Program

THE FUTURE OF PLASTICS PROCESSING

15:00 - 16:00

Practical process control tools: To present accessible software and systems that SMEs can easily implement to monitor and control their production processes.
Sensor implementation: Provide examples of sensors and how their use can improve quality and efficiency, as well as techniques for integrating them into existing processes.
Process optimization: Sharing simple continuous improvement techniques, such as the use of control charts and internal quality audits that companies can apply immediately.

Ari Sacal, Partner & Chief Growth Officer, SensFlo Inc.

Moderador: Daniel Mitchell, President, ACOPLÁSTICO

16:00 - 17:00

Affordable and easy to implement machinery: Highlight equipment that offers a good return on investment.
Predictive maintenance: Introducing maintenance concepts that avoid unexpected downtime, using technologies that can be integrated without the need for large investments.
Live demos: Include videos or live presentations of innovative machinery in action.

17:00 - 18:00

Show concrete examples using 3D printing for rapid prototyping, production of customized tools or small production runs.
Return on investment: Present cost-benefit analyses showing how 3D printing can be a cost-effective solution for certain applications in your processes.
Mold design and manufacturing / maintenance.

Marco Cortina, Specialist Engineer, CIATEQ

15:00 - 16:00

16:00 - 17:00

More sustainable production methods, such as the use of bioplastics and resource optimisation. Show concrete examples of companies that have implemented these practices.
Certifications and standards: Discuss sustainability certifications and how companies can obtain them to improve their competitiveness in the international market.
Sustainability in injection moulding: Discuss initiatives to make the process more sustainable, including the use of recycled plastics and waste reduction.
Success stories
Pyrolysis

Jaime Cerdas, President, ACIPLAST

Daniel Mitchell, President, ACOPLÁSTICO

Enzo Marzullo, Director, Asipla

17:00 - 18:00

Present examples of business models that companies can adopt, such as the use of recycled materials, product repair and refurbishment, and design for recyclability.
Present the importance of collaborating with other actors in the value chain and how SMEs can join local and international networks to promote the circular economy.
Analyse how the circular economy can open up new business opportunities and markets, and how companies can prepare for these changes.

Ruben Saldivar Guerrero, Researcher, CIQA

Juan Diego Peña, Business Sustainability Manager, DOW

Montserrat Ramírez, PET Operations Director, ECOCE A.C.

15:00 - 16:00

Automotive applications - specific requirements of the mobile industry, such as weight reduction, heat resistance and safety. Present examples of critical components that are produced by injection moulding.
Real-life examples of companies that have developed injection moulding solutions for specific sectors, highlighting their approaches and results.

Oliverio Rodríguez, Researcher, CIQA

16:00 - 17:00

Trends in new materials (such as engineering plastics and composites) and how they are influencing injection molding.
Rotational molding techniques: Stages, applications, open flame rotomolding, parameters and advantages.
Introduce emerging technologies such as open-flame rotomolding, gas-assisted injection molding, precision injection molding and micro component injection molding.

Marlene Fragoso, Director, ANIPAC

17:00 - 18:00

Latest innovations in plastics recycling within the injection molding process. The crucial role of additives and blends in improving the quality of recycled material as well as optimizing the production process will be discussed. Discussion of case studies, environmental benefits and strategies to maximize efficiency and sustainability in the industry.

Adán Herrera, Plastic Injection Specialist, CIQA