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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
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January 19, 2026Hyper-nucleated PP for Clear Monomaterial PackagingHyper-nucleated polypropylene improves clarity, stiffness and recyclability in rigid packaging by controlling crystallization. Read more
December 29, 2025Cobots in Plastic Bag ManufacturingAs manufacturers embrace Industry 4.0, collaborative robots leveraging machine learning (ML) bring autonomy and efficiency to the factory floor. 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
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
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