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Packaging: Protection and Sustainability in a Single Pack
E-commerce explosion and the growing preference for fresh products are raising the bar of packaging protection capabilities, while keeping the track on sustainability.
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Re|focus Session: Biobased Options for the Bottling Industry
The final day of the Re|focus Sustainability & Recycling Summit begins this morning at OCCC South, Level 3, Room S330, with breakfast at 8 a.m. and the first session 9 a.m. Don’t miss this lively panel discussion featuring speakers from Origin Materials, Braskem, and Dupont Industrial Biosciences.
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NPE Diary Vol. 4: Hiiiiiiighway to the Bottle Zone
Deep thoughts about consumer tastes in packaging from the Bottle Zone in the South Hall, which you should visit even if your business has nothing to do with bottling.
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After Hours
From networking events and big group dinners to poolside parties—the after-hours game is strong here at NPE. So we asked—What's the most fun you've had after the show this week, or what are you most looking forward to?
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Plastics Leadership Summit to Focus on Projected Market Demand
The summit will run today from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., which includes a networking lunch from 12:00-1:30 p.m. It’s located in OCCC West, Level 3, Chapin Theater.
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NPE2018 New Technology Focus: Foam Fascination
A new physical foaming process and a significant enhancement of the MuCell process attract attention at the show.
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Thermoplastic Composites at NPE2018: Machinery and Equipment
Machinery and equipment at NPE2018 developed specifically for the fabrication of thermoplastic composites.
Read MoreTrend Watch: What to Look for in Blow Molding
At NPE2018, look for all-electric machines to feature among blow molding exhibitors.
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A New 'PLASTICS' Addresses Changing Consumer Perceptions
Let’s talk about Plastics! The Plastics Industry Association has launched This Is Plastics, an interactive website with articles, infographics and quizzes intended to help those of us in the plastics industry have educated and meaningful conversations with family and friends about just how vital the material is.
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NPE Diary Vol. 3: Industry 4.0 and the End of Waste
So much of what's on display at NPE2018 doesn't seem to be about producing more; it's about wasting less.
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