Re|focus: Reimagined and a Huge Hit with Attendees
PLASTICS hosted “Re|focus: Plastics Recycling and Sustainability” in Minneapolis, Minnesota during the first week of May. Re|focus was an opportunity for leaders in the plastics industry to come together to move beyond the “why” of sustainability to the “how” of carrying it out.
Dr. Rachel Meidl—Distinguished Fellow, Energy & Environment at Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy—offered a kick-off keynote on sustainability as a holistic endeavor, reaching beyond carbon concerns to encompass such things as natural resource stewardship, worker health and safety, energy, and maintaining profitable businesses.
Also present was a focus by equipment suppliers on creating technologies to aid in sustainability challenges, including examples like devices intended to reclaim lost resin from waterways and within rough terrain.
As with all PLASTICS events, Re|focus was packed with great content and plenty of opportunities for professional networking. This year’s Re|focus took attendee interaction to a new level with the inclusion of several well-received industry-themed games. Thanks to all who were able to join us!
Representing PLASTICS on the World Stage
PLASTICS President/CEO Matt Seaholm led a dialogue on Friday, May 7th, in Washington D.C., with industry stakeholders, international representatives and members of the U.S. Department of State office of Economic Growth, Energy and the Environment. The discussion entitled, UNEA Global Plastics Agreement Dialogue, reviewed key priorities and collaborative efforts leading up to the 2023 negotiations taking place in Paris May 29 - June 3. The event was hosted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
PLASTICS' Essential Moldmaking Industry Guide: Updated and Released
PLASTICS has released an updated Customs & Practices of the Moldmaking Industry. This updated guide provides current best practices for mold procurement and includes an updated mold data sheet as well as a progress report template, which can be used for tracking status during the mold building stages.
Created to help mold buyers and moldmakers communicate more effectively about such topics as mold quality and moldmaking project expectations, this guide is a must-have reference for those in the industry. Customs & Practices of the Moldmaking Industry is complimentary to PLASTICS’ members and can be purchased by non-members.
We're officially less than a year away from the largest plastics trade show in the Americas! PLASTICS team members are preparing an unforgettable event and are excited about rolling back into Orlando to show the world how our industry is pushing the boundaries of what's possible with plastic! We look forward to seeing you there for a showcase of the essential importance of PLASTIC! Get ready for an NPE experience unlike any other.
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) released a statement on Oregon’s new single-use plastics law, which bans restaurants and other food vendors from using expanded polystyrene food containers. Be sure to visit the PLASTICS News page for regular updates.
Registration is now open for 15th Biennial International Symposium on Worldwide Regulation of Food Packaging, hosted by PLASTICS’ Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Packaging Materials Committee (FDCPMC). Join us June 12 - 16, 2023 at the Hyatt Regency Dulles in Northern Virginia, for an informative, in-depth exploration of the international food packaging regulatory landscape.
Every two years, this event serves as a convening place for the plastics industry, international government officials, and scientists, as we delve into the pressing regulatory matters impacting food packaging materials. For your company, it’s an opportunity to interact with regulators and policymakers from around the world without having to send your people on a time-consuming and expensive trip overseas - Be sure and register to join us!
SigmaPro is an injection molder providing services that include, precision-molded products, engineering & development, prototyping & 3D printing, post-molding services and more. The industries they currently serve are Medical, Optical, Aerospace, Automotive, Technology and Telecommunications. SigmaPro strives to be the elite plastic injection molding supplier, advancing their clients’ businesses through the solutions they provide.
Prime Materials is a full-stocked chemical and industrial materials distributor that believes just-in-time manufacturing techniques demand supplier reliability. Warehousing and storing materials and chemicals based on customer needs enables Prime to guarantee reliable delivery. Family owned and operated, they pride themselves on personal service and tell people not to be surprised if an actual person answers the phone.
In 1963, the founder of Orion Industries was researching a coating for his motor racing hobby. This led to the forming of a small operation that has grown into the most technically advanced functional coating application company in the industry. Orion enhances performance capabilities for customer products, dealing with issues such as friction, sticking, corrosion, noise, abrasion, and FDA compliance.
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