Extrusion International 2-2023

15 Extrusion International 2/2023 en and recognized expert in the field of fluoropolymers. Schlipf is a guest lecturer at Aalen University in the field of "Plastics in Mechanical and Lightweight Engineering" and has played a key role in organizing the processors and manufacturers of fluoropolymers in the pro-K. The renowned SKZ symposium will focus on the im- portant role of fluoropolymers in current megatrends, as well as existing and newmaterials and their applications, especially in the field of innovative drive concepts and regenerative energies. Especially for the chemical indus- try, biotechnology and the pharmaceutical industry as well as the electronic/semiconductor industry, innovative system solutions are needed – through fluoropolymers. Marcel van den Noort and Deepak Kapoor from Gujarat Fluorochemicals GmbH in Hamburg will also address the ongoing debate on the PFAS ban in their presentation "Advocacy efforts for the exemption of fluoropolymers from PFAS restriction proposal". Similarly, the closing dis- cussion at the end of the first day will be dedicated to addressing the ongoing PFAS restriction. For more information and to register: www.skz.de/bildung/tagung/ innovations-using-fluoropolymers rPET recycl ing solutions viscoSHEET Up to 100% rPET and inhouse flakes processable at guaranteed iV-Levels for direct food contact. foodgrade without compromise NPE2024  The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) announced that NPE2024 has sold 1,024,462 sq. ft of exhibit space at this year’s in-person Space Draw event – a new record high with 982,000 sq. ft. sold in 2018. More than 1,100 exhibitors selected space across 1,259 booths in preparation for the return of the trade show on May 6-10, 2024 in Orlando, FL. “We are thrilled to see this level of commitment 14-months ahead of the show opening,” said Matt Seaholm, President and CEO of Plastics Indus - try Association. “The plastics industry has undergone incredible amounts of changes over the last few years and industry leaders are eager to show- case their latest innovations. The swift pace of floor space selections is a testament to NPE’s significance as the largest plastics products, materi- als and manufacturing show in the Americas. NPE2024 will represent the full plastics ecosystem and sup - ply chain – and servicing key markets like automotive, consumer, recycling, packaging, medical and building and construction. It's an incredibly posi- tive indication for NPE2024 and for the plastics industry as a whole.” NPE is held every three years as a five-day focal point event for the plastics industry. NPE2024 will feature the newest and most innovative plastics, mate- rials and manufacturing solutions will be on full display in one space. The latest product and service ad - vancements will be highlighted in seven technology zones including: Advanced Manufacturing Zone, Bottle Zone, Business Solution Zone, Materials Science Zone, Moldmak- ing Zone, Recycling & Sustainability Zone and the Packaging Zone. PLASTICS www.plasticsindustry.org NPE.org