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ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
Manufacturers in western countries are faced with relentless competition from emerging markets with low-priced labor. To endure and succeed, western industry must adopt novel business strategies and implement innovative manufacturing technologies. The theme of Molding 2006 is 'Vital Technologies for Business Success in Changing Global Market.' The 16th annual International Conference & Exhibit will focus on important innovations in manufacturing technologies to enable astute molders and manufacturers to stay ahead and prosper.
The general topics are selected to provide business executives and professionals a valuable update on the latest developments in various injection molding processes (multi-materials, micro-molding, in-mold assembly and finishing, etc.) injection molding machine hardware, controls and automation, and Manufacturing Cell for improved productivity, better quality and reduced cost. These conferences are widely recognized by the injection molders, manufacturers, and plastics suppliers as the most important forum for technical information and business connections.
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MOLDING 2006 — Vital Technologies for Business Success in Changing Global Market
February 20-22, 2006 (Mardi Gras)
Omni Royal Orleans
New Orleans, Lousiana
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
Manufacturers in western countries are faced with relentless competition from emerging markets with low-priced labor. To endure and succeed, western industry must adopt novel business strategies and implement innovative manufacturing technologies. The theme of Molding 2006 is 'Vital Technologies for Business Success in Changing Global Market.' The 16th annual International Conference & Exhibit will focus on important innovations in manufacturing technologies to enable astute molders and manufacturers to stay ahead and prosper.
The general topics are selected to provide business executives and professionals a valuable update on the latest developments in various injection molding processes (multi-materials, micro-molding, in-mold assembly and finishing, etc.) injection molding machine hardware, controls and automation, and Manufacturing Cell for improved productivity, better quality and reduced cost. These conferences are widely recognized by the injection molders, manufacturers, and plastics suppliers as the most important forum for technical information and business connections.
CONFERENCE TOPICS
Multi-Material Molding and In-Mold Assembly
Moderator: Tom Betts, Battenfeld of America, betts.t@vus.battenfeld.com
New Opportunities in In-Mold Labeling
Moderator: Rick Shaffer, Netstal Machinery, RShaffer@netstal-usa.com
Advances in Super-Precision and Micro- Molding
Moderator: Tim Erwin, Pitney Bowes, tim.erwin@pb.com
Emerging Molding Technologies and Novel Hardware
Moderator: Amos Golovoy, AG Research, amosgolovoy@comcast.net
Manufacturing Cells: Adding Value to Injection Molding Services
Moderator: Hermann Plank, Gram Technology, hp@gramtechnology.com
SPECIAL WORKSHOP: New Opportunities in LSR Molding
Moderators: Tom Betts, Battenfeld, Kurt Manigatter, Elmet, and Ed Laperriere, Wacker Silicones
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