Durables

As 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).

As demand for sustainable, high-performance insulation materials increases, researchers continue to explore innovative ways to enhance traditional polymers, such as polystyrene (PS).

Find ways to boost production, meet environmental regulations, and cut costs using data-driven tech solutions.

This UAE company’s trademarked Greenspun fabric is making waves with high-quality, recycled clothing.

Polyethylene dominates rotomolding, making up nearly 95% of materials used—but alternatives have their place.  Jake Kelly-Walley explains why PC is the new best friend of rotomolders.

Pia Wagner from the Institute for Plastics Processing (IKV) in Germany received the award for Best Presentation during the Injection Molding chapter’s reception at ANTEC 2025.

ICIPC (Instituto de Capacitación e Investigación del Plástico y del Caucho) in Colombia presented their sustainability assessment for PS at ANTEC® 2025, highlighting polystyrene’s potential to contribute to circular economy efforts in the country.

Empowered by the global crisis of plastic fiber waste, Healix, a Dutch start-up, aims to close the loop by creating infinity polymers from recovered fishing and farming plastic waste. 

2025 is a key milestone in the EU’s fight against plastic pollution, paving the way for more significant progress by 2030.

When extreme conditions demand superior performance, PEEK is the material of choice. It offers resistance, durability, and versatility across diverse industries.