The Automotive Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) has announced a call for nominations for its 52nd annual Automotive Innovation Awards Competition. Nominations are due by Friday, Sept. 8. Winning innovations in 10 different categories and their development teams will be honored with a “Most Innovative Use of Plastics” award. Categories include Aftermarket … [Read more...] about SPE Seeks Nominations for Automotive Awards Competition
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OMSO Named Historical Brand
OMSO, headquartered in Reggio Emilia, Italy, has been added to the Special Register of Historic Trademarks of National Interest by the Ministry of Economic Development. The company, founded 71 years ago, produces machines for the printing of three-dimensional objects for industries such as food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical. The inclusion of OMSO in the Special Register of … [Read more...] about OMSO Named Historical Brand
Top 5 Ways to Turn Failure into Advantage
By Liz Stevens “The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing” – Henry Ford Trying, failing and succeeding are part of the business environment. No one succeeds without trying, and no one ever tried without failing at least occasionally. Here are some tips for finding the value in the inevitable failures experienced by those trying to succeed. In Every New … [Read more...] about Top 5 Ways to Turn Failure into Advantage
In-Mold Decorating Association Opens Entries for the Annual IMDA Awards Competition
Topeka, Kansas – The In-Mold Decorating Association (IMDA) is now accepting entries for its annual IMDA Awards Competition. Early bird entries are accepted until June 30, 2023, with the final deadline for submission set for July 21, 2023. The 2023 IMDA Awards Competition will recognize outstanding in-mold labeled packaging, in-mold decorated durable products and in-mold … [Read more...] about In-Mold Decorating Association Opens Entries for the Annual IMDA Awards Competition
A Closer Look at Green Plastic Decorating
By Paul Uglum, Uglum Consulting, LLC Green technologies refer to technologies that are considered environmentally friendly based on production processes, material choices and supply chains. Environmentally responsible products and processes are desirable in their own right. They also are advisable due to customer preferences and regulatory controls. It is reported that … [Read more...] about A Closer Look at Green Plastic Decorating