for 2024
By Hallie Forcinio, writer, Plastics Decorating Slowing demand for discretionary purchases like boats, motorcycles and travel, the possibility of a prolonged recession and labor unrest make it likely that volumes for plastics parts will remain steady or dip slightly in 2024 and not begin growing again until 2025, predicts Laurie Harbour, president and CEO of Harbour Results, … [Read more...] about Plastics Decorating Outlook for 2024
IMDA Announces Award Winners in 2023 Competition Recognizing the Best in IML/IMD/IME
The In-Mold Decorating Association (IMDA) recognized industry leaders in in-mold labeling (IML), in-mold decorating (IMD) and in-mold electronics (IME) by announcing the winners of the 2023 IMDA Awards Competition at the Plastic Product Decorating Summit on September 28 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Entries were received from around the world, showcasing the best in in-mold design … [Read more...] about IMDA Announces Award Winners in 2023 Competition Recognizing the Best in IML/IMD/IME
In-Mold Decorating Lights Up the Automotive and Appliance Industries
Edited by Dianna Brodine, Plastics Decorating Editor’s Note: This article was developed from a panel discussion held at the 2022 SPE Decorating & Coatings Division TopCon & IMDA Symposium in Ypsilanti, Michigan. The 2023 event – the Plastic Product Decorating Summit – will be held September 28-29 in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin, area. Consumers are looking for sleek, … [Read more...] about In-Mold Decorating Lights Up the Automotive and Appliance Industries
Kimberly-Clark Elevates Towel Dispensers from Ordinary to High Design
Edited by Erin La Row and Dianna Brodine, Plastics Decorating When picturing a towel dispenser found in a public restroom, the image that comes to mind likely is a gray or white metal box – functional, but not exactly stylish. Kimberly-Clark wanted to change that, using in-mold decorating techniques to bring design elements to a product found in washrooms around the … [Read more...] about Kimberly-Clark Elevates Towel Dispensers from Ordinary to High Design