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Tracking Key Issues for Ceramic and Glass Decorating

From regulations to tariffs and trade wars, what does the industry need to know?

October 17, 2018

The Society of Glass and Ceramic Decorating Products (SGCDpro) is tracking several regulatory and political issues impacting the industry.

Deco ’19 will be held April 6-8 at the Hyatt Regency in Indianapolis.

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Society of Glass and Ceramic Decorated Products' Deco '18 Wrap-Up

The Deco '18 conference kicked off on Saturday, April 7, with a Decorating Production and Processes session.

Sandra Spence

June 15, 2018

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Deco ’18 returned to the Hilton Easton in Columbus, Ohio, site of the 2015 show, for another successful gathering. Columbus falls within the radius of driving distance for many members, and the Easton area is an excellent backdrop for a conference, providing numerous dining and entertainment options for attendees.

Deco ’18 Opens April 7

To date, 32 exhibitors have reserved space for the Deco ’18 trade show.

Sandra Spence

March 16, 2018

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SGCDpro’s annual Deco trade show and conference kicks off April 7 at the Hilton Easton in Columbus, Ohio. The conference features three days of technical and informational sessions with exhibits on Sunday afternoon.

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Importers of Housewares are Subject to New FDA Regulations

The Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVP) regulation is just one of multiple requirements implementing the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).

Sandra Spence

October 13, 2017

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SGCDpro became aware of implications of the recently implemented Food Safety Modernization Act when a member company was notified that its products were subject to a provision under the law. The association researched the issue and assembled the following information to importers of products that have food contact surface applications.

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Prop 65 Changes Take Effect August 2018

Ceramic and glass decorators should be aware of numerous legislative changes.

Sandra Spence

August 1, 2017

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With little more than a year remaining before significant changes to labeling rules take effect for California’s controversial Clean Water Act, noted Proposition 65 attorney Carol Brophy addressed Deco ’17 attendees with a summary of those changes.

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CPSC Coalition Activities

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) plans to address several items in 2017.

Sandra Spence

March 1, 2017

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SGCDpro Washington Liaison Walt Sanders attended a December 2016 meeting of the National Association of Manufacturers’ Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Coalition. He assembled the following notes on the meeting.

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Legislative Update for Ceramic and Glass Decorating

SGCDpro Legislative and Regulatory Liaison Sandra Spence provides an update of recent events.

Sandra Spence

October 3, 2016

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President Obama signed the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act on June 22, marking the first major overhaul of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) in 40 years. The president called the legislation “proof that Washington can function despite intense polarization.” He praised both chemicals industry groups and environmentalists for achieving consensus despite their usual differences of opinion.

Deco '16 Returns to the East Coast

New officers were installed at SGCDpro's annual meeting of members.

Sandra Spence

August 1, 2016

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Deco ’16 kicked off April 16 in Baltimore, Md., marking the show’s first return to the East Coast since 2002 when the group met in Washington, D.C. Approximately 150 decorators and suppliers attended the three-day conference, which featured a keynote speech by Colonel Danny McKnight, Ret. U.S. Army. McKnight, who took part in the Battle of Mogadishu, which was chronicled in the movie Black Hawk Down, discussed leadership and his newly released book.

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Regulatory Issues Dominate Industry Discussions

SGCDpro has been tracking a number of issues, including Toxic Substance Control Act updates and Consumer Product Safety Commission initiatives.

Myra Warne

May 2, 2016

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Deco ’16, which was held April 16-18, featured a government panel assembled by Walt Sanders, SGCDpro Washington liaison. The panel kicked off the annual Ask the Experts session on Sunday, April 17.

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Deco '16 Slated for April

The conference encompasses three days of educational seminars, networking, and product introductions.

Myra Warne

March 1, 2016

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The annual convention of the Society of Glass and Ceramic Decorated Products (SGCDpro) kicks off April 16 at the Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel in Baltimore. The conference encompasses three days of educational seminars, networking, and product introductions. SGCDpro Vice President David Stanton of Fusion Ceramics will serve as program chair.