August 20, 2025Microplastics and Nanoplastics: Hard to See, Harder to StopDr. Prithu Mukhopadhyay, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology, shares insights on microplastics and their impact. Read more
August 14, 2025GLA-Modified PLA Offers Potential for the Packaging IndustryGLA-based additives improve PLA flexibility and enzymatic breakdown, enabling better lifecycle performance in targeted packaging applications. Read more
July 28, 2025Glenn Beall: A Legacy of Innovation, Education, and Leadership in PlasticsPlastics Engineering honors Glenn Beall’s remarkable journey, highlighting his deep impact on design, education, and industry collaboration. Read more
July 25, 2025Getting PCR Right in Injection MoldingThis is the second in a two-part series discussing adjusting your injection molding process to incorporate PCR. Read more
July 12, 2025Recycled PETG Powers Carbon Fiber Filaments for 3D PrintingIn a recent study published in Polymer Composites, researchers led by Sütcüler et al. unveiled a lab-scale process to manufacture continuous carbon fiber (CCF) filaments using recycled PETG (rPETG). Read more
July 9, 2025Polypropylene Waste for Binder Use in Building MaterialsResearchers are trying a different approach to composite building materials by using sand as filler and polypropylene waste as a binder. Read more
July 1, 2025Pushing the Limits: Carbon Fiber in Battery PackagingPolymer-based solutions pave the way for composite materials to meet the strict demands of modern energy storage. Read more
June 30, 2025Optimizing Thermoset Epoxies for Additive Manufacturing with Sparse InfillMichigan State University researchers unveiled novel thermoset epoxies capable of bridging unsupported gaps in sparse infill structures at ANTEC® 2025. 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
June 23, 2025Orange Peel Waste Boosts PBAT PackagingNew research explores how citrus waste can enhance biodegradable films for food applications. Read more