Category: In the News

Press release submitted on behalf of RecyClass A new version of the Recyclability Methodology1 has been published in anticipation of upcoming legislative changes. This update ensures continuous support for the plastic value chain in the transition towards circularity. The recyclability classification system of the RecyClass methodology, originally composed of six classes, will now be streamlined […]

Press release submitted on Crestview Partners Crestview Partners (Crestview), New York, New York, a leading private equity firm, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Smyth Companies (Smyth or the Company), Eagan, Minnesota, a premier, full-service provider of pressure sensitive labels, shrink sleeves, in-mold labels, glue-applied labels, and flexible packaging, from Novacap. Crestview […]

Plastics Decorating magazine has launched its new website with a fresh look that includes the latest articles and industry news for the direct-to-product and in-mold decorating/label technologies. The home page includes articles and the latest news with specific sections that include an Article Archive of past Plastics Decorating articles available by issue and category. A […]

Press release submitted on behalf of Association of Plastic Recyclers The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) today announced the winners of the inaugural APR Recycling Leadership Awards during the Opening Plenary Session at the 2025 Plastics Recycling Conference (PRC). Launched in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the APR Design® Guide for Plastics Recyclability, the […]

Press release submitted on behalf of Metas® Solutions Metas® Solutions, Grand Rapids, Machinery, has introduced the Rietstack IRS modular automatic rotary cutting machine with high pile stacker (IRS modular). The IRS modular is designed for die-cutting labels and stacking IML, BML, board and paper up to 1 meter long. The key features of this machine […]

Press release submitted on behalf of RecyClass APR and RecyClass have jointly recognized MCC’s ‘SealPPeel’ technology applicable on PP packaging tubs as fully compatible with both PP white and colored recycling streams in the United States and Europe. This marks the first APR-RecyClass joint Recyclability Approval since the collaboration agreement in March 20231 “Parallel test […]

Incorporating in-mold technology in the manufacturing process requires that we all work together to be successful. The In-Mold Decorating Association is the connection point for everyone in the in-mold technology production chain – suppliers, tool builders, printers, molders and brand owners – for collaboration, technical knowledge and market growth. What can IMDA offer?   Process […]

The In-Mold Decorating Association is pleased to welcome 10 new members to the organization dedicated to advancing IML, IMD and IME technologies. Engineered Molding Solutions Since 1996, Engineered Molding Solutions has consistently produced top-quality injection molded products for its customers in industries such as aerosol caps and closures, beauty caps and closures, electronics, medical and […]

Press release submitted on behalf of the Association of Plastic Recyclers The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR), Washington, District of Columbia, announced significant upgrades and improvements to the APR PCR Certification Program. Responding to the growing demand for more accountability in recycling from government regulators, brand companies and in the broader media, APR’s updated program […]

Press release submitted on behalf of Taghleef Industries San Giorgio di Nogaro, Italy – Taghleef Industries, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of PP-based, biobased, and biodegradable films for flexible packaging, labels, graphic arts, announces the opening of its new Innovation Center in Italy, at its site in San Giorgio di Nogaro. In addition to […]