
Lilli Manolis Sherman Contributing Editor
Milliken Joins Global Organization for PHA to Drive Adoption of Biodegradable Polymers in Single-Use Packaging
Existing and new additives technology from Milliken will be aimed at improving the processing performance, aesthetics and other key attributes of PHA biopolymers.
Read MoreEastman’s ‘Acetate Renew’ to be Used By Luxury Eyewear Manufacturer
Thélios to use Mazzucchelli new acetate sheet made from Eastman’s chemically recycled acetate.
Read MoreNew Form of 3D-Printed Material Aimed at Lighter, Safer Car Designs and More
Team of researchers led by University of Glasgow combined polyolefins with multiwall carbon nanotubes to come up with a new plate-lattice cellular ‘metamaterial’ with impressive impact resistance.
Read MoreLong Fiber Reinforced Nylon Composite Replaces Aluminum Motor Housing
Avient’s ComplÄ“t LFT thermoplastic composite chosen by food processing equipment maker Bettcher to replace the cast aluminum support yoke of its Quantum Motor.
Read MoreSustainable Global Packaging for Toilet Cleansers
Henkel’s new packaging for two brands of cleaners boast more recycle content.
Read MoreGrowing Interest in TPEs for COVID-19 Related Medical Applications
United Soft Plastics reports on a surging intereste for TPEs for face masks, ventilators, and face shields due to their elasticity, resilience, and FDA compliance.
Read MoreArkema Launches ‘Start-Up Connect’ Program
Arkema’s new initiative invites start-ups specializing in advanced materials to join forces in developing future responsible materials innovations.
Read MoreDSM and Neste in Strategic Partnership to Create High-Performance Plastics from Sustainable Feedstock
Key to the collaboration is DSM Engineering Materials which will start replacing a significant portion of the fossil feedstock used to date in the manufacture of its engineering resins with feedstock produced from recycled waste plastics and/or 100% bio-based hydrocarbons.
Read MoreAcrylic Impact Modifiers Key to Enhanced Callaway Golf Balls
Dow’s Paraloid impact modifier and a proprietary blend of Surlyn ionomers make up the hybrid cover of Callaway’s new ERC Soft and Supersoft golf balls.
Read MoreIneos Styrolution Partners with Polystyvert to Advance Circular Economy for PS
Polystyvert’s patented recycling technology can convert all types of solid PS waste to high-quality polystyrene.
Read MoreNatural Zeolite Acid Scavengers Show Broad Use in Film, Packaging, Molded Parts
Endex International’s Alterin 110 & 111 aluminum silicates approved for several end-use applications in polyolefins and beyond.
Read MoreShintech North America to Bring on New PVC Capacity; More Domestic New Capacity Underway
Shintech Louisiana announces further PVC capacity expansion plans to help reverse the supply tightness.
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