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27 Extrusion International 5/2020 https://globalplasticssummit.com/index.html The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) plasticsindustry.org IHS Markit https://ihsmarkit.com The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) and IHS Markit announced the addition of Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) and Senator SheldonWhitehouse (D-Rhode Island) to theworld-class speaker line-up at this year’s Global Plastics Summit (GPS) co-lo- cated with the PLASTICS North American Flexible Film and Bag Conference and the Rigid Plastic Packaging Group Conference. Jointly presented by PLASTICS and IHSMarkit, the Global Plastics Summit will be held virtually October 21-23, using a custom-built online event platform, and addresses the individual focus and collective dependency of senior leaders from the entire plastics supply chain, includingprocessors and converters, brandowners, andmaterials and equipment suppliers. “We’re honored to welcome Senator Sullivan and Senator Whitehouse to this year’s Global Plastics Summit,” said Tony Radoszewski, President & CEO of PLASTICS. “Their participation not only provides valuable bipartisan legislative insight, but is a testament to the importance and stature of the event and its au- dience of plastics industry leaders.” Senators Sullivan and Whitehouse will discuss their introduction of the Save Our Seas (SOS) 2.0 Act in a special policy session tak- ing place on October 22, moderated by Matt Seaholm, PLASTICS Vice President of Government Affairs. “I look forward to speaking at the Global Plastics Summit to discuss the urgency of our marine debris problem and the bi- partisan solutions we’ve developed in the Senate Oceans Cau- cus,” said Senator Whitehouse. “This issue wins support from both sides of the aisle, and I’m pleased to share the progress we’ve made.” “The call to action to combat plastic waste in our oceans is an urgent one – we’ve all heard that the world is on course to have moreplastic byweight in theocean thanfishby 2050,” saidSena- tor Sullivan. “This challenge is big and it’s global, but fortunately it is also solvable. I’m glad to partner with Senator Whitehouse once again to combat marine debris in new and creative ways, this timewithour SaveOur Seas 2.0Act, themost comprehensive bill on the issue ever to pass the Senate. The efforts of industry are integral to tackling this global challenge, and I look forward to our discussion.” “The addition of Senators Sullivan andWhitehouse to theGlobal Plastics Summit agenda underscores the GPS conference com- mitment to deliver critical content relative to the key social, tech- nological and legislative trends impacting theplastics industry to- day and, in the future,” saidNick Vafiadis, Vice President Plastics, IHS Markit. In addition to the policy session, this year’s Global Plastics Summit examines the issues, trends and innovations shaping the global plastics industry includingeconomic forecasts,materials develop- ments and market updates, regulatory and legislative impacts, trade and tariffs, and sustainability and the circular economy. U.S. Senators to Speak at Global Plastics Summit Growing Demand for PP Compounds in HVAC Diffusers or replacingmetal oraluminum units. Plasticair ventswon’t rust or corrode and scratches won’t be visible because the color is molded throughout the unit, not just painted on the surface. PPgrades aremildew-resistant, resist sweating, andarenot easily damaged if dropped. They are also commercial dishwasher safe. PP is also a styrene-free option versus other thermoplastic alternatives such as acrylonitrile- butadiene-styrene (ABS). The company’s mineral-reinforced PP compounds are designed to meet individual customer requirements. They are injection molded for a range of diffuser applications. Washington Penn Plastic’s custom solutions can also contain re- cycled content, flame retardant (FR) additives, ultraviolet stabil- ity, and scratch andmar resistance. They are available in a broad range of colors and unique finishes. Washington Penn Plastic www.washingtonpennplastic.com Washington Penn Plastic, a leading global supplier of engi- neered polyolefin and TPE compounds, is witnessing a growing trend in the use of engineered polyolefins as a metal replace- ment option for HVAC diffusers in the commercial and residen- tial construction market. The company provides OEMs with highly engineered polypropylene (PP) compounds that deliver lightweight, enhanced durability, rust resistance, and scratch andmar resistance. The trend is firmly in place in Europe where HVAC manufactur- ers are moving to more environmentally friendly alternatives such as non-halogenated flame retardant (FR) versions of PP. “Manufacturers in the HVAC market are looking to update their designs by using customized PP compounds that provide greater cleanliness, high performance, and lasting aesthetics compared to traditional materials such as aluminum,” said Adia Delaney-Jackson, National Account Manager for Washington Penn Plastic. In certain commercial applications like restaurants and other business establishments, a cost-effective approach is to develop an upgraded plastic design rather than continually refurbishing