Make Meaningful Connections to GrowIML, IMD and IME are much easier to do well – and with less scrap – when everyone in the production chain is an expert. From designing the tooling and selecting substrates or coatings to understanding the challenges in the molding process, successful in-mold projects happen when the right people come together to plan and execute. So, how do … [Read more...] about IMDA Association New: October/November 2025
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Association for In-Mold Processes Honors Charter Members, Looks to the Future
By Dianna Brodine, executive director, In-Mold Decorating Association The In-Mold Decorating Association (IMDA) is celebrating its 20-year anniversary in 2025 – a milestone achieved due to strong member support and the dedication of a group of companies that has served as advisors and leaders. At an awards ceremony during the Plastic Product Decorating Summit, held … [Read more...] about Association for In-Mold Processes Honors Charter Members, Looks to the Future
IMDA Association (April/May 2025)
What Happens When You Push the Dominos? These days, if you don’t like the news, just wait a few minutes. (This advice also holds for the spring weather in Kansas.) The stock market has been on a wild ride, and tariff policy adjustments from Washington, D.C., have challenged all of us in trying to keep up. These shifting winds require patience, preparedness and the agility to … [Read more...] about IMDA Association (April/May 2025)
IMDA Association News: January/February 2025
It’s Our 20th Anniversary! The In-Mold Decorating Association is celebrating its 20th year in 2025. According to the wedding anniversary experts, the traditional gift is china. However, since I don’t need more fancy dishware in my life, what I really want this year is your engagement in IMDA activities. What are those activities, you might ask? Great question! First of … [Read more...] about IMDA Association News: January/February 2025
IMDA Honors Best in IML/IMD/IME in 2024 Competition
The In-Mold Decorating Association (IMDA) once again recognized industry leaders in in-mold labeling (IML), in-mold decorating (IMD) and in-mold electronics (IME) by announcing the winners of the 2024 IMDA Awards Competition. Honorees were revealed at the Plastic Product Decorating Summit on September 19 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with entries judged based on overall design and … [Read more...] about IMDA Honors Best in IML/IMD/IME in 2024 Competition