June 13, 2025The Challenge and Promise of Nylon 66 RecyclingTechnological breakthroughs promise to revolutionize nylon recycling and drive material circularity across industries. Read more
June 11, 2025Zinc Dodecyl Sulfate: A Cleaner Path to Rubber VulcanizationZinc Dodecyl Sulfate boosts rubber strength and stiffness while reducing zinc waste, offering a greener alternative to ZnO in Styrene-butadiene rubber vulcanization. Read more
June 3, 2025Plasma Treatments Revolutionize Polypropylene Bumper PaintabilityResearchers explored how atmospheric pressure plasma (APP) modifies the surface of bumpers to enhance paint adhesion without the need for primers, which is linked to solvent emissions and hazardous waste. Read more
May 13, 2025Inside Materials – EVAEVA is a copolymer that combines the flexibility of rubber with the processability of thermoplastics. Read more
May 8, 2025Inside Materials – Prepreg Tack in CompositesIn the evolving world of composite materials, understanding prepreg tack has become essential, as it marks the success of the process. Read more
May 5, 2025Solar Energy for Rotational Molding: A Case Study from MoroccoSolar thermal energy offers a viable way to cut emissions and energy costs in industry if it can affordably meet roto molding’s high heat demands. Read more
May 2, 20253D Systems’ Pellet 3D Printing Reshapes Thermoforming at Duo FormFor thermoforming manufacturers like Duo Form, reducing production costs and lead times has become essential to staying competitive. Read more
April 29, 2025Painted Plastics Recycling in AutomotivesAutomotive plastics pose one of today’s biggest recycling challenges and hold the key to tomorrow’s circular economy solutions. Read more
April 25, 2025Why Carbon Fiber Reinforcement Works—or Doesn’t—in 3D PrintingANTEC® 2025 research reveals critical insights about when and why carbon fiber reinforcement succeeds or fails in 3D printing. Read more
April 22, 2025Upcycling Post-Industrial Recycled PP for Injection Molding ApplicationsAs industries strive to integrate recycled materials into mainstream manufacturing, researchers continue to explore ways to enhance the usability of post-industrial recycled polypropylene (PIR-PP). Read more