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Welcome Back to Rotomould 2022 Melbourne

It has been three years since we all gathered for a Rotomould conference, and no one would have foreseen what change was to come or how our industry would have thrived throughout the challenges when we were all last together in 2019.

ARMA and its Board of Directors are excited to be planning a conference again in September and from recent conversations it seems the urge to reconnect extends industry wide.

I know we are all busy and it might be difficult to find time out of your business, but this conference will provide a fantastic opportunity to update your knowledge, benchmark your business, improve your own softer skills, and network again with your supply chain and colleagues.

I hope you will consider all the benefits that come from attending as we are focused on bringing a selection of specialist presenters to share their knowledge with you to make it the most valuable opportunity for professional development you will have in 2022. Michelle Rose, CEO

The Destination

Melbourne, Victoria’s coastal capital, is a city of stately 19th century buildings and tree lined boulevards. At its centre is the strikingly modern Federation Square development, with plazas, bars, restaurants, and cultural events along the Yarra River.

In Southbank, the Melbourne Arts precinct is a site of the Arts Centre Melbourne and the National Gallery of Victoria.Dive in to discover the superb fortes and flavours of Melbourne destinations.

Spend some time in the city centre and you’ll discover its neatly divided into little pockets for you to explore. Fine art, bars, and restaurants up and down the laneways, retail therapy for any budget on Bourke and Collins Streets, and creative outlets on show in Flinders Quarter. St Kilda Road means galleries and gardens, while neighbouring Yarra Precinct and Docklands deliver waterside view by the boat load.

The Venue

Overlooking picturesque Albert Park Lake and prominently located near St Kilda, Chapel Street precincts, the Melbourne CBD & Port Melbourne, Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park is one of the city’s best-located hotels for business or leisure in one of Australia’s most dynamic & cosmopolitan cities.

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Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park provides the perfect picturesque base from which to explore. Within easy reach of many of Melbourne’s top attractions, Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park offers access to the Royal Botanic Gardens and the MSAC sporting precinct and is just a short tram ride from St Kilda and Luna Park, Melbourne CBD, Federation Square, and Southbank.

The Program

Presentation Highlights Keynote: It’s All About You, Rob Edwards OAM Rob Edwards has a degree, he’s written a book, worked with lots of companies, developed projects for cardiac patients, young offenders, remote communities, and women’s groups; founded a charity for which he received an OAM and has a few kids. BUT the point is - this session is not about him. It’s all about YOU! People are the most important thing in our organisation, so this very different session is our gift to you.

Iconic Beach Shacks, Melbourne

What major changes are required for plastics: Helen Millicer, One Planet Consulting Effective management of plastics is now required, and countries need a Circular Economy Strategy specifically for plastics. Consumption continues to rise, recycling rates have not budged in 10 years, and record quantities of non-renewable plastics continue to go to landfill with significant costs and losses in resources, jobs, emissions, expenditure, and big environmental impact. Helen Millicer will outline key international trends and measures required for a more circular and sustainable plastics industry.

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Labour Recruitment and Retention in a Post Pandemic World: Bill Spenceley, Flexahopper Plastics As managers/owners, many of us have navigated our businesses through various economic downturns (Covid being the latest). However, unlike other recoveries, this post pandemic labour market has been a major challenge for businesses to recruit and retain workers. It’s particularly difficult for processes like rotational moulding with higher labour inputs and limited opportunities to automate. In this presentation we’ll discuss, from a rotomoulder’s perspective, both short and long-term strategies being used successfully in other parts of the world to address this issue.

Moving Factory – Is The Rotomoulding Greener On The Other Side Of The Fence AND The Perfect Business Management Software Package – Getting Clear On What You Want And Need: Tim Leed & Steve Kyval, Melbourne Rotomould Melro recently moved into a purpose built new facility – Tim will share how the move was accomplished without leaving customers in the lurch. Secondly, Steve and Tim will give an update to a presentation originally made some years ago regarding the Melro search for a “better” software package to manage accounts, stock, production/ despatch scheduling, and everything else. A Moulders Guide to Machine Maintenance: Ian Hansen, Roto Consult

Ethical Decision Making for Small & Medium Business: Blaise Costabir, GMI Zarhak Moulders Today, given the pressures on profits more than in the good old days, businesses are forced to make decisions keeping the short term/quarter in mind. A case is made for taking a long term ethical view when deciding, so as to reap benefits and to ensure the business has a long life.

This presentation has been created for rotomoulding production staff and reviews some of the basic inspection and maintenance requirements for biaxial hot air oven machines. It will cover the oven structure; oven panels, recirculation fan, exhaust fan, heat loss, and include the carriages and arms; cleaning, lubrication, rails/

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track, and crack testing. This best practice machine maintenance guide is aimed at staff who do not require electrical or engineering trade qualifications. The majority of the preventative maintenance tips discussed will validate why you should invest time and resources now to minimise future unplanned machine downtime time and help you extend the service life of your rotomoulding machine. You will see examples of machines from a range of international manufacturers who are active in the Australasia region, including Ferry, FSP, Rising Sun, and Rotoline. However, most of the guide should still be able to be applied to almost any traditional hot air biaxial shuttle or carousel machine.

The Exhibition

Valued industry investors from previous conferences will be aware of the benefits of being involved in the Rotomould events, providing not only fiscal benefits to your company but also recognition long after the conference is over and the opportunity to create new and cement existing client relationships.

ARMA always strives to meet industry standards and bring value to suppliers that are involved with this premier industry event and with it being such a long time since we have all come together, this is the perfect opportunity to meet again with current and prospective customers. Rotomould 2022 already has a wide range of suppliers booked into exhibit who are looking forward to connecting with the industry again.

Networking

Welcome Back Drinks with the ARMA Board The ARMA Board & Staff are delighted to welcome you back to our Rotomould Conferences and are looking forward to this opportunity to catch up on the last few years, over a drink or two.

Matrix Polymers Coffee Lounge Enjoy a barista made coffee with Matrix Polymers in the Exhibition with your very own Keep Cup.

Price Plastics Welcome Dinner Lizzies Lane will play host to this dinner, a fun new venue located in a secret laneway. It will be a relaxed atmosphere where you can enjoy dinner and drinks from food stalls in an outside space. Is you are inclined there are also fun games such as quoits, and a giant Jenga tower.

Qenos Conference Dinner With a sumptuous 3 course dinner along with superb wines, this semi formal dinner will be a sit-down affair with a view. There will be awards and entertainment and Qenos look forward to welcoming you

Registration is Now Open And We Invite the Rotational Moulding Industry to Travel Downunder Again! Visit www.rotomouldconference.com.au

Association of Rotational Moulders Australasia Inc. Tel: +61 (0) 7 3812 1450 www.rotationalmoulding.com CEO: Michelle Rose Cheif Executive Officer: Michelle Rose michellerose@rotationalmoulding.com

Association of Rotational Moulding (Central Europe) e.V. (ARM-CE) MAUS GmbH - Rotationsgießformen Am Viehweg 9 - D-76229 Karlsruhe Amtsgericht Mannheim, HRB 103433 Tel.: +49 (0) 7 21 / 9 48 74 12 Fax: +49 (0) 7 21 / 9 48 74 44 Mr. Oliver Wandres, ARM-CE Chairman info@rotational-moulding.de www.rotational-moulding.de Association of Rotational Moulders Southern Africa PO Box 6966 Birchleigh 1621 Gauteng, South Africa Tel: +27 82 772 3769 Fax +27 12 541 1738 Chairman: Grant Heroldt info@armsa.co.za www.armsa.co.za

British Plastics Federation Rotational Moulding Group 6 Bath Place Rivington Street London EC2A 3JE United Kingdom Tel: 020 7457 5000 Fax: 020 7457 5045 Chairman: Mr. Philip Maddox PhilipM@LeafieldEnv.com IT-RO Italia Rotazionale Katia Zoppetti Via E. Brigatti 12 20152 Milano (MI) Italy Tel: +039 348 7652560 www.it-ro.it

The Nordic Association of Rotational Moulders Executive Board Chairman: Mr. Ronny Ervik ul. Zielona 8, 61-851 Poznan, Poland Tel: +48 607-126-004 Fax: +48 61-858-8611 info@rotomoulding-europe.org www.nordicarm.org Society of Asian Rotomoulders (StAR) 40/145, Ground Floor, Chittaranjan Park New Delhi 110019 Tel: + 91-11-41630157 Fax: +91-11-41634952 Mob: + 91- 9810305356 sb.zaman@staraisa.org arnacz@satyam.net.in www.starasia.org