While in Paris for U.N. Plastics Treaty discussions, Matt Seaholm, President and CEO of PLASTICS, sat down for an interview with Steve Toloken of Plastics News. Matt had a number of excellent points to make about how we must all come to the table and work together to address plastic waste.
PLASTICS 2023 Fall Conference Registration is Open
Join us in Charleston, South Carolina, from September 18-21 for the PLASTICS Fall Conference. This annual event brings the industry together to discuss, 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. Please email events@plasticsindustry.org with any questions and register today!
Join peers from across the plastics industry for a half-day virtual event to learn more about how we all work together to promote recycling. Participating associations and organizations will provide an overview of their programs and best practices, followed by an opportunity for questions and open discussion on additional areas where collaboration is needed. Learn how you can become engaged and further collaboration to promote plastic circularity. Registration is free and open to all members of participating companies.
PLASTICS recently visited Allied Extruders in New Jersey, for a look at the great work they do every day. Pictured: James Gurayah, Allied Extruders Plant Manager, and Glenn Anderson, PLASTICS COO.
PLASTICS is celebrating the creativity and innovation of the plastics industry by showcasing groundbreaking advancements at NPE2024. We’re seeking companies who would like to discuss their forward-thinking products and partnerships on the all-new exhibit hall stages or in other forums throughout the event. The submission deadline is July 17, 2023.
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.
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!
The D.C. Fly-In Pays Dividends
As a direct result of member invitations extended during the PLASTICS D.C. Fly-In earlier this year, Rep. Dan Webster (R-FL-11) visited PureCycle's Winter Garden, Florida facility on June 29, and Rep. Julia Letlow (R-LA-05) visited Mid South Extrusion's Monroe, Louisiana facility on July 6. For more information regarding member visits, please email John Grant on our PLASTICS government affairs team.
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.
Ecochillers has manufactured chillers and sold them across the U.S., Canada, Latin America, the Caribbean, and even as far as Guam, Hawaii, and Kenya since 1995, with only premium components, delivered from their Laredo, Texas warehouse. Their main market is based on custom made, special design, Industrial HVAC & Process, Scroll, Screw, Magnetic Centrifugal and Semi Hermetic Chillers.
Collective Polymers is dedicated to being a leader in the polymer industry, offering a comprehensive range of high-quality, responsibly sourced products and services to meet the diverse needs of their customers. Their products include a full range of resins & compounds, repros and regrinds, plastic sheets and film.
Premix believes a good mix is about working together with customers to solve their material challenges, deliver products that perform and make them succeed. In a strong partnership, the people make a good mix! The people of Premix believe their company name perfectly describes their role in the value chain and their expertise—mixing. That applies not only to material but also to people.
