Welcome to Interplas 2011

Accept no imitations. Interplas is THE event for the plastics industry in the UK.
It is the ideal forum for anyone who comes into contact with plastics during the manufacturing process to learn of the latest developments in polymer processing technology. From machines to materials to software and contract manufacturing services, Interplas covers the complete spectrum of the plastic industry and enables the visitor to find everything they need to improve their business and stay ahead of their competitors.


Essential Show Information
Dates: 27th, 28th, 29th September 2011
Times: 10am to 5pm (4pm on the 29th)
Venue: Hall 4, NEC, Birmingham, UK

Plastics Design Intelligence Initiative
New for Interplas 2011 is the PDI initiative. If you design or develop new products in plastics then lookout for this logo on stands, it indicates that they might be able to assist you with your project. There is also a dedicated PDI Seminar Theatre staged within the Interplas Hall 4. The 2011 programme and other Keynote presenters can be found HERE.

British Centre of Excellence
The new “British Centre Of Excellence” feature zone, located in the very heart of the exhibition. Here some of Britain’s finest end products will be paraded, demonstrating the UK’s expertise in this area of manufacturing.

The Green Room Seminar Sessions

The Green Room is one of three seminar programmes being staged at Interplas. Sponsored by Engel UK it will be dedicated to highlighting the best in environmentally friendly plastics innovation. Full programme can be seen on page 4. Download it HERE.

Tool-Temp 60 Second Dart Shoot-Out

Held in association with Tool-Temp, Interplas 2011 will host a 60 second dart shoot-out for visitors and exhibitors to pit their skills against one another.

Technology & Innovation Sessions

Cutting edge papers that tackle either specific industries or processes. Sessions include Advanced Moulding Technologies, Efficient Manufacturing and Pipe Extrusion Technologies. There is also a full day focused on Medical Plastics. See program on Page 6.Download it HERE.

Live Machine Demonstrations
Interplas 2011 is all about live machine demonstrations. Many of the 260+ exhibitors will be processing live allowing the visitor to compare and contrast in a real environment.

Horner's Award

The prestigious award is a cornerstone of the Horner's many activities supporting Design and Education in the Plastics Industry. Interplas are proud to play host to the unveiling of the 2011 winners on the 27th September.

Design Workshop

Designers seeking one-to-one confidential product development advice should consider booking a free consultation at the Design Workshop adjacent to the PDI Seminar Theatre. Each appointment is free of charge but must be pre-booked, details at www.britishplasticsshow.com

Co-located with 7 Other Industrial Events
Running concurrently alongside Interplas will be TCT Live, MM Live UK 2011, NANO Live UK 2011, MEMS Live UK 2011 - these events combined with the PPMA Show and the Sensors Technology Show make up the largest gathering of engineering professionals in the UK in 2011 - an essential visit for anyone in engineering.

Interplas will be staged at the NEC, Hall 4, 27th-29th September 2011. Register today for your free ticket.


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