The Plastics Technology Expo (PTXPO) is a three-day showcase of cutting-edge plastics processing technologies and innovations, presented by Plastics Technology, MoldMaking Technology and Gardner Business Media, Inc. PTXPO will take place March 17–19, 2026, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. Exhibit hall hours are Tuesday and Wednesday … [Read more...] about Spotlight on Mold Manufacturing at PTXPO 2026
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Complex Mix of Opportunities and Obstacles Faces US Mold Builders in 2026
By Rachael Pfenninger, director of strategic execution, AMBA At the beginning of last year, the tariffs that were in place – or were not – were the dominant topic of conversation for many American moldmakers and were driving many of AMBA’s lobbying efforts. The recent change in administration due to the US presidential election had driven market optimism for many industry … [Read more...] about Complex Mix of Opportunities and Obstacles Faces US Mold Builders in 2026
Build a Productive Workplace Culture Through Trust and Engagement
By Angela Elsey, president, PCS Company In 2017, PCS Company surveyed its employees and found that only 56% were engaged in their jobs. If a company does not have engaged team members – if they’re not willing to look out for each other, if they’re not willing to be part of the solution vs. part of the problem – a company can’t expect its workforce to support customers the … [Read more...] about Build a Productive Workplace Culture Through Trust and Engagement
Best Practices for Shop Floor Management
By Liz Stevens, writer, The American Mold Builder Mold manufacturing demands precision, speed and consistency in an environment where complexity and customer expectations continue to rise. As part designs grow more intricate and lead times shrink, the “shop floor” has become one of the most critical drivers of performance, quality and profitability. Effective shop floor … [Read more...] about Best Practices for Shop Floor Management
Shaping the Next Generation: A Q&A with an Emerging Leader
By Rachael Pfenninger, director of strategic execution, AMBA In 2024, AMBA launched its Emerging Leaders Rising Star of the Year Award, which recognizes outstanding growth, leadership and/or contributions by an emerging professional in the AMBA community. In 2025, AMBA awarded its second recipient, Austin Sykora, manufacturing engineer, Vincent Tool Technologies Corporation, … [Read more...] about Shaping the Next Generation: A Q&A with an Emerging Leader