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BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260309 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260310 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20260228T012200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T012200Z UID:2338-1773014400-1773100799@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:ANTEC 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join a dynamic community of global thought leaders\, researchers\, and professionals driving progress in plastics. \n  \n  URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/antec-2026/ LOCATION:Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown\, 600 Commonwealth Pl\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States CATEGORIES:Technical Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T170000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20250919T212817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T192232Z UID:1909-1770019200-1770138000@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:MiniTec Conference at MD&M West – February 2-3\, 2026 DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nLearn from leading leaders and experts on: \n\nAdvanced Medical Polymers\nNext-Generation Medical Devices & Therapeutic Delivery\nManufacturing Innovations & Process Control\nRegulatory Compliance & Testing\nSustainability & Lifecycle Consideration\n\n  \n>>Register to Attend\n \n  URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/minitec-conference-at-mdm-west-february-2-3-2026/ LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center\, 800 West Katella Avenue\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802-3415\, United States CATEGORIES:Technical Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T170000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20250701T212925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T203422Z UID:1356-1761033600-1761066000@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:MiniTec Conference at MD&M MidWest – October 21\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Medical Polymers Innovations\, Challenges\, and Opportunities\n \n  \nLearn from leading leaders and experts on: \n\n\n \n\nAdvanced Medical Polymers\n\n\nNext-Generation Medical Devices & Therapeutic Delivery\n\n\nManufacturing Innovations & Process Control\nRegulatory Compliance & Testing\nSustainability & Lifecycle Consideration\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n>>Register to Attend\n  \n \n\nConnect with Colleagues & Experts\nJoin our Day 1 Reception & Informal Dinners \n  \n\nThank You to our Sponsors\n \n  URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/minitec-conference-at-mdm-midwest-minneapolis-convention-center-%c2%b7-october-21-2025/ LOCATION:PA CATEGORIES:Technical Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20250729T005930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T130635Z UID:1650-1755108000-1755111600@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:Thermoplastic Hydrogel-Elastomer Composites Through Compatibilization DESCRIPTION:Medical Plastics Division – Happy Hour Speaker Series\nFeaturing: Dr. William Boston Morris\nnewly granted PhD of Material Science & Engineering from Colorado State University \nTitle: “Thermoplastic Hydrogel-Elastomer Composites Through Compatibilization with Common Copolymer End-Blocks” \nWednesday\, August 13\, 2025\, 6:00p – 7:00p Eastern / 3-4pm Pacific \nMicrosoft Teams Online Meeting \nMeeting ID: 261 198 853 692 9 \nPasscode: ND7ZF3tH \n>> RSVP\nAgenda: \n6:00 Welcome / Introductions / Review Session Format \n6:05 Introduce our featured speaker\, Will Boston Morris \n6:30 Begin Q&A & continue “Happy Hour” discussion \n7:00 Wrap up and Thanks to all for participating\, especially Will aka “Boston”! \n\nAbstract: The development of immiscible polymer-polymer composites that unify disparate material properties into a single bulk material has long been hindered by challenges in stabilizing incompatible polymer domains against macrophase separation while achieving sufficient interfacial adhesion for efficient mechanical load transfer. This work introduces a new class of polymer-polymer composites designed to address these challenges based on forming composites between styrenic block copolymer (SBC) thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) containing immiscible copolymer midblocks with distinct material properties. \nLeveraging the inherent microphase separation behavior of ABA block copolymer systems\, which are widely used in TPEs to generate reversible physical crosslinking\, this work establishes a simple\, scalable\, and tunable method for fabricating tough\, durable\, and intrinsically lubricious hydrogel–elastomer composites. By combining TPE materials that share common vitreous polystyrene end blocks\, each component forms its own phase-separated elastomeric network while simultaneously experiencing enhanced interfacial adhesion. Continuous vitreous polystyrene domains formed at the component interfaces stabilize the blend morphology and enable mechanical load transfer between phases. Adjusting the compositional ratios and specific TPEs selected\, allows this composite platform to be tailored to meet a diverse range of performance specifications pertinent in medical devices\, soft electronics\, and membrane technologies. \nThe thermoplastic hydrogel–elastomer composites developed in this work specifically address the persistent need for intrinsically lubricious\, low-friction elastomers and silicones. Traditional elastomers\, while flexible and durable\, often suffer from tacky surfaces that require secondary lubricious treatments for medical device applications. Conversely\, hydrogels offer excellent lubricity and poroelastic relaxation but typically lack scalable methods for introducing the needed mechanical strength and toughness. By integrating an SBC thermoplastic hydrogel phase into commercial SBC TPEs\, this work demonstrates the creation of versatile hydrogel composites featuring hydrophilic lubricious surfaces and outstanding mechanical durability while remaining thermally processable using standard processing techniques such as injection molding and extrusion. \nBio: Dr. William Boston Morris recently completed his PhD in Materials Science and Engineering at Colorado State University following a bachelor’s degree in Chemical and Biological Engineering. His doctoral research developed thermoplastic elastomer-hydrogel composites\, a promising new medical plastic designed to provide hydrophilic low-friction intrinsically to styrenic TPEs\, such as SEBS\, for medical devices like catheters and soft tissue mimics. William has experience working with Gelastomerics\, a startup commercializing this technology\, and managed a materials testing lab at CSU\, where he trained and mentored students. He is currently seeking industry opportunities to apply his materials science expertise. \n>> RSVP URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/thermoplastic-hydrogel-elastomer-composites-through-compatibilization/ LOCATION:Webinar via Teams CATEGORIES:Happy Hour Speaker Series ORGANIZER;CN="Len Czuba":MAILTO:lczuba@czubaenterprises.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250203T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250204T173000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20250110T043806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T044629Z UID:1333-1738567800-1738690200@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:Medical Plastics MiniTec 2025: Medical Polymers – Improving the Quality of Life DESCRIPTION:Medical Polymers – Improving the Quality of Life MedTech Trends in Materials\, Product Design and Packaging\, Processing\, Regulations\, and Sustainability \nSPE’s Medical Plastics MiniTec will be held Monday February 3rd through Tuesday February 4th\, a day prior to and concurrent with the first day of the 2025 MD&M West Expo & Conference in the Anaheim Convention Center. \nInnovations in medical plastics and associated applications are rapidly advancing in exciting ways\, enabling therapies and new devices that improve patients’ quality of life. Concurrently\, the medical device and healthcare industries face several new and evolving challenges related to materials\, regulatory requirements\, product design\, and materials characterization and validation in order to ensure better outcomes for patients while being mindful of environment waste and sustainability efforts. Join us for a two-day program with experts in the medical plastics industries that explore these topics and more! \nTopics include: \n\nInnovations in Medical Polymer Materials\nNew Product Designs Enabled by Medical Polymers\nSustainability of Medical Polymers Throughout the Product Lifecycle\nMaterials & Methods to Address Evolving Regulations and Improve Patient Safety\nEvolving Sterilization Technologies to Improve Safety\nAdvances in Next-Generation Polymer Processing\n\nRegistration & more information: https://www.mdmwest.com/en/education/conference/spe-mpd-minitec.html \nSponsorship Opportunities are still available! MiniTec 2025 – Sponsoring Opportunities – 31-July-2024 \nPreliminary Program: MiniTec West 2025 Program Ver1 URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/medical-plastics-minitec-2025-medical-polymers-improving-the-quality-of-life/ LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center\, 800 West Katella Avenue\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802-3415\, United States CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Len Czuba":MAILTO:lczuba@czubaenterprises.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240205T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T170000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20231226T163519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T043908Z UID:1300-1707120000-1707238800@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:2024 MPD MiniTec: Medical Plastics - Innovations for Life DESCRIPTION:SPE’s Medical Plastics MiniTec will be held Monday February 5th and Tuesday February 6th\, a day prior to and concurrent with the first day of the 2024 MD&M West Expo &  Conference in the Anaheim Convention Center. \nInnovations in medical plastics and associated applications are rapidly advancing in exciting ways. Concurrently\, the medical device and healthcare industries face several new and evolving challenges related to materials\, regulatory requirements\, product design\, and materials characterization and validation in order to ensure better outcomes for patients while being mindful of plastic wastes in the environment and focusing efforts on sustainability. Join us for a two-day program with experts in the medical plastics industries that explore these topics and more. \nTopics include:\n Innovations in Resins\, Surface Modifications\, and Processing\n Silicones Bringing New Benefits & the Use of Surface Modifications\n Global Impact of PFAS on Medical Polymers & Devices\n Progress Updates in Sustainability of Medical Polymers\n New Product Designs Highlighting & Enabled by Medical Polymers\n Characterization & Validation of Medical Devices\n Drug Delivery & Novel Processing of Medical Polymers \nPoster Sessions:\nIn addition to this technical program from the podium\, this MiniTec will feature a poster session with additional presentations unable to be squeezed into the live program. These posters will be on display in the conference room and Mezzanine level hallway between the escalators and the conference rooms. The posters will be displayed throughout the conference program for three days! Make sure you take time to view this work! \nA special keynote speaker\, Dr. Maureen Reitman\, will present after lunch on the first day of the program. \nThese live technical presentations combined with an enjoyable Membership Reception allowing us to continue our discussion and view the poster offerings. Join us for this must-attend event! We look forward to seeing you and your colleagues there! Don’t miss it! \nTo register click here: https://www.imengineeringwest.com/en/education/conference/spe-mpd-minitec.html \nPlease see our MiniTec Flyer: MiniTec 24 Flyer v11 22Dec23 LC (003) URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/2024-mpd-minitec-medical-plastics-innovations-for-life/ LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center\, 800 West Katella Avenue\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802-3415\, United States CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Len Czuba":MAILTO:lczuba@czubaenterprises.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20240102T230714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T044047Z UID:1318-1704909600-1704913200@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:Medical Plastics Division Webinar - Plastics Rheology in Micro Injection Molding DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first Medical Plastics Webinar of 2024! \n  \nMedical Plastics Division “Happy Hour Speaker Series” \nFeaturing: Patrick Haney from MTD Micromolding \n \nWednesday\, January 10\, 2024\, 6:00p – 7:00p EST \n  \nAgenda: \n6:00 Welcome / Introductions / Review Session Format \n6:05 Introduce our featured speaker\, Patrick Haney \n6:30 Begin Q&A & continue “Happy Hour” discussion \n7:00 Wrap up and Thanks to all for participating\, especially Patrick! \n  \nTitle: Plastics Rheology in Micro Injection Molding \nAbstract: It is widely considered that plastics in the molten state demonstrate non-Newtonian flow behavior. In the large majority of cases\, this assumption is correct and reliable. However in the extreme shear environments of micro injection molding\, shear thinning behavior is often pushed to the limits into a region sometimes referred to as “the second Newtonian plateau”. In this presentation\, we will discuss conventional plastics flow behavior and  explore some of the phenomena that occur under extreme shear exposure. Some side effects of these behavioral changes to the resultant molded product will also be discussed. \n  \nSpeaker info: \nPatrick Haney \n814.706.8838 – MTD Micro Molding \nPHaney@mtdmicromolding.com \n________________________________________________________________________________ \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer\, mobile app or room device \nClick here to join the meeting \nMeeting ID: 326 434 432 394\nPasscode: TFNMB6 \nDownload Teams | Join on the web \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 213-437-3346\,\,551038774#   United States\, Los Angeles \nPhone Conference ID: 551 038 774# \nFind a local number | Reset PIN \nLearn More | Meeting options \n________________________________________________________________________________ \n  URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/medical-plastics-division-webinar-plastics-rheology-in-micro-injection-molding/ LOCATION:Virtual Conference CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Len Czuba":MAILTO:lczuba@czubaenterprises.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230206T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230207T170000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20221019T195654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T214216Z UID:1269-1675670400-1675789200@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:SPE Medical Plastics Division MiniTec 2023 DESCRIPTION:SPE’s MiniTec 2023 \nInnovation in medical plastics continues in the form of new materials\, improved processing methods\, new designs for devices and packages and new sustainability initiatives. This is despite the many new challenges that MedTech has faced in the form of the pandemic limitations\, supply chain challenges and new regulations. Trends in the industry have also helped define new approaches for innovation and best practices to demonstrate effective and safe medical technologies. \nJoin medical plastics experts as they share the latest\, including: \n\nEnabling materials for medical device technology\nPrecision and tight tolerance molding\nProcess optimization and design\nSustainable solutions for medical devices\nCompliance in the current device climate\nAdvanced processing methods\nNew developments in chemical evaluation\, resins and implantables\nPanel discussions featuring industry experts\n\nThis year’s MiniTec will be a two-day event Starting Monday morning and extending through Tuesday evening and will include multiple networking opportunities with industry leaders. SPE’s Medical Plastic Division will also feature table-top exhibitors in the conference room and our popular poster session display with more information for Plastics and MedTech professionals. Don’t miss it! \nREGISTER ON-LINE HERE: https://www.imengineeringwest.com/en/education/conference-partners.html \nCONFERENCE AGENDA: MiniTec 23 Schedule Draft 11-23-22 LC (002) URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/spe-medical-plastics-division-minitec-2023/ LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center\, 800 West Katella Avenue\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802-3415\, United States CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Len Czuba":MAILTO:lczuba@czubaenterprises.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T210000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20220920T203148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T185558Z UID:1256-1665594000-1665608400@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:“Hot Topics in the Medical Devices Industry” and Recognition of Our New Emeritus Member: Glenn Beall DESCRIPTION:The Society of Plastics Engineers Medical Plastics Division joint meeting with the Chicago and Milwaukee Sections will host an evening of\n“Hot Topics in the Medical Devices Industry” and Recognition of Our New Emeritus Member: Glenn Beall \n“Hot Topics in the Medical Devices industry” event: this is a live in-person event and you will need to register. \nPaul Calhoon and our friends at the SPE Chicago Section are handling registration at this link: \nhttps://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ejd0dnhe408ab11d&oseq=&c=&ch= URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/hot-topics-in-the-medical-devices-industry-and-recognition-of-our-new-emeritus-member-glenn-beall/ LOCATION:Holiday Inn Gurnee\, 6161 West Grand Avenue\, Gurnee\, 60031\, United States CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Len Czuba":MAILTO:lczuba@czubaenterprises.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220412T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220412T180000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20220225T214447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T195207Z UID:1230-1649748600-1649786400@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:2022 MPD MiniTec - "Back to the Future with Medical Plastics" DESCRIPTION:MedPlasticsMiniTec_22_flyer_8x11 x2 \nMiniTec 22 Promo Letter v3x 18Feb22 \nMiniTec 22 Sponsors Tabletops Posters v2x 18Feb22 URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/2022-mpd-minitec-back-to-the-future-with-medical-plastics/ LOCATION:PA CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Len Czuba":MAILTO:lczuba@czubaenterprises.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220406T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220406T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20220329T213738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T195249Z UID:1237-1649268000-1649271600@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:Medical Plastics Division Virtual Technical Forum and Monthly Networking - April DESCRIPTION:EXTERNAL EMAIL: Use caution before replying\, clicking links\, and opening attachments. \n  \n  \n  \n—–Original Appointment—–\nFrom: Pierre Moulinie\nSent: Tuesday\, February 15\, 2022 4:28 PM\nTo: Pierre Moulinie; Gregorio.Velez@stryker.com; Vijay.Kudchadkar@Westfall-Technik.com; ned.e.lemaster@dupont.com; mreitman@exponent.com; Kumin.Yang@bsci.com; VDave1@its.jnj.com; lczuba@czubaenterprises.com; suneel.bandi@evonik.com; Don.DeMello@celanese.com; glennbeallplas@msn.com; ashter2000@gmail.com; ajay.padsalgikar@dsm.com; amin.sedighiamiri@astrazeneca.com; anil.mahapatro@wichita.edu; bmwright@teel.com; jenniferhoffman@eurofinseag.com; jmchoff@gmail.com; kulwicki_kyle@network.lilly.com; kyle.kulwicki@kimballelectronics.com; m_hanna@yahoo.com; makoto.yamaguchi@ewikonusa.com; mwallick@invibio.com; natedoyle@gmail.com; nathan.rader-edkin@bd.com; rayyar@lilly.com; rklein@atricure.com; satyamkumar.modi@terumobct.com; selvaanish.selvam@clariant.com; shah@tepha.com; wjaekel@teel.com; sanjayodak@msn.com; cmartin@leistritz-extrusion.com; mbulsari5@gmail.com; reeves_kristine_anne@lilly.com; KuteS@battelle.org; steele@battelle.org; lafreniere@battelle.org; Wayne@rjrsafety.com; boydde@battelle.org; Martin.Gibler@stress.com; jeremy.hemingway@stress.com; mmarcus@ewi.org; drobinson@ewi.org; aghosh@fostercomp.com; erikfoltz@gmail.com; prsdraut@gmail.com; stephanie.steichen@dupont.com; akiezulas@coatings2go.com; Rob.Haley@celanese.com; vsastri@winovia.com; Daniel.Gorsky@stress.com; rtatu@psnlabs.com; joanne@zetascientific.com; Tony.Walder@lubrizol.com; Jennifer.Green@Lubrizol.com; smata@LHBlind.org; JEllis@ewi.org; c.moran@compoundingsolutions.net\nCc: Diana Peninger; John Smothers; Raeginia Shepherd\nSubject: Medical Plastics Division Virtual Technical Forum and Monthly Networking – March\nWhen: Wednesday\, April 6\, 2022 6:00 PM-7:00 PM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).\nWhere: Microsoft Teams Meeting \n  \nNote the new time for this meeting (March has been cancelled… this presentation will take place at our April telco). \n  \n  \n  \nAPRIL SCHEDULE \n  \nSpeaker: \nVinny Sastri \nWinovia LLC \nvsastri@winovia.com; \n  \n  \nTitle and Abstract: \n  \nFocus on the Latest Regulatory and Risk Management Requirements for Medical Plastics \n  \nThe last five years have brought about significant changes to global regulatory and risk management requirements for medical devices\, including stringent considerations for the plastics used in these applications. The requirements stem from the European Medical Device and In-Vitro Device Regulations (EU MDR and EU IVDR)\, the biocompatibility standard ISO 10993:2018 and risk management for medical devices ISO 14971:2019. The General Safety and Performance Requirements in the EU MDR and EU IVDR stipulate several requisites (including risk management) when considering plastics for medical device applications. In addition\, biocompatibility must be linked to the risk management process. The FDA has also published a guidance document on biocompatibility and risk management requirements. This presentation will highlight the key regulatory and risk management requirements for plastics and their additives used in medical devices all the way from design and development to processing\, manufacturing and use. \n  \n________________________________________________________________________________ \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app \nClick here to join the meeting \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 213-437-3346\,\,650163720#   United States\, Los Angeles \nPhone Conference ID: 650 163 720# \nFind a local number | Reset PIN \nLearn More | Meeting options \n________________________________________________________________________________ \n  \nWhat:                   Medical Plastic Division – Virtual Technical Forum & Networking Event \n  \nWhen:                  1st Wednesday of the Month; 6PM-7PM EDT \n  \nAgenda:               6:00PM-6:30PM EDT          Invited Speaker / Technical Seminar (20 min seminar; 10 min Q&A) \n6:30PM-7:00PM EDT          Networking (topical break out rooms lead by BoD members) \n  \nThis is a free event open to anyone interested in informally meeting and networking with the Medical Plastics Division.  \n  \nPlease email Louis Somlai or Pierre Moulinie to be added to the distribution or if you are interested in presenting \n  \n  \n  URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/medical-plastics-division-virtual-technical-forum-and-monthly-networking-april/ LOCATION:Virtual Conference CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Pierre Moulinie":MAILTO:pierre.moulinie@covestro.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220202T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220202T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20220106T195826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220106T195917Z UID:1218-1643824800-1643828400@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:Medical Plastic Division – Virtual Technical Forum & Networking Event - FEBRUARY 2022 DESCRIPTION:Title: Manufacturing of Micro Medical Parts without Cold Runners \nAbstract: \nMicro medical parts are often molded out of expensive resins such as PEEK or PLGA. Conventional technology requires molders to use cold runners to mold micro parts. The weight of the cold runner volume can be 2X to 50X the weight of the part. The cold runner also significantly increases the cycle time and secondary molding operations. The combination of increased material usage and length cycle times results in higher part costs\, increased waste\, and higher energy consumption. \nIn this presentation\, Westfall will present how a proprietary molding machine and process was used to eliminate cold runners from micro molding of medical parts. Case studies showing micro molding of bioabsorbable resins and PEEK bone screws will be presented – which resulted in a significant reduction in part costs\, material usage\, and energy consumption. \nSpeaker: \nBio: \n\n\n\n\nVijay Kudchadkar is the Director of Advanced Engineering for Westfall Technik. Vijay is a Plastics Engineer with 16 years of experience in injection molding\, specializing in material properties\, hot runners\, screw design\, micro molding\, and flow simulation. Vijay also has 8 years of experience in extrusion\, thermoforming\, and blow molding\, and has numerous publications and 9 patents in the field of polymer processing. Vijay is an active member of the Society of Plastics Engineers and is currently the Councillor of SPE Ontario and Newsletter editor for the SPE Medical Plastics Division. \n \n\n\n\nVijay Kudchadkar BEng (Polymer); MS (Plastics) \nDirector of Advanced Engineering \nWestfall Technik\, Inc. \n  \nThis is a free event open to anyone interested in informally meeting and networking with the Medical Plastics Division.  \n  \nPlease email Louis Somlai or Pierre Moulinie to be added to the distribution or if you are interested in presenting \n________________________________________________________________________________ \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app \nClick here to join the meeting \nJoin with a video conferencing device \n531592390@t.plcm.vc \nVideo Conference ID: 113 287 052 4 \nAlternate VTC dialing instructions \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 317-759-7011\,\,66809426#   United States\, Indianapolis \nPhone Conference ID: 668 094 26# \nFind a local number | Reset PIN \nYou are invited to an Eli Lilly and Company hosted virtual meeting. Any audio or visual recording must comply with applicable Lilly policies and procedures. Reference above link for help or visit www.lilly.com/privacy for Lilly’s privacy practices. \nLearn More | Help | Meeting options \n________________________________________________________________________________ URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/medical-plastic-division-virtual-technical-forum-networking-event-february-2022/ LOCATION:Virtual Conference CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Pierre Moulinie":MAILTO:pierre.moulinie@covestro.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220105T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220105T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20220104T005615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220104T005615Z UID:1213-1641405600-1641409200@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:Medical Plastics Division Monthly Virtual Networking Hour - January 2022 DESCRIPTION:Speaker: \nDan Gorsky \nTitle: \nPolymers in Ultra-Cold Environments in Packaging and Devices \nAbstract \nThe role of polymers in the successful implementation of new pharmaceutical drugs and medical devices/packaging is increasing as products become more sensitive to environment. To manage stability and integrity\, products are stored and shipped at ultra-cold temperatures (<-40°F); a temperature range at which many traditional polymers are not well understood at an application level. This presentation highlights the level to which polymers can be characterized and analyzed to understand from a fundamental physics perspective whether there is a technical right for success of these applications. Through characterization testing at ultracold temperatures\, TMA and Analytical modeling\, and thermocouple instrumentation to identify necessary temperature constraints\, packaging and products can be de-risked prior to shipping valuable product. \n________________________________________________________________________________ \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app \nClick here to join the meeting \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 213-437-3346\,\,70410008#   United States\, Los Angeles \nPhone Conference ID: 704 100 08# \nFind a local number | Reset PIN \nLearn More | Meeting options URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/medical-plastics-division-monthly-virtual-networking-hour-january-2022/ LOCATION:PA CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Louis Somlai":MAILTO:somlai_louis@lilly.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211201T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211201T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20211006T205711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211106T111818Z UID:1201-1638381600-1638385200@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:Medical Plastic Division – Virtual Technical Forum & Networking Events - FALL 2021 Series - DECEMBER DESCRIPTION:As members of the Medical Plastics Division\, you are cordially invited to join the MPD Board of Directors for an informal virtual meeting to chat\, catch-up\, and network. \n  \nWe will kick off the meeting with a presentation from an invited speaker (including a short Questions & Answers session)\, followed by a “half-hour social” to network virtually.\n\n\nFor more details or meeting invite please email:  \nLouis Somlai or Pierre Moulinie.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, December 1st   \n6:00-6:30 PM EDT \n“Compounding in a GMP Environment:  Managing Melt Temperature (and avoid degradation) in a Twin Screw Extruder” \n– Charlie Martin\, President/GM \nLeistritz Extrusion \n6:30-7:00 PM EDT \nNetworking (topical break out rooms lead by MPD Board of Director members)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app \nClick here to join the meeting \nJoin with a video conferencing device \n531592390@t.plcm.vc \nVideo Conference ID: 113 287 052 4 \nAlternate VTC dialing instructions \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 317-759-7011\,\,66809426#   United States\, Indianapolis \nPhone Conference ID: 668 094 26# \nFind a local number | Reset PIN \nYou are invited to an Eli Lilly and Company hosted virtual meeting. Any audio or visual recording must comply with applicable Lilly policies and procedures. Reference above link for help or visit www.lilly.com/privacy for Lilly’s privacy practices. \nLearn More | Help | Meeting options \n________________________________________________________________________________ \n  URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/medical-plastic-division-virtual-technical-forum-networking-events-fall-2021-series-december/ LOCATION:Virtual Conference CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Louis Somlai":MAILTO:somlai_louis@lilly.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211103T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211103T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20211006T205253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T182317Z UID:1198-1635962400-1635966000@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:Medical Plastic Division – Virtual Technical Forum & Networking Events - FALL 2021 Series - NOVEMBER DESCRIPTION:As members of the Medical Plastics Division\, you are cordially invited to join the MPD Board of Directors for an informal virtual meeting to chat\, catch-up\, and network. \n  \nWe will kick off the meeting with a presentation from an invited speaker (including a short Questions & Answers session)\, followed by a “half-hour social” to network virtually.\n\n\nFor more details or meeting invite please email:  \nLouis Somlai or Pierre Moulinie.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, November 3rd \n6:00-6:30 PM EDT \n“Wearable Medical Devices\nthat Stay Put” \n– Joanne Moody\, Principal Consultant \nZeta Scientific LLC \n6:30-7:00 PM EDT \nNetworking (topical break out rooms lead by MPD Board of Director members)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app \nClick here to join the meeting \nJoin with a video conferencing device \n531592390@t.plcm.vc \nVideo Conference ID: 113 287 052 4 \nAlternate VTC dialing instructions \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 317-759-7011\,\,66809426#   United States\, Indianapolis \nPhone Conference ID: 668 094 26# \nFind a local number | Reset PIN \nYou are invited to an Eli Lilly and Company hosted virtual meeting. Any audio or visual recording must comply with applicable Lilly policies and procedures. Reference above link for help or visit www.lilly.com/privacy for Lilly’s privacy practices. \nLearn More | Help | Meeting options URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/medical-plastic-division-virtual-technical-forum-networking-events-fall-2021-series-november/ LOCATION:Virtual Conference CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Louis Somlai":MAILTO:somlai_louis@lilly.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211006T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211006T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20211002T164843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T181827Z UID:1193-1633543200-1633546800@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:October Virtual Technical Forum & Networking Event DESCRIPTION:As members of the Medical Plastics Division\, you are cordially invited to join the MPD Board of Directors for an informal virtual meeting to chat\, catch-up\, and network. \n  \nWe will kick off the meeting with a presentation from an invited speaker (including a short Questions & Answers session)\, followed by a “half-hour social” to network virtually.\n\n\nFor more details or meeting invite please email:  \nLouis Somlai or Pierre Moulinie.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 10th \n6:00-6:30 PM EDT \n“Derlin® Renewable Attributed: Advancing Sustainability through Leading Environmental Impact Profile” \n– by Ned LeMaster\, Applications Development Consultant for Medical Markets\, DuPont \n6:30-7:00 PM EDT \nNetworking (topical break out rooms lead by MPD Board of Director members) URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/october-virtual-technical-forum-networking-event/ LOCATION:Virtual Conference CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Louis Somlai":MAILTO:somlai_louis@lilly.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210810T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210810T170000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20210313T185047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210701T213817Z UID:1119-1628582400-1628614800@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:Medical Plastics to Help Save the World - 2021 MiniTec DESCRIPTION:The SPE Medical Plastics Division is happy to announce MiniTec 2021 \n “Medical Plastics to Help Save the World” \nTo be a LIVE In-Person event within the MD&M Conference Program \nAugust 10\, 2021\, Anaheim\, CA URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/medical-plastics-to-help-save-the-world-2021-minitec/ LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center\, 800 West Katella Avenue\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802-3415\, United States CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mpd.4spe.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/favicon.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ned LeMaster":MAILTO:ned.e.lemaster@dupont.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210707T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210707T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20210616T235442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210616T235442Z UID:1176-1625680800-1625684400@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:Medical Plastic Division – July 2021 Virtual Technical Forum & Networking Event DESCRIPTION:Title: Developing Cost Effective and Reliable Plastic Medical Products \nPresented by: Jeff Ellis PhD\, Senior Technical Leader\, EWI \n  \nAbstract: \nMedical device failures occur more often than we would like. Many times\, these failures stem from material\, design\, or processing issues. During this presentation strategies for fielding robust medical products will be discussed through capabilities and case studies. Topics will include material selection\, polymer welding (ultrasonic\, laser\, IR\, spin\, etc.)\, dissimilar material joining\, modeling\, and characterization. Case studies will be used to show novel applications for small parts\, as thin as 0.003 inches\, and continuous fiber filled thermoplastics. The audience will gain an understanding of new ways to join and assemble medical devices in a cost effective and reliable manner. \n  \nAbout EWI: \nEWI empowers industry leaders to overcome complex manufacturing challenges and integrate new processes to bring products to market more quickly and efficiently. Since 1984\, EWI’s comprehensive engineering services have helped companies identify\, develop\, and implement the best options for their specific applications. Backed by unmatched professional expertise\, state-of-the-art lab facilities\, and technology resources\, EWI offers customized solutions that deliver game-changing results. \n  \nThis invite is a calendar place holder. Meeting specifics (speaker\, title/abstract) will be updated here. \n  \nWhat:                   Medical Plastic Division – Virtual Technical Forum & Networking Event \n  \nWhen:                  1st Wednesday of the Month; 6PM-7PM EDT \n  \nAgenda:               6:00PM-6:30PM EDT          Invited Speaker / Technical Seminar (20 min seminar; 10 min Q&A) \n6:30PM-7:00PM EDT          Networking (topical break out rooms lead by BoD members) \n  \nThis is a free event open to anyone interested in informally meeting and networking with the Medical Plastics Division.  \n  \nEmail Louis Somlai or Pierre Moulinie to be added to the distribution or if you are interested in presenting \n________________________________________________________________________________ \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app \nClick here to join the meeting \nJoin with a video conferencing device \n531592390@t.plcm.vc \nVideo Conference ID: 113 287 052 4 \nAlternate VTC dialing instructions \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 317-759-7011\,\,66809426#   United States\, Indianapolis \nPhone Conference ID: 668 094 26# \nFind a local number | Reset PIN \nYou are invited to an Eli Lilly and Company hosted virtual meeting. Any audio or visual recording must comply with applicable Lilly policies and procedures. Reference above link for help or visit www.lilly.com/privacy for Lilly’s privacy practices. \nLearn More | Help | Meeting options \n________________________________________________________________________________ URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/medical-plastic-division-july-2021-virtual-technical-forum-networking-event/ LOCATION:Virtual Conference CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mpd.4spe.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/spempdlogo.png ORGANIZER;CN="Louis Somlai":MAILTO:somlai_louis@lilly.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210602T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210602T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20210516T223229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210516T223229Z UID:1159-1622656800-1622660400@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:June 2021 - Virtual Technical Forum & Networking Event DESCRIPTION:As members of the Medical Plastics Division\, you are cordially invited to join the MPD Board of Directors for an informal virtual meeting to chat\, catch-up\, and network. \n  \nWe will kick off the meeting with a presentation from an invited speaker (including a short Questions & Answers session)\, followed by a “half-hour social” to network virtually. \n  \nFor more details or meeting invite please email: \nLouis Somlai or Pierre Moulinie\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday June 2\, 2021 \n6:00-6:30PM EDT \n“Computational Modeling for Medical Device Regulatory Submissions per ASME V&V40”\n– by Dr. Nilesh Billade\, Senior Associate\, Stress Engineering Services Inc. \n6:30-7:00PM \nNetworking (topical break out rooms lead by MPD Board of Director members)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nComputational Modeling for Medical Device Regulatory Submissions per ASME V&V40 \nAbstract: \nThere is a growing acceptance and reliance on computational modeling and simulation as scientific evidence for regulatory submissions. The FDA has included this in its strategic plan for regulatory science through several specific initiatives. With growing use of computational modeling and simulation for medical device submissions\, there is a critical need to ensure that the models represent an appropriate approximation of reality. The ASME V&V 40 (2018) standard provides a risk-informed credibility assessment framework for computational modeling\, specifically intended for medical devices. The credibility assessment is performed through a series of verification and validation activities for the computational model. The presentation will provide an overview of the ASME V&V 40 process along with a few case studies. \n  \nSpeaker & Bio: \nNilesh Billade\, PhD. \nSenior Associate\, Stress Engineering Services\, Inc. \n  \nDr. Billade is a Senior Associate at Stress Engineering Services. He earned his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in mechanical engineering from the University of Cincinnati. His primary areas of interest include mechanical testing and numerical characterization of linear and non-linear engineering materials and biomaterials\, and advanced nonlinear computational modeling techniques\, such as the finite element analyses (FEA). He has 12 years of engineering work experience in the use of these techniques for innovation\, product design and development\, and optimization of a variety of products in the medical device and consumer products industries. Relevant experience includes: (a) Shipping and distribution simulation of a sterile barrier system and verification and validation of the computational model under the framework provided by ASME V&V40 Standard (b) Product integrity evaluation of a drug delivery system through its shelf life\, using computational modeling and testing. \n  \n________________________________________________________________________________ \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app \nClick here to join the meeting \nJoin with a video conferencing device \n531592390@t.plcm.vc \nVideo Conference ID: 113 287 052 4 \nAlternate VTC dialing instructions \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 317-759-7011\,\,66809426#   United States\, Indianapolis \nPhone Conference ID: 668 094 26# \nFind a local number | Reset PIN \nYou are invited to an Eli Lilly and Company hosted virtual meeting. Any audio or visual recording must comply with applicable Lilly policies and procedures. Reference above link for help or visit www.lilly.com/privacy for Lilly’s privacy practices. \nLearn More | Help | Meeting options \n________________________________________________________________________________ \n  URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/june-2021-virtual-technical-forum-networking-event/ LOCATION:Virtual Conference CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Louis Somlai":MAILTO:somlai_louis@lilly.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T180000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20210415T044456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T044749Z UID:1147-1620234000-1620237600@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:SPE Medical Plastic Division – Virtual Technical Forum & Networking Event - MAY 2021 DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \nWhat:                   Medical Plastic Division – Virtual Technical Forum & Networking Event \nWhen:                  1st Wednesday of the Month; 5PM-6PM EST \nAgenda: \n5:00PM-5:30PM     Invited Speaker / Technical Seminar \n5:30PM-6:00PM     Networking (topical break out rooms lead by BoD members) \nPresentation:     “Innovating Inside the Box: Challenges & Considerations When Customizing a ‘Platform’ Delivery Device” \nSpeaker:              Doug Boyd\, PE\, PMP\nVice President\, Device Development – Medical Device Solutions\nBattelle Memorial Institute \nAnyone interested in informally meeting and networking with the Medical Plastics Division is welcome to join.  \nEmail Louis Somlai or Pierre Moulinie \n________________________________________________________________________________ \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app \nClick here to join the meeting \nJoin with a video conferencing device \n531592390@t.plcm.vc \nVideo Conference ID: 113 287 052 4 \nAlternate VTC dialing instructions \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 317-759-7011\,\,66809426#   United States\, Indianapolis \nPhone Conference ID: 668 094 26# \nFind a local number | Reset PIN \nYou are invited to an Eli Lilly and Company hosted virtual meeting. Any audio or visual recording must comply with applicable Lilly policies and procedures. Reference above link for help or visit www.lilly.com/privacy for Lilly’s privacy practices. \nLearn More | Help | Meeting options \n________________________________________________________________________________ \n  URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/spe-medical-plastic-division-virtual-technical-forum-networking-event-may-2021/ LOCATION:Virtual Conference CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Louis Somlai":MAILTO:somlai_louis@lilly.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210407T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210407T180000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20210324T202253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T202254Z UID:1124-1617814800-1617818400@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:Medical Plastic Division – APRIL 2021 - Virtual Technical Forum & Networking Event DESCRIPTION:What:                   Medical Plastic Division – Virtual Technical Forum & Networking Event \nWhen:                  1st Wednesday of the Month; 5PM-6PM EST \nAgenda:               5:00PM-5:30PM                Invited Speaker / Technical Seminar (see below) \n5:30PM-6:00PM                Networking (topical break out rooms lead by BoD members) \nSpeaker:              Mercy P. Bulsari MASc \nPresentation:    “Plastics world – Sustainability and Circular Economy with the help of compounding and value-add product modifiers” \nAnyone interested in informally meeting and networking with the Medical Plastics Division is welcome to join.  \nEmail Louis Somlai or Pierre Moulinie URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/medical-plastic-division-april-2021-virtual-technical-forum-networking-event/ LOCATION:Virtual Conference CATEGORIES:Technical Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Louis Somlai":MAILTO:somlai_louis@lilly.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201214T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201214T153000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20201001T000421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T230356Z UID:1097-1607956200-1607959800@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Medical Plastics: Making the Right Choice DESCRIPTION:Abstract\nThis presentation will include important design parameters that should be considered when specifying a plastic for a medical device. It will also recommend resources for aiding you during the selection process. The interrelationships between polymer structure and physical properties will be highlighted as well as polymer classifications. Examples of medical devices will be included toward the end of the presentation demonstrating how this information can be applied to real world applications. \nAbout the Speaker\nMichael Paloian is president of Integrated Design Systems\, Inc. (IDS)\, located in Oyster Bay\, New York. Michael has an undergraduate degree in Plastics Engineering from UMass Lowell and a Masters of Industrial Design from Rhode Island School of Design. Mr. Paloian has an in-depth knowledge of designing parts in numerous processes and materials\, including plastics\, metals and composites. Mr. Paloian holds more than 40 patents was past chair of SPE RMD and PD3. He frequently speaks at SPE\, SPI\, ARM\, MD&D\, and IDSA conferences. Michael has also written hundreds of design related articles for many publications. \nMichael has designed numerous medical devices ranging from MRI scanners and blood analyzers to endoscopes as well as dental products. His broad range of experience in medical device design has always challenged him with selecting the optimum plastic based on diverse product requirements. URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/medical-plastics-making-the-right-choice/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T153000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20200930T235628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T225646Z UID:1093-1606919400-1606923000@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Taking out the Trash — Plastics Design for the End-of-Life DESCRIPTION:Abstract\nNothing lasts forever. Great products might not last forever\, but they usually last a long time. But no matter how great the product is\, there will come a point in time where a thing no longer has any value. It then becomes waste. To be thrown in the trash. And then what? \nHow do you design a product to account for its expected end of life? Or an unexpected end? How do you evaluate materials based on what happens at their end of life? What tools are there? How to use them? What’s next? For plastics\, and for the industry. \nAbout the Speaker\n \nEric R. Larson is a mechanical engineer with decades of experience in designing with plastics. For more than 30 years he has been helping companies bridge the gap between “what if” and “wow.” Products he has worked on include boogie boards\, water basketball games\, SCUBA diving equipment\, disposable lighters\, cell phones\, and hand-held medical devices. They are used – and discarded – by people all around the world. \nHe often writes about the effective use of plastics through the plastic trade press\, and on his blog site plasticsguy.com. His book Thermoplastic Materials Selection: A Practical Guide was released in 2015 and is currently in over 450 university libraries in more than 20 countries. URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/webinar-taking-out-the-trash-plastics-design-for-the-end-of-life/ LOCATION:PA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200811T131500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200812T161500 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20200802T235005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200802T235107Z UID:1079-1597151700-1597248900@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:Plastics in Medical Manufacturing: The Virtual Edition DESCRIPTION: URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/plastics-in-medical-manufacturing-the-virtual-edition/ LOCATION:Virtual Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200305T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200305T130000 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20200225T023547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200225T023547Z UID:1054-1583409600-1583413200@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Biocompatibility of Raw Materials for Medical Devices DESCRIPTION: URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/webinar-biocompatibility-of-raw-materials-for-medical-devices/ LOCATION:Webinar via Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200210 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200211 DTSTAMP:20260411T192721 CREATED:20191219T214032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T214032Z UID:176-1581292800-1581379199@mpd.4spe.org SUMMARY:Medical Plastics Minitec 2020 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://mpd.4spe.org/event/medical-plastics-minitec-2020/ LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center\, 800 West Katella Avenue\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802-3415\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Ned LeMaster":MAILTO:ned.e.lemaster@dupont.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR