To each board member: Thank you for your service, your professionalism and your unwavering dedication to advancing blow molding. Our progress is a direct reflection of your efforts.
ABC 2026: A conference that truly went 'Beyond the Blow Molder'
This year’s Annual Blow Molding Conference was more than a gathering — it was a living expression of our theme, "Beyond the Blow Molder." Every session, every vendor interaction and every conversation reflected the idea that our industry is expanding its identity, embracing new skills and stepping confidently into the future.
Vendor innovation: Our vendor partners embodied the “beyond” mindset. They didn’t just showcase ideas or processes — they demonstrated how blow molding is evolving through automation, data integration, sustainability initiatives, and smarter system design. Their exhibits reminded attendees that innovation doesn’t happen at the machine alone; it happens across the entire ecosystem that supports it.
The vendor floor was a highlight of the conference, offering attendees hands‑on access to technologies that will shape the next decade of manufacturing.
Speaker excellence: The speaker lineup pushed the boundaries of traditional blow molding content. Presenters explored cross‑disciplinary thinking, advanced resin science, workforce development, digital transformation and the leadership skills needed for the next generation of manufacturing professionals.
These sessions captured the essence of going beyond the blow molder — expanding our mindset, our capabilities, and our impact. The feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive, with many noting that this year’s content was the most forward‑looking they’ve ever experienced.
