November 22, 2025Enzyme-Activated PVC: Redefining Vinyl’s End-of-Life PathwayHyphyn introduces enzyme-driven PVC biodegradation, achieving over 90% breakdown under ASTM D5511; however, real-world landfill validation remains pending. Read more
November 17, 2025Plastic Waste to Hydrogen—and Lubricant Additives—for H₂ EnginesTurning mixed plastic waste into hydrogen fuel and carbon nanomaterials for H₂ engines and advanced lubricant additives. Read more
November 11, 2025Surface Modification Strategies to Inhibit Plasticizer MigrationPlasticizer migration erodes performance and elevates compliance risk in PVC products. To counter this, surface engineering gives manufacturers direct, interface-level control. Read more
October 24, 2025Lead-Free Stabilization for PVC PipesHybrid stabilizers and smart extrusion enhance PVC pipe durability, recyclability, and energy efficiency for a sustainable future. Read more
October 21, 2025Impurities Threaten the Lifetime of Recycled Plastic PipesRecycled polypropylene enters pipe systems under rising mandates, yet impurity control ultimately governs crack kinetics and service life. 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
July 29, 2025High-Performance Plastics with a Costa Rican SealCosta Rica, already a leader in medical device exports, is emerging as a key global hub for high-performance plastic components. Read more
July 7, 2025Slashing Energy Use in PVC ExtrusionNew research reveals how optimizing PVC formulations and extrusion parameters can slash energy costs by up to 60% while maintaining product quality. Read more
June 24, 2025A Novel Analytical Approach to Detect NIAS in PolystyreneA new one-step, room-temperature extraction method enables accurate, non-targeted quantification of Non-Intentionally Added Substances (NIAS) in Polystyrene. Read more
May 13, 2025Inside Materials – EVAEVA is a copolymer that combines the flexibility of rubber with the processability of thermoplastics. Read more
May 7, 2025How Acrylic Additives Are Transforming PVC 3D PrintingAcrylic additives are rewriting the rules of 3D printing, turning brittle PVC layers into unbreakable bonds. Read more
April 23, 2025Enhancing Energy Efficiency in Polymer ExtrusionPolymer extrusion wastes a significant amount of energy on inefficiencies. Here is how modern technologies are locking down every lost watt. Read more