Introducing the Plastics Technology Expo
New trade show for all plastics processing to launch in the Chicago area in 2022.
Jim Callari
Editorial Director, Plastics Technology
Will You Be Ready for the Next Disruption?
Lessons learned from ongoing coronavirus pandemic should help business navigate through the next disruption.
Gearing Up for the Old Normal
With 2020 in a rear-view mirror, likely adorned with a face mask, it’s time to reflect on what we’ve learned and what’s in store.
PT Tech Days Continue to Inform
Register now to hear technology experts address a wide range of topics in plastics processing. And access our archives to tune in to what you may have missed. It’s free.
Try This Approach to Clean Up Your Recycled Material
CO2 can be used as a totally “green” solvent to remove many kinds of contamination in recycled plastics without the need for toxic solvents.
Time Still to Register For PT Tech Days
It’s free. It’s online. It’s scheduled every Thursday through December. And you can register now to hear technology experts address a wide range of topics in plastics processing.
Clear Your Calendars for Plastics Technology 'Tech Days'
Beginning Oct. 8, we will be bringing exclusive, live, online technical content on a wide range of processing topics that you can access for free.
Technology Never Sleeps
Plastics Technology and MoldMaking Technology team up on a special print-and-digital May supplement that focuses on new products and technology drivers and trends to help keep you ahead of the competition.
Jim Callari
Editorial Director, Plastics Technology
Log on and Learn
New digital options spring up to fill the void caused by events canceled due to Coronavirus restrictions. And people in manufacturing are logging on.
Add Value to Your Compounding Operation
Inside: Insights on three emerging, higher-margin growth areas for compounders.
Two for One: Molding, Extrusion Conferences Co-Located in October
Plastics Technology will bring its Molding and Extrusion Conferences to Illinois. Attendees for either can attend sessions in both.
How the Coronavirus Crisis Will Change Plastics Processing
Manufacturing as a whole will emerge stronger, more nimble and in a better position to capitalize on opportunities as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Best Practices in Processing with Recycled Material
Inside: What brand owners are planning, and how processors ahead of the curve have already responded.
American Manufacturing Steps Up to the Coronavirus Challenge
Plastics processors are among the manufacturers that stepped up big-time in the face of the global COVID-19 pandemic. I’m proud to turn over this space this month to Rick Kline Jr., president of our parent company Gardner Business Media, whose comments below (edited) appeared originally March 31 in a OpEd piece published by the Wall Street Journal.
Meet Me in Chicago
In Rosemont, to be more specific. Join us September 21-23 for a first-of-its-kind, in-person event that brings under one roof our annual Molding and Extrusion 2021 Conferences, together with our Amerimold tradeshow.
Jim Callari
Editorial Director, Plastics Technology
Time to Learn More About the Real World of Recycling
Next month, Plastics Technology will cover the challenges of recycling with a targeted print and electronic supplement—and a focused webinar—highlighting best practices in processing with high levels of PCR.
Make Your Mark in Plastics Technology’s 'Top Shops' Survey
Benchmark your injection molding operation by being a part of our annual survey. Learn more about “best-in-class” practices that separate the tops shops from the rest.
The Molding 2020 Conference: Go and Learn
Global thought leaders on injection molding will be gathering at Molding 2020 in Lombard, Ill., on March 17-20. There’s still time to get in on the action.
Of Bans, Taxes ... and Good Publicity
It’s time for processors to be more involved in telling their story to the public.
Do You Have What It Takes to Be a Top Shop?
Check out the results of our exclusive benchmarking study to find out about those who do.
New Report Details Aging of Manufacturing Workforce
Study from Manufacturing Institute also reveals best practices by companies that are meeting the challenge head on.
Injection Molders: Benchmark Yourselves Against Your Peers
How do you measure up against the elite in injection molding? Find out by taking part in our annual Top Shops survey.
Jim Callari
Editorial Director, Plastics Technology
Automate ... or Else
If your molding process isn’t automated, it’s likely not as efficient as it can be.
Get 'Actionable' Data on Manufacturing to Help You Make Better Decisions
Data is being generated every day to help users in their decision-making. Now you can tab into a source of data and intelligence that lives and breathes manufacturing.
Think Your Molding Operation Is Productive? Find Out How You Stack Up Against Others
Participate in Plastics Technology’s ”Top Shops” benchmarking survey and gain access to a free customized report measuring your key metrics against the cream of the crop.
Get Materials Processing & Property Data On-Line or Via App
Plastics Technology, Mobile Specs team up to provide molders with processing data.
Best of…Best Practices in Injection Molding
Fifty expert speakers at Plastics Technology’s annual Molding Conference will offer their insights to help you optimize your process.
New Study Refutes Negative Environmental Impact of Plastics Packaging
Packaging has been the favorite whipping boy of environmentalists. But a new report shows that replacing plastic with other materials would have widespread adverse environmental effects.
