SPE Cleveland and the Cleveland Engineering Society
Present a
Facility Tour and Dinner at
Thogus and rp+m
Join Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) and the Cleveland Engineering Society (CES) for a joint behind-the-scenes Industry Tour at Thogus and rp+m in Avon Lake, Ohio. This unique event will showcase how modern plastics manufacturing and additive manufacturing technologies are shaping the future of product development and production.
The tour will begin at Thogus, a family-owned manufacturer specializing in custom plastic injection molding and contract manufacturing. Attendees will have the opportunity to see the injection molding process in action, explore advanced molding equipment and automation systems, and learn how engineered thermoplastics are used to create precision components for industries such as automotive, medical, consumer products, and industrial manufacturing. Headquartered in Avon Lake, Ohio, Thogus has 35+ injection molding machines (35 – 750Tons) with robots at every press.
Participants will also visit rp+m (rapid prototype + manufacturing), a leader in additive manufacturing and 3D printing technologies. During this portion of the tour, guests will see cutting-edge additive manufacturing systems producing prototype and production parts from polymer and metal materials. The tour will highlight how technologies such as metal laser melting and high-precision polymer printing enable rapid prototyping, complex geometries, and faster product development cycles.
This combined tour offers a rare opportunity to see both traditional high-volume manufacturing and advanced additive manufacturing working together within the same innovation ecosystem.
Space is limited—register early to secure your spot!
Event Agenda
4:15 – 4:30 PM – Arrival & Check-In
Guests arrive, check in, and receive safety instructions before the tour begins.
4:30 – 4:40 PM – Welcome & Introductions
4:40 – 5:25 PM – Thogus Facility Tour
Guided tour of the Thogus injection molding and manufacturing facility, showcasing custom plastic injection molding processes, automation, and production operations.
5:25 – 6:05 PM – rp+m Facility Tour
Explore additive manufacturing technologies at rp+m, including advanced polymer and metal 3D printing systems used for rapid prototyping and production parts.
6:05 – 6:30 PM – Networking & Light Refreshments
Informal networking with fellow professionals, SPE and CES members, and representatives from Thogus and rp+m while enjoying light refreshments.
Location
Thogus and rp+m, 33490 Pin Oak Pkwy, Avon Lake, OH 44012
Price
$15 for Students
$20 for SPE Cleveland Members
$30 for SPE Members
$35 for Non-Members
