In this issue: 1. Molding: winning in tough times (sponsored by Paulson Training Programs) 2. Thermoplastics: a weekly summary resource 3. Books: New Pocket Performance Specs for Thermoplastics (4th Ed.) 4. Resin Pricing: access the latest report (published 9/21/2005)

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Winning in Tough Times - “With competitive issues on the forefront of everyone’s mind in the manufacturing world, many custom injection molding companies are cutting expenses. But quality is mandatory, so making investments in resources—human and capital equipment—is critical to keeping a competitive edge.” *

The Paulson Advantage - More than ever, your workforce is the difference between surviving or thriving. It is a fact – there isn’t a single successful molding company in the market that treats their employees like a commodity – the key to their success? They invest in their people. Reluctant to invest in training? 85 of the top 100 Molders** invest in training and choose Paulson as their training partner. Ultimately the choice is yours to “survive or thrive”.

The Paulson School of Molding helps molders maintain a competitive edge with hands-on training that gets proven results:

The Paulson School of Molding is expanding again in 2006! - Due to high demand, we’ll offer 50% more classes in 2006. The only certification program of its kind for injection molding, this training - with loads of hands-on machine time is guaranteed to deliver results! The Paulson School of Molding combines hands-on machine time with process simulation and classroom instruction to give you or your employees the skills needed to dramatically improve molding performance and your bottom line. There are 3 levels to choose from – Technician, Processor and Expert – plus exams and certification for success completion. And, Paulson provides a complimentary screening test to ensure proper placement.

Our new schedule for 2006 is coming soon at www.paulsontraining.com. Or give us a call today at 800-826-1901 and we'll be sure to send you a schedule!

Thrive with Paulson as your Training Partner! - With over 30 years in training 30,000+ individuals at over 3,000 companies, Paulson is the world-wide leader in plastics training solutions. We offer complete training solutions for injection molding, extrusion, blow molding and many related topics. Call us today at 800-826-1901 for complimentary information or visit us online at www.paulsontraining.com.

2. Thermoplastics: a weekly summary resource

Jim Best, a 30-year plastics industry veteran, works every day to collect all news issues related to Thermoplastics and wraps it up into a useful and succinct weekly report. Subscribers can receive the report by email or visit the Thermoplastics Weekly Summary website for the latest information.

3. Books: New Pocket Performance Specs for Thermoplastics - 4th edition

The new fourth edition of Pocket Performance Specs for Thermoplastics is now available and ships within 3-5 business days.

The new edition of this handy, pocket-sized reference book has been massively updated with the most recent property data for over 19,000 unique grades of themoplastic materials. New property tables, trade name directory and supplier directory top the list of enhancements providing you with an efficient method to quickly reference product data and contact information!

Order both Pocket Performance Specs for Thermoplastics and Pocket Specs for Injection Molding and Save 10%!

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4. Resin Pricing: access the latest report (published 9/21/2005)

Resin pricing submitted by our subscribers that directly purchase plastic materials keeps streaming in. Without your support, this resin pricing report wouldn't be possible - so thank you to everyone who is involved in this much-needed project!

To submit the price you've paid for resin or to view the latest report, login to Prospector and click on the 'Resources' tab.

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