Our Purpose
As a material-science thought leader and manufacturer, Jadex is driven to provide essential product solutions that help support the health of consumers and the environment.
We make a material difference every day.
Our Role
We are the catalyst, turning challenges into solutions that allow our partners and consumers to use materials more effectively and more responsibly.
We believe wholeheartedly in integrity above all else. We choose and embrace responsibility — responsibility to do the right thing for our employees, our customers, our community, our consumers, our environment, and our children’s future. We commit to being proud of our choices, always.
Our People
We are makers dedicated to transforming materials into essential products that improve lives and reshape the future. We innovate solutions and find new answers. We support our partners, with an eye on the environment and the future.
Our Products
We create more practical, sustainable solutions for our customers and their consumers, today and tomorrow. Our product solutions help in homes, hospitals, and construction sites, on the water, and at the breakfast table.
Makers of News
Our dynamic leadership, constant innovation, and endless commitment to sustainability continue to push the material-science world forward. Learn about our industry-leading expertise and how it can change you and your businesses for the better.
Springfield Facility Expansion Marks Key Growth Milestone for Alltrista
Alltrista Plastics LLC, a subsidiary of Jadex Inc., announced a 25,000-square-foot expansion of its Springfield, Missouri, facility, set for completion in September 2026. The investment will create new jobs, increase production capacity, and establish the site as a center of excellence for compression blow forming technology, supporting growth in both medical and consumer packaging markets.
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Injection Molded Plastic in Healthcare: How Plastic Medical Supplies Support Improved Outcomes
Injection molded plastics play a critical role in modern healthcare by enabling safe, consistent, and cost-effective medical supplies. This article explores how plastic materials support better patient outcomes and innovation in medical devices.
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Circular by Nature: Why Your Everyday Choices Matter - Now More Than Ever
A circular economy aims to reduce waste by keeping products and materials in use for as long as possible. Learn how everyday decisions, including choosing recyclable or compostable products, can help support sustainability.
Read MoreBiodegradable vs. Compostable - What’s the Real Difference and Why Does It Matter?
While all compostable products are biodegradable, the terms are not interchangeable. Compostable items are a regulated subset that must break down within a specific timeframe under controlled, aerobic conditions to produce nutrient-rich soil. This distinction is critical for infrastructure, as anaerobic decomposition in landfills produces methane, a potent greenhouse gas. The FTC’s Green Guides ensure manufacturers provide clear, verifiable evidence for all environmental claims to protect consumers from confusion and greenwashing.
Read MoreMade for makers: Jadex wants you
Are you an innovator? A problem solver? Or simply looking to be part of an organization that is making a material difference? Join the Jadex team.
Careers
Innovation all over the nation.
Keep up with the latest innovations from Jadex, Alltrista, LifeMade, Shakespeare, and Artazn. Learn how our uniquely crafted solutions help build better tomorrows.