Injection Molding – UMass Lowell Plastics Engineering Seminar

This seminar provides comprehensive information about the injection molding process, and covers both the underlying engineering principles as well as their application in the molding environment. Classroom lectures cover the basics of the injection molding process and provide practical analyses that yield results and can be applied in the molding shop. Injection molding workshops supplement […]

SPE WORKSHOP: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Polymer Informatics

Online This workshop introduces participants to the emerging field of polymer informatics with a focus on machine learning techniques. Polymer informatics utilizes computational and data-driven approaches to understand and predict polymer properties and behaviors, which is essential for materials innovation. The course will cover foundational concepts in polymer science and machine learning, emphasizing the integration […]

IMTS 2024

Join us Sept. 9-14, 2024 in Chicago for IMTS 2024. IMTS is where the creators, the builders, the sellers, and the drivers of manufacturing technology come to connect, be inspired, and find solutions.

SPE WORKSHOP: Innovative Cost Management Approaches to Achieve Improved Profitability of Your Plastics Business

Online: A business’ financial profitability comes from price/sales and the cost of the product/service. While this workshop will focus on cost management, you might think this is just another workshop on how to shut down an operation or downsize your workforce to reduce the cost of running the business. However, this is not the case! […]

AM Workshop – 3D Printing for Job Shops

Presented by Additive Manufacturing Media, Plastics Technology and MoldMaking Technology, the 3D Printing Workshop at IMTS 2024 is a chance for job shops to learn the emerging possibilities for part production via 3D printing and additive manufacturing. First introduced at IMTS 2014, this workshop has helped hundreds of manufacturing professionals expand their additive capabilities.

SPE Color and Appearance Conference (CAD RETEC®)

The 62nd Annual Society of Plastics Engineers Color and Appearance Division RETEC® will be held in Tampa, FL, during September 23-25, 2024. Come join us at the Tampa Marriott Water Street to celebrate Sailing Away with Color and engage in topics related to plastics coloration and appearance.

National Week of Injection Molding

During the Week of Injection Molding, experts from the industry explored some of the most popular trends, techniques, and technologies that make Injection Molding one of the most versatile molding options available whether you're a student, molder, supplier, or OEM.

Consider Recycling When Addressing Polymer Design and Optimization

Often, as part of materials design processes, inevitably, there is a reconciliation where various inadequacies and limitations are addressed relative to design requirements. These adaptations include changes to material composition through copolymerization, blending, physical integration and fixturing, and through process design and component design to minimize stress concentrations, etc. We will consider here the impact […]

SPE Thermoset TOPCON 2025

Join leaders in the thermoset industry at TOPCON 2025 where you’ll learn about opportunities for thermoset innovative technologies in multiple markets. The event includes keynote speakers, panel discussions, technical presentations, exhibits and a special program dedicated to growing the industry.

SPE COURSE: UV Effects on Plastic Materials

Webinar

If you work with plastic components that include outdoor exposure, then this course will provide you with information that will enhance your understanding of the interaction between UV radiation-based weathering and plastic resins, and help prevent premature failure. Topics covered during this session include an introduction to UV degradation and an explanation of the failure […]