sustainability
Fermentation Process to Enable Compostable Biopolymers
Valerian Materials was founded to commercialize the results of federally funded research conducted at the University of Minnesota, producing bio-based alternatives to fossil-based polyurethanes.
Matt Stonecash
Associate Editor, Plastics Technology Magazine
Kisuma Setogem RD for PP Nucleation and Acid Scavenging
Kisuma Chemicals has introduced a dual-purpose product for polypropylene producers.
Read MorePolymer and Additive Suppliers Tease Their K Show Presentations at the EMG Pre K Event in Rotterdam
Producers stressed material solutions aligning with trends in carbon emissions reduction, electrification and chemical substitution.
Read MoreTeknor Apex Acquires Danimer Scientific
Danimer is a developer and producer of bioplastics.
Read MoreShredding Thin Film: How to Do It Right
While many processors recoil at this task, a little know-how in shredding equipment, processing, and maintenance should add the necessary confidence.
Read MoreStar Plastics Sets Carbon Reduction Goals Through 2030
Targets will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 10% compared to 2021.
Read MoreUltralight PET Preform Design
The Factor 101 design created by KHS and Husky uses just 5.89 g of material to hold 591 mL of product — equivalent to a 20-ounce water bottle.
Read MoreThe Role of Policy in Accelerating Advanced Recycling: How EPR Can Drive Circularity
Extended producer responsibility laws are emerging as a key mechanism to shift packaging waste management dynamics.
DePoly to Launch Demonstration PET Recycling Facility
Polyester recycling technology will produce feedstocks for production of new plastic.
Read MorePlastics Industry Association Announces 2025 Plastic Sustainability Innovation Award Winners
The Plastics Industry Association announced winners of Sustainable Innovation in Design, Sustainable Innovation in Materials, Sustainable Innovation in End-of-Life, Leadership in Sustainability and the People’s Choice Award.
Read MoreCircular Plastics From Cyclic Molecules
Macrocycle is pioneering an approach to PET recycling via cyclic oligomers.
Read MoreThe Middle Way, Dissolution Recycling Technologies Leave the Polymer Intact
Alternative approaches can produce high yield and high purity with reduced energy demand.
Read MoreHusky Expands Facilities and Services in India
The company says its expanded presence in India helps clients meet the country’s sustainability mandates — which require 30% recycled plastic content in packaging by 2026 and 60% by 2029.
Read MoreNo-Dry Twin Screw Extruder Series Can Handle Multiple Resins
Machine can process a variety of virgin, postconsumer, postindustrial resins and flake without first having to crystallize, dry or change screws.
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