Veteran journalist, Major Garrett, will be at the PLASTICS Spring Meeting to share highlights from a 30-year career spent reporting from the front lines on the nation’s pressing issues. Attendees will enjoy hearing about his time on Capitol Hill, relationships with top political players, tales from his coverage of presidential campaigns, and more - as he kicks off PLASTICS' day of meetings on Thursday, April 20th. Be sure and join us for the Spring Meeting and Fly-In and enjoy a true insider's perspective of behind-the-scenes at some of America's most important moments. As space is limited, we encourage you to register and reserve your hotel accommodations as soon as you can.
Matt Seaholm Calls for Industry/Government Cooperation in Washington Times Op-Ed
The Washington Times has featured an op-ed written by Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) President and CEO, Matt Seaholm, on how Congress and the plastics industry can work together to reduce plastic waste. The piece highlights the importance of working together on such efforts including recycling infrastructure investment, end market development, and encouraging recycling innovation. Among the points made in the article:
"Plastic is not going away, it is essential. We need it in our lives. But America does not recycle enough of it. Our industry wants to recycle more which is why companies across our industry work tirelessly to improve recyclability and invest billions of dollars into the prevention of waste and the technologies to recycle. Working together, I know we can get these recycling rates up. 'Together' is the most important part of that sentence. I hope that as the new Congress begins, the plastics industry can work with both sides of the aisle to find real solutions to recycle more plastic every day."
ENTEK Marketing and Business Development Manager Tammy Straw, ENTEK CEO Larry Keith and PLASTICS COO, Glenn Anderson
Glenn Anderson Joins in Celebrating
Big News at ENTEK
PLASTICS COO, Glenn Anderson, recently attended an event celebrating ENTEK's new, 98,000 sq. ft. manufacturing & engineering facility in Henderson, Nevada. It's all part of an incredible period of growth that includes ENTEK having been awarded a $200 million Department of Energy grant (as part of the Biden Administration infrastructure bill) to build battery separator film plants in Indiana and Alabama. Each plant will cost $1.4 billion to build, with the first slated to go online in 2025, and the second following shortly after.
PLASTICS Association Events
The NPE2024 Space Draw is happening this week in Orlando, Florida! Follow NPE on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram for live updates on the floorplan and what booths have been selected. Visit NPE2024 to learn more as we plan for the biggest plastics show in the Americas!
The PLASTICS Re|focus Sustainability & Recycling Summit equips industry problem solvers with the knowledge needed to accelerate plastics sustainability throughout their companies. Engage in constructive presentations, panels and other interactive experiences concerning such vital topics as: Innovative Materials, Advanced Recycling, Mechanical Recycling, Environmental Conservation, Resource Efficiency, and Brand Commitments. There will also be plenty of opportunity to connect with fellow attendees during receptions and meals, establishing productive working relationships.
Cast Your Vote for the
People's Choice Award
We're asking YOU, as a plastics industry professional, to vote on this year's People's Choice Award. Voting is easy! Read through the innovation nominations in all three categories (Design, Material, and End of Life), select who you think deserves the award based on the criteria of innovation, environmental, and market impact, and submit your vote! Each voter will be entered for a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card.
The Latest from
Dr. Perc Pineda
"According to the advanced retail sales estimates by the U.S. Census Bureau for January of 2023, U.S. retail sales rose by 3.0% from December and 6.4% from a year earlier." Read more on the PLASTICS blog.
Welcome New PLASTICS Members
Sigma CapSeal is a leading manufacturer of induction sealer, wad inserting & cap assembly machines. With tens of thousands of satisfied customers, the company exports to more than 80 countries. Sigma's induction sealing machines can seal any size of cap for PET, HDPE and glass bottles.
Jade Engineered Plastics is a state-of-the art manufacturer of high-quality, precision-engineered fluoropolymer products. A third-generation, family-owned company, Jade specializes in custom compression molding and fabrication of polytetrafluoroethylene materials to the highest standards of performance.
Synergy Mouldworks is a full-service manufacturer of custom plastic injection moulds for the food & beverage, cap & closure, medical, pharmaceutical, consumer goods, and automotive industries. In recent years, Synergy has expanded to include a larger range of capabilities and sub-assembly/value-added services.
The Sustainability Advisory Board is organizing a working group of people learning more about ESG Reporting. If you’re interested, contact Patrick Krieger, Vice President, Sustainability
The deadline to apply for the 2023 FLiP Mentorship Program is March 15. We're looking for both mentees and mentors; Mentorship is a rewarding experience from both perspectives - please reach out to FLiP via email if you're interested!
The Plastics Hall of Fame has announced that it is is accepting nominations. As our industry evolves, it becomes incumbent upon us to remember the dedicated work of these individuals, both living and deceased. Submit a nomination here.
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