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SPE Decorating and Assembly Division presents
The Path To Innovation
New Technologies in Decorating & Assembly

Sponsored by Plastics Decorating Magazine

The SPE Decorating & Assembly Division 2008 Topical Conference (TopCon) will take place June 10 – 11, 2008, in Dearborn, Mich. This year’s 1 ½ day event will focus on emerging technologies in plastics decorating and assembly processes, including in-mold decorating, laser marking, surface treatment, chrome plating, digital heat transfers, inkjet printing, laser welding, and much more.

Please take a moment and look over the schedule and speaker sessions for the 2008 TopCon. It also features a special Supplier Trade Fair on Tuesday, June 10th, where attendees can visit a variety of suppliers to the plastics decorating and assembly industry.

If you have further questions, contact Peterson Publications (publishers of Plastics Decorating magazine) at (785) 271-5801. As the main sponsor of TopCon 2008, they will handle the registration and management of the conference. A complete registration form is available here.

Hyatt Regency Dearborn
A unique blend of sleek sophistication and welcoming hospitality awaits you at the ideally situated Hyatt Regency Dearborn. This four-diamond West Detroit hotel combines all of the amenities of modern city living with a comfortable suburban setting – across from Ford World Headquarters and the Henry Ford Museum, and just minutes from downtown. Enjoy the many onsite amenities the hotel has to offer – including several delicious dining options, an inviting lobby lounge, wireless Internet and upgraded Business Plan in all guestrooms, complimentary access to the business center, fitness facility, and indoor pool, complimentary newspaper and coffee in every room, and shuttle service to/from the airport.

Hotel Reservations
To make your hotel reservations at the Hyatt Regency Dearborn, call (800) 233-1234 or call the hotel direct at (313) 593-1234. When making reservations, be sure to identify yourself as part of the Society of Plastics Engineers. After May 25,2008 date, reservations will be accepted based on availability and the contracted rate will not be applicable.

Rates: Single/Double/Triple Occupancy $139/night


Branson Ultrasonics Corporation

2560 Commerce Dr.
Rochester Hills, MI. 48309
(248) 299-0400
Web site: www.bransonultrasonics.com

Leading in the design, development, manufacture, and marketing of plastics joining, precision cleaning, ultrasonic processing, and ultrasonic metal welding equipment. We are committed to providing solutions to the needs of our customers and providing the latest in technology, both in products and processes. Our global organization provides us with the resources and the facilities to support our customers on a worldwide basis.

Commercial Tool Group

5351 Rusche Dr. NW
Comstock Park
, MI 49321

(616) 785-5730
Web site: www.commercialtool.com
E-mail: mike.haws@commercialtool.com

Providing high precision tooling, gages, fixtures, thermoform tools, and match metal trim dies sampling. A total service supplier for in-mold decorating needs.

Electrox

28317 Beck Rd., Ste. E-17
Wixom, MI 48393
(248) 380-2632
E-mail: Jon.DuCoin@electroxlaser.com
Web site: www.electrox.com

Manufacturing laser marking systems for direct part marking, traceability initiatives, product identification, plastics decorating, backlit panel production, clichés, promotional items, medical devices, and automotive components in both static and on-the-fly configurations. With a vast array of laser technologies integrated with standard and custom workstations, Electrox offers solutions for virtually any material or application. In conjunction with additive suppliers, Electrox has become an industry leader in laser-based color marking of plastics applications. Free applications evaluations are offered in state-of-the-art applications labs by a staff of laser marking experts. Electrox prides itself on taking end-to-end responsibility for its customer solutions - applications, hardware, software, equipment integration, and turnkey systems.

Emabond Solutions, LLC

49 Walnut St.
Norwood, NJ 07648

(201) 767-7400
Fax: (201) 767-3608
E-mail: rpierson@emabond.com
Web site: www.emabond.com

Using the mabond® process of electromagnetic fusion welding for the joining of thermoplastics. The simple, rapid, and reliable assembly technology produces structural, hermetic, and high pressure sealing bonds. The process can join highly filled, engineered, and high performance materials including polyolefins, nylons, and compatible dissimilar thermoplastics.

Enercon Industries

W140 N9572 Fountain Blvd.
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

(262) 250-6070
Fax: (262) 255-7784
E-mail: info@enerconind.com
Web site: www.enerconind.com/treating

Treating a wide range of substrates with a patented treatment delivery system called Plasma3™. The ability to produce long lasting treatment results on materials that would be otherwise unresponsive is one of the major advantages of Plasma3. The ability to clean, etch, and functionalize surfaces has made Plasma3 a breakthrough solution for many industry-leading firms. Learn how Plasma3 is the choice for flexible packaging, RFID Tags, textile fictionalization, foams, printed circuit boards, metal cleaning, or next generation PECVD (plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition).

Flynn Burner Corporation/span>

425 Fifth Ave.
New Rochelle, NY 10802
(216) 226-3993
E-mail: joed@flynnburner.com
Web site: www.flynnburner.com

Manufacturing flame plasma surface treating systems to promote adhesion of paints, inks, coatings, and labels to virtually any 3-D polymer substrates such as containers, automotive fascias, and instrument panels. Polyethylene, polypropylene, PET, and more can be successfully flame treated. Flame plasma surface treating technology is highly effective, long lasting, and environmentally friendly.

Fujifilm Dimatix, Inc.

109 Etna Rd.
Lebanon, NH 03766

(603) 443-448-3658
Fax: (603) 448-3658
E-mail: jlapp@dimatix.com
Web site: www.dimatix.com

Offering industrial inkjet printing systems for a variety of printing, decorating, and dispensing applications. Customized systems are provided for companies that need fully integrated and industrially-reliable solutions, designed and built to their specific requirements.

Gentex Corporation

PO Box 315
Carbondale, PA 18407

(570) 282-8429
Fax: (570) 282-8555
E-mail: bcawley@gentexcorp.com
Web site: www.gentexcorp.com

Leading in the design and manufacture of integrated life support systems for human protection in military, homeland defense, and commercial markets. As a result of its expertise in laser protective devices, Gentex has developed a series of infrared absorbing materials that are often under the Clearweld trade name. The Clearweld absorbers enable the absorption of infrared energy by plastics so that these plastics may be laser welded. The plastics which are welded may be clear or colored – transparent, translucent, or opaque.

H. A. Industries

5510 Gatewood
Sterling Heights, MI 48310
(586) 939-0550
E-mail: dkember@haindustries.com

Providing new welding and assembly processes.

Indpad Printing Supplies

2212 Radford St.
El Paso, TX 79903

E-mail: indpad@hotmail.com; indpadusa@hotmail.com
Web site: www.indpad.com

Providing pad printing equipment and consumables, such as printing pads and cliché making, Marabu Inks pad printing and screenprinting inks are offered, as well as laser marking systems. Offices are located in El Paso, Texas, and throughout Mexico.

Innovative Marketing Systems

240 Smith Street
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 459-6533
E-mail: john@padprinters.com
Web site: www.padprinters.com

Acting as the exclusive U.S. distributor of all-electric, programmable, stepper motor driven TOSH pad printing equipment. Also distributing cliché making equipment, Flint (formerly BASF) photopolymer cliché materials, TOSH and Marabu pad printing inks, transfer pads and fully automated systems. Services include full service color and test lab, process consulting and training, and contract decorating.

In-Mold Decorating Association

8912 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., #609
Scottsdale, AZ 85255

E-mail: info@imdassociation.com
Web site: www.imdassociation.com

Bringing together molders, printers, material suppliers, and equipment manufacturers into an association that is committed to the education, development, and growth of in-mold decorating products, technologies, and markets. The IMDA serves the entire in-mold decorating value chain in North America, including material and equipment suppliers; label and insert printers; and molders of plastic packaging and durable products.

ITW Trans Tech

475 N. Gary Ave.
Carol Stream, IL 60188

(630) 909-5762
Fax: (630) 752-4460

E-mail: cconnell@itwtranstech.com
Web site: www.itwtranstech.com

Providing complete pad printing solutions to product decorators, with the highest quality and experienced support. From its central office in Carol Steam, Ill., ITW Trans Tech provides innovative pad printers and on-demand digital printers, supplies, and expertise to OEMs in a wide range of industries, including plastic injection molders, medical devices, automotive, electronics, sporting goods, appliances, communication, and many others.

Nissha USA, Inc.

21500 Haggerty Rd., Ste. 215
Northville, MI 48167

(248) 347-2056
Fax: (248) 347-2005

E-mail: mkeer@nisshausa.com
Web site: www.nissha.co.JP/english/

Manufacturing in-mold decorative films for automotives, consumer electronics, cell phones, medical, and appliance applications. Nissha R&D continues to develop new film technologies that achieve real metal, 3-dimensional, and translucent appearances and textures. Nissha provides early engineering support to ensure the optimization and use of its various film technologies to deliver substantial cost savings and innovation.

Soliant, LLC

1872 Hwy 9 Bypass
Lancaster, SC 29720
E-mail: lpoole@paintfilm.com
Web site: www.paintfilm.com

Offering paintfilm (an alternative to paint) and bright film (The New Chrome™) Class A decorative surface technology. Paintfilm and bright film are used with a variety of plastics and processing methods when consistent color match, unique styling options, and surface durability (including weather, chemical, and chip resistance) is important. Both products give OEMs and Tiers the ability to achieve multiple looks and decorating options with the same tool and process. Paintfilms can be matched or created in any color, texture, or finish including metallics, pearlescents, two-tones, and special effects. Bright film provides a shiny chrome finish and feel to plastic parts, and is available in black chrome, matte chrome, and brushed chrome finishes in a myriad of colors. They are used in the automotive, heavy truck, appliance, recreational, consumer electronics, marine, architectural, and signage industry on a variety of parts and components. Soliant paintfilms and bright films, marketed under the Fluorex® brand name, are gaining momentum in industry as OEMs turn toward environmentally sustainable manufacturing solutions. Soliant also offers precision clean room laminating services via its new custom "state-of-the art" roll stock lamination equipment. Soliant also will provide its expertise to assist companies in developing custom laminated products using adhesives and sealants to bond dissimilar substrates for unique permanent laminate constructions and assemblies. 

Sun Chemical Specialty Inks Group

2445 Production Dr.
St. Charles, IL 60174

(630) 587-5216
Fax: (630) 587-5226
E-mail:
curt.baskin@sunchemical.com
Web site: www.sunchemical.com

Representing Sun Chemical’s brand Coates Screen with a comprehensive range of UV and solvent ink systems for the screenprinting industry. This includes inks, coatings, conductives, and supplies for high-tech and automotive applications. Sun Chemical also offers digital solutions.

Taber Industries

455 Bryant St.
North Tonawanda, NY 14120

(716) 694-4000
Fax: (716) 69
4-1450
E-mail: sales@taberindustries.com
Web site: www.taberindustries.com

Manufacturing instruments at Taber Industries' Materials Test and Measurement division to evaluate surface properties such as resistance to abrasion, scratch, and mar. Referenced in numerous international test specifications, Taber instruments are utilized for research and development efforts; process control; and quality assurance for a wide variety of materials. Taber Abrasers are one of the world’s most widely used test instruments for determining the durability of products including paints, UV coatings, plastics, and many more. The Taber Linear Abraser offers greater flexibility to test contoured surfaces and finished parts, and the Shear/Scratch or Multi-Finger Scratch/Mar Testers are used to measure resistance to scratch or marring. Taber is vertically integrated with a fully equipped machine shop, design and manufacturing, mechanical and electronic assembly, and fully computerized test facilities.

Tampomark, Inc.

W227 N937 Westmound Dr., #1A
Waukesha, WI 53186-1647
(262) 544-4860
Fax: (262) 544-4865

E-mail: luke@tampomark.us
Web site: www.tampomark.us

Specializing in complete pad printing systems, machines, and consumables within the North American territory. Mr. Luke DiAna is our sales manager with over 22 years of experience in the 3 dimensional decorating industry. Tampomark, Inc. is owned by Media Service Grulms which is located in Ludwigshafen, Germany (http://www.grulms.de/). Machines include pad printing machines with 60, 85, and 135 mm ink (sealed ink cups) which are available in one, two, four, five, or six colors. Pad printing machines (open ink well) are available in 100,150, 200, and 300 mm, with one or two colors. Automation systems, shuttles, and racetrack conveyors also are available. Inks include a full line of solvent and UV pad printing inks which are “Environmentally Friendly Low VOC Formulations” and “Highly Opaque” “comply with the Proposition 65 chemicals list (March 21, 2008). Silicone transfer pads are of excellent quality and available in three types of silicone. Tampomark offers five types of alcohol and water washout polymer clichés, along with the highest quality exposure, washout, and oven systems available. Laser Clichés are available for many types of machines and competitive in price. In addition, Corona, Flame pre-treatment, UV, and heat curing ovens are offered.

United Silicone, An ITW Decorating Company

4471 Walden Ave.
Lancaster, NY 14086

(716) 681-8222
Fax: (716) 681-8789

E-mail: info@unitedcilicone.com
Web site: www.unitedsilicone.com

Specializing in the design and production of hot stamp/heat transfer machines, high speed equipment, tooling, and supplies. United Silicon’s automation department offers complete capabilities ranging from integrated applications to full turnkey systems. The supply offering includes silicone rubber dies, rollers, sheets, tooling sets, and heat seal/packaging supplies.