June 20, 2025Thermosetting Resin: Plugging Abandoned Oil WellsResearchers are assessing a novel resin for plugging unused oil wells as an alternative to cement. Read more
June 19, 2025Improving Metal–Plastic Adhesion in Insert Injection MoldingBy employing surface engineering techniques, researchers can improve the durability of components made using insert injection molding. Read more
June 18, 2025EU Biodegradability Regulations for Agricultural ApplicationsRegulations are shaping the agriculture industry’s use of plastic. Read more
June 17, 2025EU’s PPWR: Strategies for Compliance by 2030As the EU rewrites the rules on packaging, engineers face a complex task: making plastics recyclable, compliant, and competitive by 2030. Read more
June 16, 2025FDA Accelerates Approvals for Recycled Plastics in Food PackagingU.S. Food & Drug Administration accepts LLDPE resin mechanically recycled from stretch film for use at up to 100 percent level in food-contact packaging. Read more
June 16, 2025Earth Brands’ Earth Cup: Biodegradable Disposable CupsEarth Brands, founded by two sophomores at Williams College, aims to replace disposable plastic cups on college campuses—and beyond. Read more
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 12, 2025The Role of Foamed Plastics in Reusable DrinkwareFoamed plastics and renewable polymers drive next-gen sustainable drinkware, which uses less material, improves insulation, and is fully recyclable. 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 9, 2025Flame Treatment 4.0: Fire, Science, and Smarter ManufacturingNew digital tools, including fluid dynamics simulations and AI, now allow engineers to optimize flame treatment with unprecedented precision. To understand their impact, let’s explore the latest advancements and their real-world benefits for plastic manufacturers. Read more