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Reader finds fault with ACC’s focus

We need a psychologist or the equivalent talking about why people are so quick to bash plastics, perhaps as part of a general fear of “chemicals” and the machinations of chemical companies — sisters to banks and insurance companies in this respect. Until you deal with such issues and get the messages out loud, you are pussyfooting around the real problems and wasting your members’ funds.

McCormick’s costs just part of problem

I have read your editorials about NPE and Chicago. It is about time someone spoke out about the ridiculous costs associated with McCormick Place. The costs continue to rise with little to no opportunity to do anything about it.

NYT’s 'The Haggler': insecure in manhood

Reader takes on “The Haggler” column in the New York Times.

Are Nebraska, Kansas possibilities for NPE?

The choice of where to hold NPE2012 should not be thought of as Chicago vs. Florida, but as “Where is the center of the lower 48 states and their nearby cities?”

Offering incentives will help curb litter

A partial solution to the problem of plastic bags and other plastic products floating in the middle of the Pacific Ocean is to put a recycling charge/refund on these products that is redeemable — much like the system that is currently in place [in some states] for items such as soda cans and plastic water bottles.

Reclassifying vinyl may aid sustainability

It certainly looks as though those groups doing battle with PVC are relentless and very likely misguided. Vinyl’s reputation, as well as the reputations of other polymer, is being maligned — all because dioxins are generated through combustion (a fact with considerable scientific discord on each side). The thinking is that all vinyl should be ranked with a failing grade.

Eco-profiles prove out claims

My colleagues and I agree that simply stating that a plastic is made from a renewable material does not go far enough.

Scorecard ‘hit list’ is gunning for PVC

My son is a good student, but if he ever got an “F” on a report card, his mother and I would talk it over with him and his teacher. We would determine what caused the grade and work on improving it. That’s not how it works with Clean Production Action. The group gave PVC an “F” on its “Scorecard” and indicated that’s as good a grade as it will ever get because PVC combustion forms dioxins.

A less cynical eye needed for recycling

An article in Plastics News caught my eye [Don Loepp’s Viewpoint, “Is plastics recycling a cynical strategy,” Sept. 21, Page 6]. My background of 20 years in Europe leads me to believe that [Plastic Pollution Coalition co-founder] Lisa Kaas Boyle has a bit to learn on world economics and the necessity of recycling.

Resolve bioplastics issues before launch

Terrence Blake wrote recently [“Bioproducts need tough, but fair look,” Sept. 21, Page 7] with a caution about recyclers’ objections to polylactic acid being used in bottles until concerns over its impact on recycling systems are resolved.

Support bottle fees — plastic or otherwise

Carlos Petzold’s letter [“Plastics should take lead in bottle debate,” Sept. 21, Page 7] makes an excellent point. We in our industry need to work toward a joint solution in dealing with human nature — if we don’t help construct the rules, we may not like the results.

Firm irked at NPE show

This year’s NPE [held June 22-26 in Chicago] was the fifth consecutive show for Pipe Coil Technology Ltd. and considered [by the firm] to be a success. Unfortunately, NPE2009 was marred and frustrated by the positioning of a competitor’s booth no more than 15 feet from our booth.

Bans not the answer

Don Loepp’s Viewpoint [“Is plastic’s image root of bag bans?” June 15, Page 6] was well crafted and presented. While it did not directly answer the question, the [headline] was the “lead-in” to the real topic, anyway.

Industry supportive, even in bleak times

No question, these are challenging times for the plastics industry. As part of the leadership of Milacron LLC, I’m well aware of this reality. At the same time, I’m also upbeat about our industry and our company. Here’s why.

Plastics should take lead in bottle debate

We have all read many times in Plastics News the industry’s view that manufacturers of plastics are not to blame for litter and all of the negative things that environmentalists hate about plastics. In my opinion, the plastics industry should stop fighting legislation against plastics that address environmental responsibility.

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