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2009

New Online Resource from SPI Helps Make Attending NPE2009 Easy and Profitable for International Visitors — January 5, 2009
To help international visitors prepare for and attend NPE2009 and increase the return on their NPE investment, the Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc.(SPI) this month opened a multilingual online resource as a special section of the NPE2009 website.

2008

SPI Releases Third Quarter Plastics Machinery Statistics — December 4, 2008
U.S. manufacturers and importers of primary plastics machinery and equipment shipped $185 million worth of primary machinery (excluding components and auxiliary equipment) in the third quarter of 2008, according to the latest equipment statistics released today by the SPI Committee on Equipment Statistics.
Applications are Due by April 1 for the First International Plastics Design Competition, to be Co-Located with NPE2009 — November 20, 2008
The Alliance of Plastics Processors (APP) is now accepting applications for the International Plastics Design Competition (IPDC), which will co-locate with NPE2009 on June 22-26 at Chicago's McCormick Place. The IPDC will be the first competition produced by the APP that is open to innovative products from any country in the world and for use in any end market.
SPI Launches New Content-Rich Web Platform Featuring Customized Landing Pages for Variety of Industry Stakeholders — October 13, 2008
SPI, the plastics industry trade association, has launched an all-new, secure and content-rich Web platform at www.plasticsindustry.org that tailors content for niche audiences within the global plastics industry, consumers and journalists. Featuring a bold design, user-friendly navigation and cutting-edge technology, SPI's new Web platform replaces a predecessor that was created more than a decade ago.
NPE2009 Attendee Registration Opens, Giving Access to Multiple Trade Shows, Education Programs, Special Events — October 3, 2008
Registration is now open for NPE2009, the world?s most wide-ranging plastics event, it was announced today by The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc.(SPI), founder and producer of the triennial NPE. NPE2009 will take place June 22-26, 2009 at Chicago?s McCormick Place.
SPI Applauds Decision to Lift Ban on Offshore Energy Production — October 2, 2008
The Congressional Outer Continental Shelf Moratorium, first enacted in 1982 and extended annually ever since, expired yesterday when Congress passed a Continuing Resolution to keep the federal government funded after October 1, the start of the FY09 fiscal year.
SPI Releases Second Quarter Plastics Machinery Statistics — September 29, 2008
U.S. manufacturers and importers of primary plastics machinery and equipment shipped $195 million worth of primary machinery (excluding components and auxiliary equipment) in the second quarter of 2008, according to the latest equipment statistics released today by the Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) Committee on Equipment Statistics (CES).
ACC and SPI Announce Partnership for a Plastics Ambassador Program — September 17, 2008
The American Chemistry Council (ACC) and The Society of the Plastics Industry (SPI) announced the formation of a partnership for a 'Plastics Ambassador Program.' This collaborative initiative builds upon recycling and other proactive industry promotion initiatives of both associations, and is designed to mobilize companies and their employees to promote the benefits of plastics and plastics recycling within their communities.
SPI Launches New Special Interest Group Focused on Developing Bioplastics as Integral Part of Plastics Industry — September 16, 2008
The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) today announced the launch of a new special interest group, the Bioplastics Council, in order to provide a forum for resin and additive suppliers, as well as processors and equipment suppliers, to promote the development of bioplastics as an integral part of the plastics industry.
Green Business Expert Andrew Winston, Co-Author of Bestselling Green to Gold, to Keynote Plastics Industry Sustainability Summit — September 8, 2008
Andrew Winston, a globally recognized expert on green business and co-author of the bestselling book Green to Gold, will be the featured keynote speaker at Sustain '08: Plastics Business Summit...
Plastics industry veteran Al Damico is new SPI Executive Vice President — August 19, 2008
The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) has appointed Al Damico as executive vice president, it was announced today by SPI President and CEO William Carteaux.
SPI Issues Call for Presentations in New 'Business of Plastics' Educational Program Planned for NPE2009 — June 30, 2008
The Education Committee for the NPE2009 international plastics exposition is now accepting abstracts for presentations in a new educational program, called the "Business of Plastics," to be offered at NPE2009, it was announced today by The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI).
'International Plastics Design Competition' at NPE2009 will Showcase Innovations in Components and Finished Products — June 16, 2008
The first International Plastics Design Competition (IPDC) will provide an opportunity for designers and manufacturers of components and finished products to display their most innovative achievements before tens of thousands of plastics professionals attending NPE2009, it was announced today by The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc., (SPI).
Moldmaking Expo to Co-Location with NPE2009, Yielding 'One-Stop Shopping' for Moldmakers, Molders, and OEMS — April 24, 2008
The 2009 edition of Gardner Publications Inc.'s annual MoldMaking Expo (MME) show and conference will co-locate with the NPE2009 international plastics exposition...
Numbers on Plastic Bottles Help Consumers Identify and Sort Household Trash - That's It — April 21, 2008
SPI, the plastics industry trade association, released a video statement today to clarify the intended purpose of the resin identification codes found on the bottoms of most plastic bottles and rigid containers.
Chinese Participation at NPE2009 Promises to be Strong — April 19, 2008
Chinese participation in the NPE international plastics exposition has surged in recent years and will play an important role once again at NPE2009...
Visitors at NPE2009 will have Many Ways to Access Bioplastics, Nanocomposites, and other New Technologies — April 19, 2008
A wealth of technological discoveries will await visitors to next year's NPE2009 international plastics exposition, including cutting-edge innovations that will be the focus of exhibits, pavilions, and educational presentations...
SPI Releases Fourth Quarter and Annual Plastics Machinery Shipment Statistics — March 11, 2008
U.S. manufacturers and importers of primary plastics machinery and equipment shipped $210 million worth of primary machinery (excluding components and auxiliary equipment) in the fourth quarter 2007...
SPI's "Single-Use" Bio-Processing Industry Alliance Opens Membership to Biopharmaceutical Manufacturers — March 5, 2008
The Bio-Process Systems Alliance (BPSA), a business unit of the Society of the Plastics Industry (SPI), Inc., announced today that it will begin accepting end-user members into the organization.
Exhibit Space Contracted for NPE2009 Already Equals 83% of Final Total for NPE2006, as 864 Companies make Selections — February 22, 2008
Sales of exhibit space for the NPE2009 international plastics exposition got off to an auspicious beginning this week as representatives of 864 companies selected space amounting to 83% of the grand total taken by show-time at the previous edition of the triennial NPE show in 2006.
SPI Statement on U.S. Trade Deficit and Congressman Ryan's Renewed Call for Currency Manipulation Legislation — February 15, 2008
Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced that the trade gap for goods and services in 2007 decreased by 6.2 percent from $758.5 billion in 2006 to $711.6 billion.
SPI/APP National PLastics Design Competition Co-Locates at PLASTEC Midwest — February 13, 2008
The Society of the Plastics Industry?'s (SPI) Alliance of Plastics Processors (APP) is pleased to announce that the 2008 National Plastics Design Competition will co-locate with PLASTEC Midwest, produced by Canon Communications.
China-U.S. Plastics Industry Trade Summit Planned for April 16, 2008 — February 5, 2008
The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) will sponsor a China-U.S. Plastics Industry Summit on April 16, 2008, co-organized with the China Plastics Processing Industry Association (CPPIA), China Plastic Machinery Industry Association, Shanghai Society of Plastics Industry and Adsale Exhibition Services Ltd.
2007 News Releases — January 1, 2008

2007

SPI Releases Third Quarter Plastics Machinery Shipments and Statistics — December 10, 2007
U.S. manufacturers and importers of primary plastics machinery and equipment shipped $228 million worth of primary machinery (excluding components and auxiliary equipment) in the third quarter of 2007...
Two New SPI Reports Show U.S. Plastics Industry Outpaces Other American Manufacturing and Increases Role in Global Trade — November 8, 2007
The U.S. plastics industry is stronger than ever and still growing in sales despite years of globalization and outsourcing to lower-cost countries.
SPE to Organize Massive Technical Conference at SPI's NPE2009, with Hundrders of Original, Peer-Reviewed Presentations — October 29, 2007
In an agreement with the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) announced today by The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI), SPE will present a technical conference with hundreds of peer-reviewed, never before published papers at SPIs NPE2009 international exposition.
SPI Names Freeman as NPE2009 Show Contractor, Responsible for Providing New Cost-Savings Packages for Exhibitors — October 29, 2007
The Freeman Companies will be the official general contractor for the NPE2009 international plastics exposition...
U.S. Plastics Industry Outpaces Other American Manufacturing and Increases Role in International Trade — October 24, 2007
The U.S. plastics industry is stronger than ever and still growing in sales after years of globalization and outsourcing to lower-cost countries...
National Plastic Center's Doyle Library and Archives Now Searchable Online — October 8, 2007
The catalog of the National Plastics Center?s Doyle Library and Archives is now available online.
192 Plastics Plants Awarded for Commitment to Safety — September 14, 2007
The Society of the Plastics Industry (SPI) has recognized 192 plastics industry work sites for a demonstrated commitment to safety excellence based on its annual survey of occupational illnesses and injuries in the plastics industry.
SPI Releases Second Quarter Plastics Machinery Shipment Statistics — August 21, 2007
U.S. manufacturers and importers of primary plastics machinery and equipment shipped $225 million worth of primary machinery (excluding components and auxiliary equipment) in the second quarter of 2007...
SPI Issues Call for White Papers to Appear on its New Worldwide Online Community for the Plastics Industry — August 2, 2007
Industry professionals with plastics business or technical expertise are invited to submit white paper-style articles for posting at myPlasticsIndustry.com, the new online market and meeting place created by the Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI).
New Plan for NPE2009 Replaces East Building with Innovative McCormick West Facilility Just Being Completed in Chicago — July 30, 2007
Just as Chicagos McCormick Place completes construction of its West Building, The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) has reached an agreement with the exposition center to add this large and innovative structure to the facilities available for the NPE 2009 international plastics show...
SPI Releases First Quarter Plastics Machinery Shipment Statistics — July 20, 2007
U.S. manufacturers and importers of primary plastics machinery and equipment shipped $219 million worth of primary machinery (excluding components and auxiliary equipment) in the first quarter 2007...
Exposition Management Exepert Gene Sanders is New SPI Vice President of Trade Shows, with Responsibility for NPE2009 — July 17, 2007
The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) has appointed Gene Sanders as vice president of trade shows, it was announced today by SPI President and CEO William Carteaux.
SPI Welcomes Kevin Ott as Executive Director, Film & Bag Federation and Bio-Process Systems Alliance — July 16, 2007
The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) announced the addition of a seasoned trade association professionalone with experience working with manufactures and suppliers in the elastomer products industriesto lead two of its end-market business groups.
SPI Realigns Management Team to Support, Harmonize with New Governance Structure — June 28, 2007
The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) announced a realignment of its senior management team to support a new membership governance structure that places greater emphasis on the three major sectors of the industry: equipment, material suppliers and processors.
SPI Statement on Treasury's Currency Report and Senate Response to China's Currency Practices — June 15, 2007
On June 13, 2007, the Treasury Department issued its Semiannual Report on International Economic and Exchange Rate Policies.
SPI 2007 Alliance of Plastics Processors Awards Recognize Innovation in New Product Design — April 12, 2007
A wide range of products showcasing the latest in design technology were honored April 1-3 at the New Product Design Competition, held in conjunction with the Alliance of Plastic Processors' (APP) 2007 Plastics Parts Innovation Conference in Memphis, Tenn.
SPI's Bio-Process Systems Alliance Releases New Component Quality Test Matrices — April 11, 2007
The Bio-Process Systems Alliance (BPSA), a business unit of the Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI), today announced the release of the BPSA Component Quality Test Matrices-an industry guide that identifies test methods used for key components (e.g., filter capsules, films and containers, tubing and connectors and fittings) of a single-use bioprocess system.
SPI Launches Content-Rich, Interactive Online Market and Meeting Place for Plastics Professionals Worldwide — April 2, 2007
A new online community with a wealth of informational content enables a plastics professional anywhere in the world to find the suppliers, customers, or industry peers needed to advance his or her business or career...
SPI Releases Fourth Quarter and Annual Plastics Machinery Shipment Statistics — March 28, 2007
U.S. manufacturers and importers of primary plastics machinery and equipment shipped $252 million worth of primary machinery (excluding components and auxiliary equipment) in the fourth quarter 2006...
SPI's Thermoforming Institute Announces 2007 'TINA' Award Winners — March 28, 2007
Continuing its tradition of promoting and recognizing superior manufacturing quality, innovation and use of materials in thermoformed parts, The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) announced the winners of its Thermoforming Institute National Awards (TINA) for 2007.
SPI Statemetn on the 'United States Fair Currency Practices Act of 2007' — March 8, 2007
On March 7, 2007, Senators Jim Bunning (R-KY) and Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) introduced the "Fair Currency Act of 2007."
U.S. Plastics Industry Remains Vital Despite External Challenges — March 8, 2007
Despite pressures from external challenges, the U.S. plastics industry remains one of the largest manufacturing sectors in the U.S., demand for plastics remains strong and the industry remains vital to the U.S. economy.
Canon Communications and SPI Align Plastics USA with PLASTEC — February 14, 2007
Canon Communications LLC and the Society of the Plastics Industry Inc. (SPI) announced today that the two organizations have agreed to align SPI's Plastics USA with Canon's PLASTEC trade show.
SPI Launches New Medical Products Section of Alliance of Plastics Processors Business Group — February 13, 2007
The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI), and its Alliance of Plastics Processors (APP) business unit, announced the launch of the APP Medical Products Section today.
SPI Statement on the 'Fair Currency Act of 2007' — February 13, 2007
On January 31, 2007, Representatives Tim Ryan (D-OH) and Duncan Hunter (R-CA) introduced the "Fair Currency Act of 2007" (H.R. 782).
SPI Statement on WTO Case on China's Prohibited Subsidies — February 9, 2007
On February 2, 2007, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced the launch of dispute-settlement proceedings in the World Trade Organization (WTO) against prohibited subsidies that the Chinese government provides to its domestic manufacturers and exporters.
SPI Appoints Executive Committee for NPE2009, with New Positions Reflecting Broadened Scope of this Global Show — January 2, 2007
The committee of industry leaders that will work with The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) to organize NPE 2009 is headed by Chairman Randy Pearson of Xaloy, Inc. and includes new subcommittees focused on aspects of the show with great potential for growth...

2006

2006 News Releases — December 31, 2006
2006 SPI News Release Archive
SPI Applauds House Passage of Measures Supporting Offshore Drilling, R&D Tax Credit and Food Contact Notification — December 8, 2006
Today, by a vote of 367-45, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Tax Relief and Health Care Act of 2006 (H.R. 6111), a bill that includes two measures that the U.S. plastics industry has long supported: the Senate's energy bill (S. 3711) to open more of the Gulf of Mexico to offshore drilling for natural gas, and the extension and strengthening of the research and development (R&D) tax credit.
SPI Commends Senate Passage of Legislation Supporting Offshore Drilling, R&D Tax Credit and Food Contact Notification Program — December 8, 2006
By a vote of 79-9, the U.S. Senate passed the Tax Relief and Health Care Act of 2006 (S. 6111), a bill that includes two measures that the U.S. plastics industry has long supported: the lifting of the moratorium on offshore drilling for natural gas in the Gulf of Mexico, and the extension and strengthening of the research and development (R&D) tax credit.
SPI Releases Third Quarter Plastics Machinery Shipments and Statistics — December 5, 2006
U.S. manufacturers and importers of primary plastics machinery and equipment shipped $254 million worth of primary machinery (excluding components and auxiliary equipment) in the third quarter 2006...
SPI Statement on the Need for Congressional Action on the Expired R&D Tax Credit — November 14, 2006
The federal research and development tax credit ("the R&D tax credit") was originally enacted in 1981 and has been extended 11 times.
Plastivan ^TM Science Program to Visit Chicago Area Schools November 13-15 to Promoted Science and Technology Education — November 7, 2006
According to a U.S. Government Accounting Office report issued on May 6, 2006, the percentage of U.S. students obtaining degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics has steadily declined since 1994, even as post secondary education enrollment has increased.
SPI President William Carteaux Strengthens Advocacy Resources, Achieves Public Policy Success for Plastics Industry — November 3, 2006
The Society of the Plastics Industry (SPI) President and CEO William R. Carteaux received high praise for his boundless energy, sharp focus and visionary leadership in an October 30, 2006 front page feature story in Plastics News.
SPI Statementon the NAM's Decision Not to Endorse H.R. 1498 — October 31, 2006
On September 28, 2006, during its Board meeting, the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) rejected a resolution submitted by its International Economic Policy Committee (IEPC).
Six Companies Make SPI South's Honor Roll for Excellence in Safety — October 18, 2006
The Southern Region of The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) recognized six SPI member companies from the Southern region for their excellent safety records in 2005.
SPI Statement on the 'United States Fair Currency Practices Act of 2006' — October 3, 2006
On September 28, 2006, Senator Jim Bunning (R-KY) introduced the "United States Fair Currency Practices Act of 2006" (S. 3992).
SPI Releases Second Quarter Plastics Machinery Shipment Statistics — August 8, 2006
U.S. manufacturers and importers of primary plastics machinery and equipment shipped $241 million worth of primary machinery (excluding components and auxiliary equipment) in the second quarter 2006...
SPI Applauds Senate Passage of Milestone Natural Gas Legislation (S. 3711) — August 1, 2006
By a decisive vote of 71-25 (with four Senators not voting), the U.S. Senate today passed S. 3711, the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act, which opens leasing in 8.3 million acres of the Gulf of Mexico to environmentally safe natural gas exploration that potentially could make 5.83 trillion cubic feet of natural gas available.
SPI Statement on Congressional Passage of the U.S. - Oman Free Trade Agreement — July 24, 2006
On July 20, 2006, by a vote of 221205, the U.S. House of Representatives approved the U.S.Oman Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Following Senate passage of the deal by a vote of 6034, the U.S.Oman FTA will now go to President Bush for his signature.
SPI Statement on Suspension of DOHA Round Talks — July 24, 2006
On July 24, 2006, the leader of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Director-General Pascal Lamy, formally suspended the Doha Round of trade negotiations.
SPI's U.S. Plastics Industry Trade Mission to Czech Republic, Poland Set for September 25-29, 2006 — July 24, 2006
With economic growth across Central and Eastern Europe exceeding 4.5 percent in 2005, and consumption of plastics in that part of the world far outstripping domestic production, this fall the Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) will lead an exploration of the regions market opportunities for U.S. plastics companies.
SPI Statement on House Passage of Landmakr, Bipartisan Natural Gas Legislation — June 30, 2006
On Thursday, June 29, 2006 the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4761, the Deep Ocean Energy Resources (DOER) Act, in a bipartisan vote of 232187.
NPE2006 Ends Successfully, with 9% more Attendee Registrants than in 2003 and Record International Participation — June 23, 2006
The NPE 2006 international plastics exposition came to a close today after a dynamic week of surging crowds and bustling exhibits, it was announced by The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI), sponsor of the show.
SPI Statement on House Resources Committee's Landmark Natural Gas Proposal — June 22, 2006
On Wednesday, June 21, 2006 the Committee on Resources in the House of Representatives passed legislation to access natural gas resources in the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS).
Plastics Industry Associations Agree to Work Together — June 21, 2006
Working towards a vision of strategic collaboration among the industry associations, the Board of Directors of the National Plastics Center (NPC), comprised of industry and association leaders, will enter into a Memorandum of Agreement beginning July 1, with the Society of the Plastics Industry Inc. (SPI), under which SPI will begin to manage the Center and its programs.
SPI, Nypro University Agree to Collaborate on Workforce Development — June 21, 2006
The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) and Nypro Inc. and have agreed to collaborate on workforce development initiatives announced SPI President and CEO William Carteaux and Nypro Director of Corporate Training and Development Angelo Sabatalo while at the NPE 2006 Trade Show being held this week in Chicago.
SPI Announces NPE 365^TM — June 19, 2006
On the opening day of the NPE 2006 trade show held in Chicagos McCormick Place, the Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) announced the debut of NPE365^TM, a powerful new internet search engine that employs the latest technology for two-way, personal searches that filter and produce customized results for the plastics industry.
SPI Statement on the House Republican 'Initial' Energy Proposal — May 4, 2006
On April 26 the U,S. House of Representatives Republican leadership revealed their initial proposal to ease the nations energy crisis and indicated that it would likely be put forward to the full House this week.
SPI 2006 Alliance of Plastics Processors Awards Recognize Innovation in New Product Design — April 24, 2006
A wide range of products showcasing the latest in design technology were honored April 24 at the New Product Design Competition, held in conjunction with the Alliance of Plastics Processors (APP) 2006 Plastics Parts Innovation Conference in Columbus, OH.
SPI's Alliance of Plastics Processors Honors Industry Pioneers — April 24, 2006
The Alliance of Plastics Processors (APP) of The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) inducted two outstanding members of the structural polymer industry into its Pioneers Club during APPs annual conference held in Columbus, OH earlier this month.
SPI Promotes Toliver to Vice President, International Affairs and Trade Counsel — April 19, 2006
The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) announced the promotion of Karen Toliver to vice president, international affairs and trade counsel.
SPI Welcomes New Government Relations Team — April 18, 2006
The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) announced the addition of two veteran government relations professionals to its public affairs team.
SPI Seeks Participation for its Financial And Operation Ratios Survey — April 12, 2006
The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) is seeking feedback from plastics processors for its annual Financial & Operating Ratios Survey.
SPI Statement on the Grassley-Baucus Trade Enhancement Bill — March 30, 2006
Senators Charles Grassley (R-IA and chair of the Senate Finance Committee) and Max Baucus (D-MT and the committees ranking member) recently introduced the U.S. Trade Enhancement Act of 2006, as a means to resolving contentious currency and trade enforcement issues between the U.S. and other countries, particularly China.
SPI Statement on Senate Committee Passage of Domenici-Bingaman Energy Bill — March 10, 2006
A bipartisan bill (S. 2253) that would require the Secretary of the Interior to offer the 181 Area of the Gulf of Mexico for oil and gas leasing won passage from the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee on March 8 with a 165 vote.
SPI Leads Industry Fight to Restore Funding for Food Contact Notification — March 3, 2006
The Society of the Plastics Industry (SPI) is reconvening the Food Packaging Industry Coalition to obtain the necessary funding to continue the Food and Drug Administrations (FDA) Food Contact Notification (FCN) program in 2007.
SPI Statement on Report by USTR, 'U.S.-China Trade Relations: Entering a New Phase of Greater Accountability and Enforcement' — February 23, 2006
After an analysis of the benefits and challenges underlying U.S. trade since China joined the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2001, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has outlined several action items it intends to implement to significantly open the Chinese market to U.S. goods and services, enforce protection of U.S. intellectual property rights, and hold China strictly accountable to its WTO obligations.
SPI Statement on DOI'S 'Draft Proposed 5-Year Plan for Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program' — February 21, 2006
On February 8, 2006 the Department of the Interiors (DOI) Minerals Management Service (MMS) released for comment a draft proposed five year plan that would open additional areas of the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) to natural gas exploration between the years 20072012.
SPI Statemetn on FDA's 2007 Funding Cuts for Food Contact Notification — February 13, 2006
The Food and Drug Administration released its budget request for Fiscal Year 2007 on February 6, 2006.
U.S. Plastics Industry Recovers from 2000 Recession — January 27, 2006
The U.S. plastics industry is recovering from the 2000 recession, according to two new reports released today by the Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI), although high energy and materials costs are threatening future growth.
DuPont's Austin Elected Chair of SPI — January 25, 2006
J.E. (Jane) Austin, global business director for DuPont Performance Elastomers, was elected chair of the Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI) for 2006, becoming the first woman to head the nation's leading plastics industry group in its 70-year history.
Cullen to Lead Communications and Marketing for Top Plastics Industry Group — January 13, 2006
Veteran Washington association executive Tracy H. Cullen, CAE, has joined the Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI), the nations major plastics industry association, as Vice President, Communications and Marketing.
SPI Launches New Business Group for Bio-Pharma Industry — January 3, 2006
The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (SPI), today announced the launch of a new group, the Bio-Process Systems Alliance, to promote the interests of makers of single-use process components and systems within the bio-pharma industry.