Association News

EPDA ANNUAL CONFERENCE AUCTION BENEFITS HELSINKI HOSPITAL
The money raised during the EPDA Annual Conference’s impromptu auction has been donated to Helsinki University’s Children’s Hospital. Christian Sundberg and Fluorotech Oy Ltd. donated 1.170 Euros to purchase an infusion pump for the intensive care unit. The pump will be used to dispense fluids and medicine intravenously and is an essential device in the unit.

EPDA members may view photos from the conference and speaker presentations in the members-only section of the web site at www.epda.com.

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PIPE, VALVES AND FITTINGS INFORMATION ONLINE
EPDA would like to thank International Plastic Systems Ltd. for supplying information on plastic piping, valves and fittings, which has now been posted online at http://www.epda.com/new/about_plastics/pvf.htm. Information includes an overview of plastic piping, technical data, installation information and welding techniques for different materials.  This information is provided for informational purposes only and may not be reproduced without permission, but you are sure to find it worthwhile.

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EPDA WEB SITE NOW OFFERS BANNER ADS
EPDA is pleased to announce that it now offers advertising on its web site at www.epda.com. GEVACRIL and Quadrant EPP – AG have signed on as the introductory advertisers.  

The ads represent a cost-effective way to bring attention to your brand or new products and to make it known all over the world. Don’t miss this great opportunity for high visibility and new contacts!

The ads are offered at the affordable price of 100 Euros per month, with a minimum of three months, and will rotate with no more than four other ads on all pages of the EPDA web site. The ads are 125 pixels by 125 pixels in size and link to your company’s web site.

For detailed information and conditions, please contact Sabine Reinhold at EPDA, sreinhold@epda.com or +49.6093.99.42 852.

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JOIN EPDA ON FACEBOOK
EPDA is now on Facebook! Join the group and connect with other EPDA members. Search for “EPDA” at www.facebook.com or click here.

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Product Showcase

Articles reporting on plastic products are prepared from information furnished by
members of EPDA. It should not be assumed that the publisher has reviewed or tested any of the products. For more information, contact the companies listed.

PERSPEX® CELEBRATES 75 YEARS
For those who are closely involved in the plastics industry — in design, in signage, in shop fitting, in retail, in architecture, in exhibitions, in glazing, in manufacturing — in fact in a whole host of industries and markets, it will be hard to believe that this year, Perspex® celebrates its 75th birthday.

The name Perspex comes from the Latin for “to see clearly” or “see through,” and it was this superb clarity that gave Perspex its early success. Perspex was not only clear, offering great visibility, but it was also extremely tough and hard wearing, making it ideal for use in aircraft glazing during World War II and in building applications in post-war Britain.

Today, new products, new technologies and new challenges lie ahead – and the company looks forward to the next 75 years of inspiration.

For more information, visit www.lucitesolutions.com.

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NEW 19 MM FOAMALUX
Brett Martin has announced the introduction of a new chunky 19 mm thickness of its Foamalux “Bright” White range. Available in a choice of thicknesses, from 1 mm to 19 mm, Foamalux provides even more choice and greater possibilities for designers and material specifiers. The new 19 mm option means the United Kingdom’s brightest and whitest sign and display material can now be used in a broader spectrum of applications where the strength, rigidity or sheer bulk of a thicker sheet is required. 

The 19 mm “Bright” White Foamalux sheet is a robust sign and display substrate that does not compromise on quality or performance across the spectrum of sign and display applications including signage, point-of-purchase displays and exhibition backdrops. In keeping with the rest of the “Bright” White range, 19 mm is a direct-to-print substrate. The brighter white colour formulation has been specifically engineered for optimum levels of UV stability to achieve outstanding digital reproduction every time. The ultra smooth, semi-matt finish to both sides of the sheet provides consistently even, reliable surfaces for both printing and the application of vinyl graphics. A uniform, expanded closed cell structure combines with a hard, flat surface, providing exceptional rigidity and mechanical properties for the intricate die cutting and routering of built-up lettering and shapes. The hard surface is also very durable, providing excellent resistance to knocks and scratches.

For more information, visit www.brettmartin.com.

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ASSOCIATIONS CALL FOR EU SUPPORT FOR PLASTICS
Plastics News reports that European industry associations PlasticsEurope, EuPC and Euromap are calling for the European Union to provide further assistance for the member states’ plastics industry, claiming this will help the region pull out of the economic downturn.

The groups have drawn up a joint statement and suggest ideas “to outline the way in which the plastics industry can effectively contribute to gearing up for the recovery.”

The associations say companies should have easier access to financing, due to the fact that the plastics industry in Europe generates more than 300 billion euros each year. The EU could provide further tax credits for R&D and increase support for sustainable innovations, they say.

In addition, climate change policies must be engineered to help financial recovery as well as the environment, says the statement.

Go to www.plasticsnews.com/headlines2.html?channel=195&id=1246451630 to view the full story.

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For a list of all events, please visit www.epda.com.

FAKUMA
13-17 October 2009, Friedrichshafen, Germany
The No. 1 trade fair for injection moulders, Fakuma is distinguished by broad-based offerings, including processing machinery and suitable peripherals, raw materials and applications, as well as automation solutions, control technology and much more. Visit www.fakuma-messe.de/en/fakuma for more information.

COMPOTEC
21-23 October 2009, Marina di Carrara, Italy
Compotec is the first exhibition in Italy entirely dedicated to research, production, making up and technologies of composite materials. It’s a new and unique event: its target is to bring together universities, research institutes, industries, organisations and media in a three-day event in order to present the composite technologies, processes and developments. Exhibitors include producers, distributors, service and processing companies and importers of raw materials. Visit www.compotec.it for more information.

53RD IAPD ANNUAL CONVENTION
20-23 October 2009, Las Vegas, NV, USA
The IAPD Annual Convention features the latest information on trends and events in the plastics distribution industry. Manufacturers of plastics materials and equipment display their products at the IAPD Plastics Exhibition, and seminars and workshops educate and inspire. Networking opportunities are provided for meeting people from around the world who work in the industry. Go to www.iapd.org for more information.

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