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The diesel effect can occur in molds with insufficient venting, leading to burned parts in injection molding. However, several solutions can help prevent this defect.

Kevlar is the ultimate ballistic material, known for its exceptional strength, high tenacity, and lightweight properties.

Researchers have unlocked a groundbreaking method to analyze polymer behavior under high-velocity impacts.

ANTEC® 2025 brings together scientists, engineers, and industry leaders to shape the future of plastics in a way that balances performance, sustainability, and innovation.

The Environment Directorate Chemicals and Biotechnology Committee from the OECD prepared a document that may help specialized and non-specialized populations understand PFAS terminology.

When extreme conditions demand superior performance, PEEK is the material of choice. It offers resistance, durability, and versatility across diverse industries.

Researchers are refining non-traditional approaches to removing “forever chemicals” from water.

Optimizing matrix viscosity is crucial for enhancing the mechanical performance of fiber-reinforced composites.

Plastics Engineering spoke with Roberto Nunez, Director of Market Development at Baerlocher USA, about the company’s role in plastics recycling.

Conor Carlin, SPE President, discusses SPE’s role in the Global Plastic Pollution Treaty, emphasizing its position as an impartial, technical organization capable of contributing to the treaty’s inherent challenges.

High-performance thermoset materials cannot be remelted or reshaped. Consequently, recycling carbon-fiber-reinforced composites poses significant challenges.

A team of researchers at the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science has created an innovative plastic designed to combat microplastic pollution.