EPDA (European Plastics Distributors Association) -- Benefits

M E M B E R B E N E F I T S

Primary Benefits
The primary benefit of membership in EPDA is the opportunity for networking with others in the plastics distribution industry. EPDA members meet annually to discuss common interests and concerns. During the year, members turn to each other as resources for new information and insights relevant to the industry. Members often express that the personal contacts made through EPDA are valuable business tools which provide a tremendous return on their investment.

EPDA offers its members educational opportunities and vehicles for increasing communication among members. EPDA also strives to promote the world- wide use of plastics in place of alternative materials.

EPDA has established committees to help move the organisation forward in reaching its goals:

Distributors
To provide a working group to address specific areas of concern to distributors in the plastics industry.

Manufacturers
To provide a forum for information sharing among manufacturers and strengthen the relationship between manufacturers and distributors.

Sheet, Rod and Tube
To provide the opportunity for discussion on issues unique to the "semis" market.

Pipe, Valves and Fittings
To provide a forum for both distributors and manufacturers to address initiatives in the PVF arena.

EPDA - Added Value

Upon joining, EPDA members will receive:
	An EPDA directory of members. An invitation to attend EPDA's Annual Conference A monthly electronic newsletter. Camera-ready copies of the EPDA logo to display on your advertising, business cards or letterhead.

Partnership with IAPD

Through a special affiliation with the International Association of Plastics Distributors (IAPD), EPDA members can also reap the benefits of a trade association representing plastics distribution across the globe including:

A subscription to the highly acclaimed The IAPD Magazine.
The IAPD directory of members.
Member rates for the IAPD Annual Convention, Annual Spring Management Conference, educational seminars, and a variety of IAPD educational, business and training aids.
Ability to use IAPD's web-based excess inventory program for distributors at www.e-Plastics.org.
A direct company link from IAPD's web site.
Networking opportunities through participation in IAPD committees, task forces and common interest groups.

For a complete list of IAPD membership benefits, you may contact:

IAPD
4707 College Blvd.
Suite 105
Leawood, KS USA 66211-1667

Tel: (913) 345-1005
Fax: (913) 345-1006
E-mail: iapd@iapd.org
Web Site: www.iapd.org

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