Good morning! So what's on your shopping list for 2025? PMM is once again asking processors to participate in our survey of machinery investment plans for the upcoming year. It gives us a snapshot of how you're feeling about your business and the overall economic climate, and helps us plan coverage so we're giving you the information you need. It's anonymous, and we don't share your info. There's a link below, or just click here.

Representatives from 55 companies attended the recent OCS CON to learn more about the Operation Clean Sweep resin-loss prevention initiative. Read more in PLASTICS' monthly column.

We have an updated molding simulator from Sigmasoft, and news about PCS adding some Kistler equipment to its offerings.

And from our fellow Endeavor Business Media publications, we have a roundup of news regarding the port strike, and a preview of Manufacturing Day.

Lynne Sherwin, managing editor