Plastic Decorating Workshop

Summary

This workshop is designed to both introduce those new to plastic decorating to the various options and considerations when choosing a plastic decorating process and to inform those currently using plastic decoration about current issues and new technology options.

Session one will be a series or presentations on when and why to use plastic decorating and an introduction to current methods including coating, pad printing, thermal transfers, laser marking, physical vapor deposition, and galvanic processes.

Session two will cover current issues including the circular economy and regulations effecting the plastics decorating industry.

Session three will introduce new and emerging technologies including digital decorating, decorating additive manufactured parts, smart materials and surface modifications.

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