On January 4, the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) announced a $52 million funding opportunity announcement (FOA) that will accelerate research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) in domestic manufacturing to strengthen America’s economic competitiveness and move the U.S. towards a net-zero carbon economy by 2050.

The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has released “The U.S. Plastics Industry in 2022 in Seven Charts,” a recap of the plastics industry 2022 economic performance, authored by Chief Economist, Dr. Perc Pineda.

According to the company, following unprecedented business growth, Applied Manufacturing Technologies has opened state-of-the-art facility, complementing production capabilities at nearby headquarters.

Hexagon AB announced the acquisition of LocLab, a leader in 3D digital twin content creation.

New orders of manufacturing technology totaled $457.7 million in October 2022, according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology.

The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) announced that Anthony DiGrado has been named Manager of Digital Affairs, effective immediately.

Lauded for her efforts in innovation, Lynn La Pietra, Ph.D., Digital Research and Development (R&D) Leader in Carestream’s Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) group, won a Silver Stevie® Award in the Most Innovative Woman of the Year – Technology category at the 2022 Stevie Awards for Women in Business.

2022 event saw increases in attendance, exhibitors and show floor size.

Ulicny brings 28 years of experience with DCS to the forefront as the new president and CEO.

Razorleaf Corporation  announced the appointment of Joseph A. Stock as the company’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO).