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March 31, 2026FlexForum 2026: Key Policy Shifts in Flexible PackagingJoin FlexForum to explore PPWR, EPR, and PCR trends shaping flexible packaging design and recyclability. Read more
March 26, 2026Resin Drying: The Energy Elephant Hiding in Plain SightResin drying is a major energy consumer in plastics processing. Learn how to optimize dew point, airflow, and residence time to reduce costs and improve melt stability. Read more
March 3, 2026Sustainable Healthcare in 2026: Materials, Packaging, and WasteHospitals adopt sustainable materials, smarter packaging, and greener procurement to cut waste and emissions while protecting patient safety in 2026. Read more
February 13, 2026Managing Extruder Maintenance in the PFAS-Free TransitionWithout PFAS, extrusion systems lose their tolerance for small mechanical flaws. What once ran unnoticed now drives degradation, buildup, and instability. Read more
December 18, 2025Reactive Extrusion for PCR Odor ControlReactive extrusion reduces odor in post-consumer resins by leveraging targeted chemistry and venting to enable higher-quality circular PCR. Read more
November 24, 2025From Raincoats to Flooring: PVC’s Dual Life in Fashion and ConstructionPVC extends from flexible, RF-weldable coated fabrics to rigid, load-bearing profiles in buildings and flooring systems. Read more
November 18, 2025Polymer Sorbents for Critical MineralsEngineered polymers extract rare-earth ions from contaminated leachates, reducing acid consumption, cycle time, and solvent inventories. Read more
November 14, 2025Smart Factories in Plastics ProcessingSmart factories use data analytics, automation, and modular design to enhance efficiency, adaptability, and sustainability in plastics manufacturing. Read more