The National Plastics Exhibition, or NPE, happens every three years in Orlando, Florida. The fact that it is dubbed National is besides the point, there were companies from around the world showcasing their new technologies.

I was graced with the opportunity to attend as part of my PhD studies for 3 days and I have to say it was overwhelming. According to their website, NPE 2015 was to be attended by over 2,000 companies and 60,000 plus industry professionals.

NPE's focus for the show included 3D printing, recycling, bioplastics, nanotechnology, and business startups. Every single topic I am very passionate about.

There was even a giant mobile of 3D filament spools as we went down the escalators to the show floor.