The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has released final figures for NPE2024: The Plastics Show (May 6-10; Orlando) that officially make it the largest ever NPE in several key metrics.
Discover how artifical intelligence is revolutionizing plastics processing. Hear from industry experts on the future impact of AI on your operations and envision a fully interconnected plant.
Sustainability continues to dominate new additives technology, but upping performance is also evident. Most of the new additives have been targeted to commodity resins and particularly polyolefins.
NPE2024: Md Plastics is now offering for sale injection machines incorporating its novel Inject-EX injection-unit design with an inline screw and plunger.
NPE2024 has come and gone, but before it’s completely in our collective rearview, Plastics Technology asked Rodney Davenport, vice president at injection molder CH3 Solutions, for a processor’s perspective on the big show.
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Honoring The 2024 Plastics Hall of Fame Inductees
As the industry continues to evolve, the contributions of these remarkable individuals are not merely historical, they serve as guiding lights for the future of plastics.
Wendy Hoenig's induction into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024 marked a crowning achievement in her illustrious career. Her strategic vision and innovative contributions during her tenure at The Dow Chemical Co. and as a consultant have left an indelible mark on the plastics sector, shaping its trajectory for decades to come. Being the fifth female inductee in the Plastics Hall of Fame, we also talked with her about female leadership in the plastics sector.
Dr. Cato Laurencin, whose groundbreaking work in plastics and regenerative medicine has transformed health care, was inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024. Dr. Laurencin's innovative use of polymers for musculoskeletal applications has revolutionized medical devices and biologics.
Explore the legacy of Arthur Eichengrün, a trailblazer in 20th-century chemistry and materials science, whose achievements reshaped both medicine and the plastics industry. His groundbreaking contributions led to his induction into the prestigious Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024.
NPE2024: Get to know the story of Swiss chemist and textile engineer Jacques Edwin Brandenberger, whose invention of cellophane in 1908 revolutionized the packaging industry. He was inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024.
NPE2024: Get to know the life and legacy of Luigi Bandera, the visionary behind Costruzioni Meccaniche Luigi Bandera, who revolutionized plastic extrusion technology and earned a place in the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024.
NPE2024: Dr. Joseph A. Biesenberger, a pioneer in polymer science and education, was inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024. From founding the Polymer Processing Institute to seminal works in reactive polymer processing, his impact continues to shape the plastics industry.
Yesterday, the Plastics Hall of Fame celebrated a legacy of innovation and vision for the plastics sector with 17 new members. Discover how these pioneers have helped shape the future of plastics.
Dr. Walter Kaminsky’s pioneering research on metallocene catalysts at the University of Hamburg sparked a global revolution in plastics production. Inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, Kaminsky’s legacy continues to shape the polyolefin industry and plastic recycling technologies.
The pioneering legacy of Kurt Swogger at Dow Chemical Co. revolutionized the plastics industry with INSITE Technology. Inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, Swogger’s innovations in high-performance polyolefins have shaped industries worldwide.
Dr. Chris Rauwendaal's impact on plastic extrusion is characterized by innovation and creativity, evident in his contributions to both theory and practical applications. Recognized with induction into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, his career encompasses a wide range of achievements, from pioneering revolutionary screw designs to authoring the esteemed "Polymer Extrusion" book.
Delve into the career of Dr. Nick R. Schott, a figure in plastics technology, whose pursuit of excellence and commitment to innovation have left a legacy.
The remarkable journey of George Victor Sammet Sr., a leader in the early days of the plastics industry, includes groundbreaking inventions and the establishment of key industry organizations such as the Society of the Plastics Industry (SPI).
Learn about Arthur P. Haag, the visionary behind purity titanium catalysts, whose innovations revolutionized plastics manufacturing for decades. He was inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024.
Follow the legacy of Chihiro Kanagawa, a pioneer in the PVC industry and advocate for sustainable growth. Chairman of Shintech, his vision transformed PVC manufacturing.
Wolfgang Meyer, a German mechanical engineer and industry leader whose contributions to plastics machinery have shaped the industry. Inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, Meyer’s work in injection molding, blow molding and sustainability has left an enduring legacy.
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More from Today’s Edition of the NPE2024 Show Daily
A collaboration between show organizer PLASTICS, recycler CPR and size reduction experts WEIMA and Conair recovered and recycled all production scrap at NPE2024.
Why go home? Turn your conference trip into a mini-vacation with our ultimate weekend guide — because the best part of the show might just be after it ends!
Experience the spirit of NPE2024 with our click-through gallery. Highlights include your colleagues dancing at the opening party, Wednesday's charity event, groundbreaking tech reveals and more. (Photo number five is our favorite!).
Dynamic Tool Corp., a provider of engineered tooling solutions based in Menomonee, Wisconsin, has been awarded MoldMaking Technology’s prestigious 2024 Leadtime Leader Award. The announcement was made during a live awards ceremony at the Plastics Technology booth, where owners Steve and Ken Eberle accepted the award on behalf of their team.
Don't miss out on the ultimate showcase of cutting-edge extrusion technology at NPE. Explore the latest in extrusion technology, live from the show floor.
As the government funds infrastructure improvements, a hot topic at NPE2024 – exploration of the role recycled plastics can play in upcoming projects, particularly road development.
Get ready to revolutionize your manufacturing process with cutting-edge injection molding technologies that promise to streamline production and maximize output. See what our editors are noticing on the show floor.
NPE2024: New technology aims at improving efficiencies in film production, but executive calls on e-commerce retailers to help develop packaging infrastructure.
With advocacy, communication and sustainability as three main pillars, Seaholm leads a trade association to NPE that ‘is more active today than we have ever been.’
Of all the trends you can see at NPE2024, this one is BIG. Not only is the auto industry transitioning to electrification but there are concerted efforts to modify the materials used, especially polymers, for interior applications.
Variability has always created insurmountable challenges for manufacturers. However, in the last decade, impact has been more painful due to a lack of experienced workforce. By leveraging technological advancements, particularly in AI, manufacturers can gain a transformative competitive advantage in both cost reduction and workforce development.
Plastics Technology and other Gardner Business Media brands are exhibiting at NPE2024. Learn about what’s ‘Covered in Plastics Technology,’ get a unique photo op and enter the #COVEREDinPT givaway.
NPE2024: Coinjection of postconsumer resin, in-mold decoration, LSR micromolding and bioplastics processing are just some of the machine displays at Milacron's booth.
NPE2024: Cake, drinks and the unveiling of a new North American website providing online ordering in the U.S. and Canada for the first time are just some of the things happening at Hasco’s booth as it brings its year-long centennial celebration to Orlando.
NPE2024: Under the theme of “It's All Wittmann,” the supplier of injection molding machines, automation and auxiliary equipment is hoping to show NPE attendees what comes with true connectivity.
NPE2024: LYB is highlighting applications in circularity, mobility and transportation, food and medical, consumer goods/lifestyle, and infrastructure/building and construction.
NPE2024: Arburg’s debut of the 310-ton Allrounder 720 E Golden Electric extends the tonnage range of the electric series and marks the first global press premiere outside of Germany.
NPE2024: Bekum is launching both new U.S.-built electric shuttles and a new line of high-tech large machines with automation, and also is featuring sustainability through energy savings and trilayer coextrusion with PCR.
NPE2024: Xyron and Thermylene engineered resins include recycled versions and new 3D printing filaments highlighted, as well as Asaclean Plus purging concentrate.
