Blow Molding

Whipsaw pricing, traditional fourth-quarter discounts that never materialized, unexpected outages, and, above all else, COVID-19 wreaked havoc on the resin market's supply-and-demand dynamics.

The Plastics Industry Association determined that it is not possible to “hold the planned event and also provide a safe environment” in Orlando in May because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Recruitment expert Paul Sturgeon shares advice on how employees can best prepare for new opportunities in a new year.

Start by outlining your hiring needs for the first quarter or, better yet, for the year, and streamline the hiring process to attract and land top talent.

The award will recognize plastics professionals who personify the values of the former leader of the association — unity, dedication, perseverance, and selflessness.

The supplier of specialty packaging and custom molded medical devices and assemblies will begin moving into a 160,000-square-foot former plastic molding facility next month.

The NexPET system will benefit established companies producing niche brands or smaller-run SKUs as well as emerging producers seeking a fast, low-risk entry into markets, said Husky.