Polyolefins

Inventory management stands at the core of operational excellence in the polymer packaging industry.

A detailed LCA uncovers the operational trade-offs between HDPE crates and lightweight EPS boxes in the cold chain supply.

Researchers 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.

Pet product manufacturers are embracing recycled plastics and long-life design to set new benchmarks for sustainability.

For thermoforming manufacturers like Duo Form, reducing production costs and lead times has become essential to staying competitive.

There is growing interest in enzymatic degradation as an alternative to biodegradation, though its full potential is not yet certain.

ANTEC® 2025 research reveals critical insights about when and why carbon fiber reinforcement succeeds or fails in 3D printing.

Polymer extrusion wastes a significant amount of energy on inefficiencies. Here is how modern technologies are locking down every lost watt.

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).

Companies worldwide are reevaluating their production processes. One major shift is the use of recycled content in manufacturing.

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.