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08/25/2025

Michigan-based injection molder Davalor Mold Company is closing its doors after nearly 40 years in business. The New Baltimore facility will terminate all 45 positions between Oct. 3 and Nov. 7, 2025, due to "significant loss of revenue." This closure highlights ongoing challenges in the automotive supply chain.

Read the full story on how economic pressures are impacting specialized manufacturing operations.

Automotive supplier Davalor Mold announces complete closure by November, laying off all 45 employees.

08/18/2025

After six sessions over more than three years involving delegations from more than 150 countries and several hundred non-governmental organizations, the global plastic pollution treaty talks ended in Geneva on Aug. 15 without consensus. https://bit.ly/4luZR4x

08/15/2025

Amanda Nummy, senior polymer engineer at Hyundai America Technical Center, will share her expertise in holistic design at the SPE Automotive Composites Conference & Expo in Novi, MI, next month.

Here's a short preview: https://www.utm.io/uiZPY

08/12/2025

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08/12/2025

The Composites Solution Partner (CSP) has temporarily halted all production at its Carey, OH, plant after a fire occurred on August 9, 2025. No injuries were reported as safety protocols ensured immediate evacuation. Damage assessment is ongoing with operations suspended pending safety inspections.

Damage assessment continues as company prioritizes safety of 750 employees.

08/11/2025

The global plastics market demonstrated steady growth across multiple sectors during the first half of 2025. US GDP growth has particularly boosted demand in packaging applications, showcasing the industry's adaptability despite economic challenges.

Read how the sector continues to mold success in challenging times. What innovations are you seeing in your corner of the plastics industry?

Strategic investments and M&A activity reshape the landscape as manufacturers adapt to workforce shortages.

08/08/2025

It's National Pickleball Day! We're celebrating America's fastest-growing sport today by exploring how plastic innovation is revolutionizing the game. From UV-resistant outdoor balls to advanced paddle materials, see how injection molding technology is helping pickleball bounce to new heights.

Check out our latest article on how manufacturing innovations are transforming this beloved sport.

Innovative technology is fueling performance in rapidly expanding pickleball equipment market.

08/07/2025

PlasticsToday shares expert insights on trends and technologies in the $500B global plastics market, focusing on injection molding, extrusion, and sustainability.

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08/07/2025

☎️ From rotary phones to smartphones, discover how Bakelite, the "unbreakable black beauty," revolutionized communication technology forever. Our recap video highlights this groundbreaking material that paved the way for modern plastics and changed how we connect.

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08/07/2025

New digital tools for DFM provide real-time feedback and visibility throughout the mold development process, reducing delays and improving part quality.

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New digital tools for DFM provide real-time feedback and visibility throughout the mold development process, reducing delays and improving part quality.

08/06/2025

A breakthrough technology that uses carbon dioxide instead of water solves one of the biggest challenges in plastic recycling — turning used polyolefin packaging films into clean, food-safe materials.

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Waterless process uses carbon dioxide to clean and decontaminate polyethylene and polypropylene films to food-grade quality — and lowers the carbon footprint by 60%.

08/04/2025

Eastman CEO Mark Costa had a few things to say about the Trump administration’s clawback of a $375 million grant for its chemical recycling project as well as Trump's trade policy during a recent earnings call.
Read all about it: https://bit.ly/4m5hEjK