economics

Medical

January 2017—54.7

Custom processors grow at fastest clip since March.

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economics

December’s Index—49.4

The overall processing market is growing, though custom processors had a slower fourth quarter.

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economics

P&G Unveils New Shampoo Bottle from Recycled Beach Plastic

The new Plastics Economy includes shampoo bottles made out of beach plastic.

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sustainability

Welcome to the New Plastics Recycling Economy

A new report provides a clear transition strategy for the plastics industry to design better packaging, increase recycling rates and introduce new models for making better use of packaging. 

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Medical

November Index—48.2

Despite drop, signs are positive for 2017. Future business expectations are way up.

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economics

October’s Index—50.1

Mid-size plants drive growth among processors.

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business

Canon Virginia Graduates First Class of Apprentices

President Obama declared this week National Apprentice Week and in honor of that, employers across the country will host open houses to highlight the significant value of apprenticeships in our economy.

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August’s Index—48.7

Custom processors grow for fourth month out of six.

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July’s Index—45.9

Plants with 50-99 employees expand for eighth straight month.

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sustainability

The Minco Group Becomes SPI’s First Zero Net Waste Company

The company is projecting a revenue increase of approximately $20,000 for 2017 based on recycling efforts.

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