September 11, 2025Designing High-Value Plastic Products with a Soft FeelWidely used in consumer goods, these specialty coatings give plastic surfaces a sleek, smooth, suede-like texture that enhances both look and touch. Read more
September 10, 2025Sustainable Plastics Power the Blind Box BoomBlind box toys and collectibles have surged globally, bringing a new niche to the plastic industry. Read more
September 3, 2025Laboratories Shift from Single-use Plastics to Circular SolutionsLabs worldwide are moving beyond disposables, adopting circular plasticware solutions through innovation, regulation, and rising sustainability demands. Read more
September 2, 2025When Packaging Shape Speaks Louder Than WordsStructural packaging design goes beyond function, shaping brand identity, recognition, and emotional connection with consumers. 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 26, 2025Upcycling Invasive Species: A Novel Biodegradable AlternativeCan two global issues be solved simultaneously? HyaPak, a Kenya-based startup, is proving that it is. Read more
August 22, 2025From Polymers to Patients: Plastics in Wearable TechA new generation of conductive plastics allows engineers to print sensors directly onto flexible, skin-like materials, paving the way for a new era of personalized health. Read more
August 18, 2025Rethinking Composite Safety in Deep-Ocean SubmersiblesImplosion of carbon fiber submersible raises questions about composites in undersea vessels. Read more
August 15, 2025Get Gate Placement Right: Tips for Straighter Molded PartsGate placement isn’t just a technical detail—it shapes everything from aesthetics to internal stress, shrinkage control, flow quality, and mold wear. Read more
August 13, 2025Reinventing Yogurt Packaging: How rPET Cups Are Changing the GameALPLA’s new ultra-thin rPET yogurt cups combine high performance with recyclability, aligning with future EU packaging standards and circular goals. Read more