PLASTICS President & CEO, Matt Seaholm and John Grant, Director of Government Affairs, were at the U.S. Capitol recently for meetings with Recycling Caucus Co-Chair, Senator John Boozman (AR) (left), and Senator Pete Ricketts (NE) (right). Among the topics discussed: plastics industry priorities, recycling, innovation, sustainability and building a circular economy. For questions about PLASTICS Government Relations efforts, please reach out to John Grant.
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Register for the PLASTICS 2023 Fall Conference
Join us in Charleston, South Carolina, from September 18-21 for the PLASTICS Fall Conference. This annual event brings the entire plastics industry together to discuss important issues, learn, and grow.
With incredible opportunities designed to help participants network with other industry leaders and gain insights into the future of the plastics industry, this year's event will be a can't-miss experience.
Vinyl Compounders Conference: Call for Presentations Deadline Extended to July 31
The 33rd Vinyl Compounders Conference, co-located with the Vinyl Sustainability Summit, will be held this December in Austin, Texas. We are seeking presentation proposals from industry thought leaders that will inform and inspire attendees at this year’s one-stop event. PLASTICS and VSC welcome presentations that address a range of topics of interest to leaders in the vinyl industry. More details on desired topics and submission requirements can be found by clicking below.
Join peers from across the plastics industry for this informative, half-day virtual event and learn more about how we all work together to promote recycling.
Participants will provide an overview of their recycling programs and best practices, followed by Q&A and open discussion on additional areas where collaboration is needed.
Find out how you can become engaged and amplify collaboration to promote plastic circularity. Registration is free and open to all PLASTICS members and members of participating organizations.
In this rapidly growing industry, the PLASTICS Innovation in Bioplastics Award recognizes companies contributing innovative ideas in bio-based and/or biodegradable bioplastic material, products, as well as processes from beginning to end of life. Each year, one company is awarded this recognition and highlighted during PLASTICS' annual Bioplastics Week and throughout the year. Apply before August 11th to be considered!
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PLASTICS Chief Economist, Dr. Perc Pineda, posts monthly economic updates at the PLASTICS Blog. Don't forget to check in regularly to get his latest analysis on current economics news.
Forty members of FLiP recently gathered for the committee's virtual Summer Meeting. In addition to carrying out business and hearing updates on FLiP efforts such as the PLASTICS Clean-Up Champions initiative, attendees heard from Andrew Tarvin, CEO of Humor That Works, about the role humor can play in achieving business results.
The FLiP Files
Jake Martin is one of the newest PLASTICS team members in our Washington, D.C. headquarters. In addition to settling in quickly to his job supporting the Material Suppliers Council, Jake has jumped into the activities of FLiP, and become an active member in his own right. Get to know Jake in our latest FLiP Files blog series installment.
Don't Miss the Latest PLASTICS Magazine
Our Spring/Summer issue is packed with association updates, informative features, and a look at the activities of members who are building the future of the industry and making their companies a positive presence in their local communities.
Republic Manufacturing started in 1962 as a sheet metal fabricator and today offers a product range including blowers, vacuum pumps, compressors, air knives, motors, and systems. While many products are available for immediate shipment, Republic's in-house staff of engineers can design custom options to meet necessary specifications by utilizing state-of-the-art software and machinery.
GreenMantra utilizes a proven patented process to cost-effectively transform plastics into high-value specialty chemicals such as waxes, greases and lubricants. They've grown rapidly since it their founding in 2010 and currently sell custom wax formulations, as well as drop-in replacement waxes, to a variety of market segments including: color masterbatch, roofing shingles, rubber, coatings and road asphalt modifiers.
GOEX is an extrusion company that started in 1982 and just ten years later had grown significantly, leading to an increase in warehouse and production capacity to 75,000 square feet. Today, GOEX operates the most advanced custom plastic sheet extrusion facility in the industry. The facility design and layout was a collaborative effort with employees and completed in 2015, boasting 235,000 square feet and 10 extrusion lines.
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