SPE News - August 16, 2024
What's Happening Around SPE
ANTEC® 2025 Early Bird Registration Now Open!
Get ahead of the pack! Early registration is available for ANTEC® 2025, taking place March 3-6, 2025, in Philadelphia, PA. Program will focus on plastics technologies, polymer research, new materials, innovative processes, and problem solving. There will also be multiple networking opportunities, SPE awards, and our exclusive ANTEC® All-Access VIP Experience. Register now all you early birds!
Plastics in Sustainability: Biopolymers and Biocomposites Call for Speakers
SPE’s Week of Injection Molding, taking place online September 24-25, includes experts from the industry taking a look at some of the most popular trends, techniques, and technologies that make injection molding one of the most versatile options available whether you're a molder, supplier, OEM, or student. Register today.
SPE’s Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology Announces Call for Papers Focused on PFAS
SPE’s Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology is seeking papers addressing PFAS. The theme for this special edition is "Tackling Toxicity of PFAS is Changing Additives Landscape in Polymers.” Paper topics of interest include: novel PFAS-free additives; separation and destruction of PFAS; effects of PFAS additives in polymers; processing PFAS-free additives in polymers; and more. Submission deadline: February 15, 2025. Call for papers details can be found here.
PFAS in the Plastics Industry 2024
Are you concerned about how current PFAS regulations may impact your business? As regulations transform the plastics industry, PFAS substances are at the center of the discussion. Manufacturers, consumer goods companies, packagers, and retailers are under intense scrutiny regarding the use of 'forever' chemicals and are urgently seeking alternatives. SPE’s PFAS in the Plastics Industry 2024, taking place October 29-30 at the Sheraton Harbor Hotel in Baltimore, MD, will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to tackle PFAS challenges head-on.
Nominations Are Now Open for SPE's 2025 Fellow of the Society
As part of our commitment to recognizing excellence in the field of plastics engineering, science, technology, and management, we invite you to nominate an eligible candidate for SPE’s Fellow of the Society. Application deadline is October 1st. Fellow of the Society nomination and guidelines can be found here.
SPE Honored Service Member Awards Now Accepting Nominations
SPE’s Honored Service Member (HSM) award celebrates individuals who have shown long-term, outstanding service to SPE and its mission to advance the growth and development of plastics professionals for the betterment of society and the planet. This honor recognizes those who have made a lasting impact on SPE and driven positive change in the industry. Application deadline is October 1st. Nomination and guidelines for the HSM award can be found here.
Plastics in Sustainability: Biopolymers and Biocomposites Call for Speakers
SPE is seeking speakers to present at the Plastics in Sustainability: Biopolymers and Biocomposites conference, taking place online November 4-6. This event offers a prime platform for you to showcase your advanced research and innovative solutions in the field of bioplastics and biocomposites. We are specifically interested in presentations that highlight how bioplastics are impacting the industry, offering sustainable alternatives and their use various applications.
New Episode of PlastChicks® Podcast Out Now
PlastChicks Lynzie Nebel and Mercedes Landazuri host Bailey Robin, Co-Founder and CEO, Matium. They discuss the journey that led him to found Matium and his future plans. Matium combines sustainable market and material science perspectives to create a comprehensive, interactive, digital supply chain network infrastructure supporting the plastics market and its services in a globally competitive marketplace with an emphasis on ease of use and efficiency. You can listen to the PlastChicks® podcast at 4spe.org/podcasts or on YouTube!
SPE Foundation
SPE Foundation's Donald McCoy Chicago Scholarship Recipient Announced
Muhammad Ali is the 2024 Donald McCoy Chicago SPE Scholarship recipient, earning a $10,000 award! Muhammad was recognized with a big celebration at Underground Devices, Inc., in Northbrook, IL. This is the third recipient of this impactful award and made possible through the generosity of Underground Devices, Inc., the SPE Chicago Section, and the Chicago SPE Educational Foundation. If you’re interested in creating or supporting a named scholarship, you can contact the SPE Foundation at foundation@4spe.org.
Michael P. Sepe Memorial Scholarship Campaign Underway
Join us in celebrating the life and career of our colleague, friend, and plastics industry superstar, Mike Sepe. Together with Mike’s close friends and colleagues, we're proud to announce the Michael P. Sepe Memorial Scholarship campaign, with a goal of raising $50,000 by Oct. 1 to establish an endowed scholarship in his honor. Help us honor Mike's legacy by awarding a scholarship in his memory for generations to come. Give.4spe.org/MikeSepe.
SPE News Story Ideas?
Know a member who is doing outstanding things in plastics or in SPE? Have you heard about or are part of a chapter that is making an impact or a difference in the industry? Let us know if you have any story ideas for SPE News! Feel free to contact Chris Barry at cbarry@4spe.org.
Upcoming Events
RegisterPlastics Industry Association Recycling Open House
August 14 & 21 | Online-
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SPE Workshop: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Polymer Informatics
Begins September 2 | Online -
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SPE Workshop: Innovative Cost Management Approaches to Achieve Improved Profitability of Your Plastics Business
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SPE Course - Importance of Sustainable Practices in Plastics Technology: Consumer Preference and Brand Image
September 16 | Online -
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SPE Webinar: Polyketone: Understanding the Material and Properties
September 18 | Online 
RegisterNational Week of Injection Molding
September 24-25 | Online
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