Are You Providing Sustainable Materials?
By: Jim Callari
Biopolymers? Bio-additives? Materials containing high levels of PCR? Materials regenerated via advanced recycling? Let the world of extrusion tap into your Know How by speaking at the Extrusion 2023 conference.
#sustainability
CMA Experts Discuss Polyolefins Outlook for Next Five Years
By: Lilli Manolis Sherman
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
Why Are They Blending Biopolymers?
By: Matthew Naitove
A sit-down with bioplastic producer Danimer Scientific showed me there are more possible answers to that question than I had previously thought.
#sustainability
Video: Ultradent Bags Both Hot Shots Prizes at PTXPO 2023
By: Tony Deligio
Topping five other entries in voting by fellow molders, the Ultradent team talks about their Hot Shots sweep.
Contest Seeks Cool Industrial 3D Printed Parts
By: Stephanie Hendrixson
The Cool Parts Showcase is seeking innovative 3D printed parts. Enter by May 30.
Fungi Makes Meal of Polypropylene
By: Lilli Manolis Sherman
University of Sydney researchers identify two strains of fungi that can biodegrade hard to recycle plastics like PP.
#polyolefins
Are Plastics on the ‘Wrong Side of History’?
By: Matthew Naitove
Some might think so, but the rational answer is No, not unless you envision a retreat to pre-industrial society.
#sustainability
The Extended Producer Responsibility Approach to Advancing Recycling
By: Matt Stonecash
Some governments are turning to a hybrid strategy that combines elements of legislated targets, ecomodulation, and industrial collaboration to improve material lifecycle management.
#sustainability
Make Your Mark: Free Benchmarking Survey Remains Open
By: Tony Deligio
You have until April 30 to fill out your 2023 Plastics Technology Top Shops Benchmarking Survey, with no cost to you and a free analysis of your operations’ performance upon completion.
#topshops
Two Injection Molding Grades of Biobased Materials Enhance Sulapac’s Cosmetics Packaging Portfolio
By: Lilli Manolis Sherman
Sulapac Luxe, ideal for replacing hard plastics such as ABS and its more flexible edition Luxe Flex open up new opportunities.
X-Ray Vision Inside Parts Gets More Affordable for Processors
By: Matthew Naitove
Shimadzu’s new benchtop x-ray CT scanner provides internal and external metrology and flaw detection at a fraction of the previous cost.
In-Person Exposition Provides a Rich Environment for Discovery of Trade Trends and Technology Applications
By: Matt Stonecash
Serendipitous Learning Opportunities at PTXPO Underscore the Value of Being Present.
Extrusion 2023 Conference: Call for Papers Deadline Looming
By: Jim Callari
Stage is set as conference devoted to all things extrusion heads to Indianapolis.
Ultradent Sweeps 2023 Hot Shots Awards
Ultradent's entry of its Umbrella cheek retractor took home the awards for Technical Sophistication and Achievement in Economics and Efficiency at PTXPO.
Your Tour Guide to Plastics Technology’s 2023 Events
By: Jim Callari
Get your clicking finger in shape and sign up for all that we have in store for you in 2023.
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Gerdau Graphene Launches “First” Graphene-Enhanced PE Additive Masterbatch for Extruded Packaging and More
By: Lilli Manolis Sherman
The company has also partnered with conglomerate Sumitomo Corp. for distribution of its graphene-enhanced masterbatches in Japan.