November 3, 2025Natural and Mineral Fillers Improve UV Stability in Rotomolded PolyethyleneNatural and mineral fillers enhance UV resistance in rotomolded polyethylene, reducing surface oxidation and improving material durability. Read more
October 13, 2025Monomaterial Packaging: Unlocking Opportunities with MDO and High-Barrier ResinsExplore how MDO units and EVOH resins enable recyclable mono-material packaging, meeting European PPWR rules while improving strength, barrier, and sustainability. Read more
October 9, 2025Why 2025 Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) Targets Are SlippingPCR use doubled since 2019, yet 2025 packaging targets slip from supply, costs, and infrastructure gaps—what must change to meet 2030 goals? Read more
October 2, 2025In-Situ Investigations for Plastic Degradation in the Deep SeaDeep in the western Pacific Ocean, researchers investigated the microorganisms contributing to plastic degradation. Read more
September 25, 2025Optical Properties of Polymer Blends with Recycled ContentThe incorporation of recycled polymers into transparent applications challenges engineers to control haze, color shifts, and light scattering. Read more
September 8, 2025Electron-Beam Processing for Stronger, Sterile PolymersE-beam technology enhances polymers with wear resistance, fatigue strength, and integrated sterilization, redefining medical implants and devices. Read more
September 1, 2025If It’s Not Easy, People Won’t Recycle: The Truth About Plastic WastePlastic recycling remains low because systems are confusing and inconvenient. Clear rules and simpler processes can boost participation. Read more
August 25, 2025Regulatory Frameworks for AI-Powered Plastic SortingAs artificial intelligence transforms the identification, sorting, and recovery of plastics, regulators are racing to keep pace with a technology poised to redefine the future of recycling. Read more
August 5, 2025From Crude to Cost: The Oil-Plastic Price ConnectionPetroleum is the primary feedstock for plastic production, so fluctuations in oil prices significantly impact manufacturing and supply chain costs. Read more
June 5, 2025HDPE vs EPS in Seafood Packaging: A Comparative LCAA detailed LCA uncovers the operational trade-offs between HDPE crates and lightweight EPS boxes in the cold chain supply. Read more