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KRAIBURG TPE Plant Tour - Buford - 2022

KRAIBURG TPE Plant Tour - Buford - 2022

Tuesday, November 15, 2022
10:00 AM - 12:15 PM (EST)

Event Details

Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) are an indispensable tool used by processors, product developers and designers alike. They combine the dynamic processing properties and recyclability of thermoplastic plastics with the softness and flexibility of elastomers. TPEs are used in a versatile range of applications in various markets such as automotive, consumer, medical, and industry meeting the specific requirements suitable for the different applications. Brand Names are Thermolast K, HIPEX, COPEC, THERMOLAST M, THERMOLAST V,THERMOLAST A, and For Tec E.

KRAIBURG TPE is a global producer and supplier supported by an international network of production sites in Germany, Malaysia, and the U.S.
20+ locations worldwide - 30+ years of TPE experience - 640+ employees worldwide - 2,000+ products - 60,000 metric tons of production capacity
Sales over € 190 million ($215M USD) in 2019 - 1986: Start of production TPE in Waldkraiburg, Germany - 1999: Foundation of Kraiburg TPE Corp in Duluth, GA, USA - 2016: Expansion of Kraiburg TPE Corp to a new facility in Buford, GA, USA

Top three reasons to attend:

  • Global leader in the development, manufacturing, and production of TPE compounds
  • Kraiburg offers customized and innovative TPE solutions with precision that meets the specific needs of our customer's application
  • We are constantly developing new, trend-setting products as we are among the pioneers in TPE development and our wealth of knowledge is therefore unique

Visitors will get to learn about our company, our products, our culture and real-world applications where our products are used in various industries. The visit will include a tour of our facility including our production, quality lab, shipping and warehouse areas.

 

Tour Agenda

  • 10:00 – 10:30 am             Registration, Networking, GMA Welcome
  • 10:30 – 10:45 am             Tour Host Presentation and Safety Briefing
  • 10:45 – 11:45 am             Plant Tour
  • 11:45 – 12:15 pm             Wrap up and Summary

 

TOUR REQUIREMENTS:

Attendance is limited:

1 ticket for non-manufacturing companies

2 tickets for manufacturing companies

CLOSED TOED/FLAT BOTTOM SHOES ARE MANDATORY.  No High Heels! 

No photos are allowed.

For More Information:

Kandy Moss
Kandy Moss
Administrative Assistant Georgia Manufacturing Alliance (770)338-0051

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