Industry Research Reports
Plastic Products Manufacturing
http://www.ibisworld.com (see detail listing for specific type of process/product)
Reports provide in-depth industry analysis and five-year growth forecasts, with special focus
on the underlying structure and external forces and relationships that affect industries and their
performance. Report sections include:
Sample report is available free online.
The Society of the Plastics Industry
Information resources available from this organization include:
About Plastics
http://www.plasticsindustry.org/ Select "About
Plastics"
Overview of plastics industry includes economic statistics, equipment statistics, history of plastics,
benefits of plastic, definitions of plastic resins, NAICS/SIC codes, processing methods, and other
sources of plastics information. Most information is accessible free online.
Facts & Figures
http://www.plasticsindustry.org/ Select "About
Plastics - Facts & Figures"
Various economic studies and statistical reports provide a comprehensive analysis of the industry,
including shipments, employment, wages, capital expenditures, and number of facilities broken
out by state and NAICS code. Selected information is accessible free online.
Plastic and Rubber Products Manufacturing
Plastic Resin and Synthetic Fiber Manufacturing
http://www.firstresearch.com
Profiles cover key aspects of an industry's size, scope, and operations, recent news and developments,
business trends, risks, and opportunities, and include a five-year growth forecast. Profiles are
updated quarterly and include:
Sample report is available free online.
American Chemistry Council
Plastics Statistics
http://www.americanchemistry.com/
Comprehensive statistical reports provide detailed production and sales information for thermoset
and thermoplastic resins by type of resin and end-use application or market. Reports are available
by subscription or can be purchased on an individual basis; selected information and excerpts from
the reports can be viewed free online.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Plastics
http://www.strategyr.com/
Global outlook report provides an overview of the plastic products market in the U.S. and other countries,
with topics covered including industry and product overview; market analysis and trends; and historical
and forecast revenue by product segment. Summary description is available free online with detailed
table of contents available upon request.
Industry Financial Ratios
Plastic Products Manufacturers
http://www.bizminer.com Search for "3261"
Five-year comparative financial statement analysis includes income statements with expense detail,
balance sheets, cash flow statements, and key business and financial ratios. Reports are available
by sales size range and in sole proprietor and business start up versions. Sample financial statement
reports with detailed financial ratio analysis can be viewed free online.
The Society of the Plastics Industry
Financial and Operating Ratios Survey for Plastic Processing Companies
http://store.plasticsindustry.org/source/orders/index.cfm
Survey includes balance sheets, income statements, financial and operating ratios, and statistical
data for processing companies, with data segmented by sales volume, processing method, profitability,
and location.
Manufacturers Association for Plastics Processors
North American Plastics Industry Survey
http://www.mappinc.com Select "Publications"
Survey provides benchmarks for key areas including finance, marketing, operations, quality, and human
resources.
Manufacturers Association for Plastics Processors
Wage and Salary Survey
Health & Ancillary Insurance Report
http://www.mappinc.com Select "Publications"
Salary, wage, and benefit information for job positions in multiple areas of operations, with detailed
information on health plans and other employee benefits.
Injection Molding Magazine
Injection Molding Salary Estimator
http://www.plasticstoday.com/injection-molding-salary-estimator
Salary estimator allows users to calculate a salary estimate for selected job functions using various
criteria such as experience, type and size of organization, and location. Available free online.
ERI Economic Research Institute
Plastic Products Salary Survey
http://salary-surveys.erieri.com/
Salary survey provides compensation data for executive, management, and hourly personnel on a national
and state level by company size. Complete listing of job positions included in the survey and sample
pages for selected job positions are accessible free online.
Small Business Valuation Formula Multiples
Plastic Products Manufacturers
http://valuationresources.com/Misc/ValuationMultiples.htm
Report provides small business valuation formula multiples for plastic products manufacturers and
more than 200 other industries. Valuation multiples are derived from market transactions as reported
by BIZCOMPS®, with the primary focus on small companies priced at less than $1 million.
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