Catherine Kavanaugh

Harbor Springs

Staff Reporter at Plastics News

Reporter for Rubber & Plastics News

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Articles

Pipe maker Genova part of tariff win in court, now faces White House appeal

1 week ago | plasticsnews.com | Catherine Kavanaugh

The White House has already appealed a federal court ruling that found most of President Donald Trump's tariffs illegal. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of Salt Lake City-based Genova Pipe and four other small businesses, has become a factor in global trade negotiations and could reach the U.S. Supreme Court. The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled May 28 that Trump did not have "unbounded" authority to impose sweeping tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).
DuraPlas accuses DiversiTech of HVAC pad monopoly

1 week ago | plasticsnews.com | Catherine Kavanaugh

Addison, Texas-based DuraPlas LP accuses Duluth, Ga.-based DiversiTech Corp., its private equity-backed rival, of illegally preserving its dominance in the market for plastic pads for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R) products. Founded in 1950, DuraPlas operates one manufacturing facility with 150 employees who produce plastic components for the agriculture, energy, logistics, horticulture and, most recently, HVAC/R markets.
VDMA stresses possible harm to US, EU countries in tariff battle

1 week ago | sustainableplastics.com | Catherine Kavanaugh

The 50 percent tariff proposed for European Union imports has been pushed back to July 9 to allow time for negotiations that machine builders and equipment suppliers in Europe hope results in a much lower rate and higher economic certainty.
VDMA stresses possible harm to US, EU countries in tariff battle

1 week ago | plasticsnews.com | Catherine Kavanaugh

The 50 percent tariff proposed for European Union imports has been pushed back to July 9 to allow time for negotiations that machine builders and equipment suppliers in Europe hope results in a much lower rate and higher economic certainty.
European plastics industry could suffer under Trump's threatened 50% tariffs

1 week ago | sustainableplastics.com | Catherine Kavanaugh

President Donald Trump is threatening a straight 50 percent tariff on goods from the European Union starting June 1 but there is a call for a more balanced approach from economists in the plastics industry. Trump said trade talks with the EU, which covers 27 member countries, aren't going anywhere in a May 23 post on his Truth Social network.
European plastics industry could suffer under Trump's threatened 50% tariffs

2 weeks ago | plasticsnews.com | Catherine Kavanaugh

President Donald Trump is threatening a straight 50 percent tariff on goods from the European Union starting June 1 but there is a call for a more balanced approach from economists in the plastics industry. Trump said trade talks with the EU, which covers 27 member countries, aren't going anywhere in a May 23 post on his Truth Social network.
Mold makers, tool shops embrace AI, automation

2 weeks ago | plasticsnews.com | Catherine Kavanaugh

Grand Rapids, Mich. — Cedar Rapids, Iowa-based MSI Mold Builders uses artificial intelligence (AI) to assist with quotes for plastics processors. Founded in 1971, the family-owned company serves a wide range of markets, including automotive, power sport, agriculture, lawn and garden, medical, heavy truck, material handling, recreational vehicle, construction and office furniture.
Tariffs, tooling and public policy all need careful planning AMBA says

3 weeks ago | rubbernews.com | Catherine Kavanaugh

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.—U.S. mold makers say competitors in China can sell molds for less than it costs them to purchase the raw materials. Tariffs on China-made molds have been helping U.S. mold makers compete. However, a slew of new and paused tariffs is creating more headaches and questions. Troy Nix, executive director of the American Mold Builders Association, said members are under intense pressure to find guidance about how to proceed.
ADS boosts sales by diversifying beyond pipes

3 weeks ago | plasticsnews.com | Catherine Kavanaugh

Hilliard, Ohio-based Advanced Drainage Systems Inc. (ADS) finished its 2025 fiscal year with sales up 1 percent to $2.9 billion even with demand for its pipe and water management products hurt by higher interest rates, economic uncertainty and a long winter in many parts of the United States. Domestic pipe sales decreased 2.6 percent to $1.5 billion while sales of Allied-brand products for stormwater capture, storage and treatment increased 2.5 percent to $690 million.
Tariffs, tooling and public policy all need careful planning AMBA says

3 weeks ago | plasticsnews.com | Catherine Kavanaugh

Grand Rapids, Mich. — U.S. mold makers say competitors in China can sell molds for less than it costs them to purchase the raw materials. Tariffs on China-made molds have been helping U.S. mold makers compete. However, a slew of new and paused tariffs is creating more headaches and questions. Troy Nix, executive director of the American Mold Builders Association, said members are under intense pressure to find guidance about how to proceed.