End Markets
Blazing the Trail In Processing PCR for Corrugated Pipe
Just a decade ago, roughly 10% of HDPE corrugated pipes made by Advanced Drainage Systems used recycled material. That number is 65% now, and growing. Here’s how this processor became a pioneer in this field.
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Toray's Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Advances Poised to Enhance Cost/Performance of Molded Products
Toray Industries’ high tensile modulus carbon fiber thermoplastic pellets said to be optimized for injection molding of complex, rigid and lightweight parts.
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GN Thermoforming Installs New Machines with WhatApp During Coronavirus Crisis
Using the WhatsApp messaging platform, GN has been able to install new machines for U.S. and Eastern European customers amidst COVID-19.
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Ineos Teams Up with Herman Miller in the Production of Face Shields for Front Line Medical Staff Amid Coronavirus Crisis
Ineos Olefins & Polymers USA is donating enough PP to Herman Miller which has repurposed resources to injection mold headbands for 20,000 medical face shields to combat COVID-19.
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Covestro's Thermally Conductive PC First to be Used for Auto LED Fog Lamp Housing
The LED fog lamp housing made of Covestro’s Makrolon TC8030 PC was among a handful of material category finalists in the 2019 Annual SPE Automotive Innovation Awards competition.
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How Graham Packaging Counters PCR Supply/Demand Squeeze
Customers want more PCR—including food grade—than recyclers can supply. Solutions involve efforts to educate customers, employees, and the community at large. New technologies also offer hope.
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Keter Adapts Production to Manufacture Face Shields for Coronavirus Frontline Workers
In the fight against COVID-19, Keter’s AP Medical has developed a comfortable, reusable and durable face shield that protects the entire face and eyes,
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Price of PP First to Plunge; PE, PS, PVC, PET Are Next
Coronavirus fallout: Slowing demand, higher resin inventories, low global material prices, plus labor and transportation challenges.
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How the Plastics Industry Continues to Provide Solutions During This Time of Crisis
We are all reading industry news articles, updates, and highlights about how the plastics industry is mobilizing to relieve the burden of COVID-19 on the nation’s healthcare system and fight the spread of the virus. Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) members are making components for critical care machines, disposable medical items, and single-use packaging for treatments and food.
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Borealis Steps Up in Austrian Face Mask Initiative in the Coronavirus Crisis by Producing Meltblown Fabrics on Unique Pilot Line
Borealis’ new proprietary PP meltblown resin has boosted filtration properties due to its capability for finer fibers.
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