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Fire performance of materials used in building and construction applications plays a critical role in protecting human life and limiting property damage during fire events.

This notice is made by the SPE Board of Directors to the SPE Council as required by Section 17.5.1.7 of the SPE Bylaws.

SPE, in collaboration with the SPE Injection Molding Division and the SPE Product Design & Development Division, has launched a new awards program: SPE’s IMPACT: Injection Molding Performance Awards.

Artificial cells have long been a focal point in understanding biological processes, but their ability to mimic real cells’ mechanical responses to forces has remained limited. Researchers at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), in collaboration with the Max Planck Institute, have now designed a polymer-based cytoskeleton that bridges this gap.

Alice Fergerson, along with Emily Davidson’s team at Princeton University, has developed a breakthrough material: a 3D-printable thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) that combines localized flexibility with controlled rigidity.

Plastics Engineering presents the Top 5 Extrusion Articles of 2024, featuring key advancements and troubleshooting insights.

Plastics Engineering has selected the Top 5 Articles on Sustainability in 2024, showcasing the most impactful advancements in eco-friendly materials, innovative recycling methods, and regulation.

The SPE Foundation needs help to equip students with this valuable hands-on experience in engineering and design, empowering our future plastics workforce to tackle real-world problems. You can still contribute to the Giving Tuesday “Print the Future” campaign at give.4spe.org. 

Plastics Engineering has curated the top 5 articles on injection molding for 2024, highlighting groundbreaking advancements and industry trends.

Incorporating recycled rubber as a filler in carbon black for NR/BR/SBR ternary blends offers a sustainable solution for the automotive tire industry, enhancing both performance and environmental impact.