Lilli Manolis Sherman

Lilli Manolis Sherman Contributing Editor

Biopolymers

TotalEnergies Corbion Offers PLA with Recycled Content

The company now has grades with up to 30% PIR and PCR content and has set up a number of closed-loop systems

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Elastomers

Kraiburg TPE Expands Range of TPEs with ISCC PLUS Certification

The expanded range supports customers in the consumer and medical sectors in next steps toward a circular economy.

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Additives

Halogen-Free Flame Retardant for Crosslinked & Non-Crosslinked PE Foams

Tosaf’s FR9185PE masterbatch reportedly helps prevent the spread and acceleration of fire even at low concentrations.

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Biopolymers

Home-Compostable Extrusion Coating for Paper-Based Food Packaging

BASF has added a certified home as well as industrial compostable grade to its Ecovio portfolio for cold and hot food packaging.  

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CMA Experts Discuss Polyolefins Outlook for Next Five Years

A significant challenge facing the North American polyolefins industry may be maintaining economically feasible production rates while simultaneously ensuring a steady product flow to both domestic and global markets  

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Additives

Transesterification Inhibitor for PET and Polyester Alloys

CAI’s new additive masterbatch boost thermal stability of polyester compounds.  

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Testing

Redesigned Laser Scanner Boasts Improved Accuracy, Resolution, Versatility, and Efficiency

Nikon Metrology’s new LC15Dx is ideal for efficient measurement and inspection of manufactured components including intricate plastic parts.  

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sustainability

Metaspectral to Advance Vision Technology for Recycling

Company received further funding from British Columbia’s CleanBC Plastics Action Fund

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Recycling

Avient Receives PLASTICS’ 2023 Re|Focus Sustainability Innovation in Design Award

Said to be the first digital tool of its kind, the award was for Avient’s post-consumer recycled resin Color Prediction Service.

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NOVA and Pregis Collaborate on Sustainable Flexible Food Packaging

Pregis will use NOVA’s Syndigo recycled PE for stand-up pouches, fitmented pouches, and lay-flat bags.

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Solvay Launches First ISCC Plus Certified Sulfone Polymers

Solvay accelerates carbon footprint reduction of Udel PSU & Radel PPSU at Marietta, Ohio with certified circular feedstock

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Patent Filed for Non-Halogen Flame Retardant for PC and Alloys

FRX Innovations’ new patent for Nofia FR additives for consumer electronics, electric cars, home appliances and more.  

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