September 18, 2023Novel Process Affordably Turns Waste Plastic Into ‘Green’ HydrogenResearchers at Rice University develop a cost-effective, low-emissions method to harvest green hydrogen and high-value graphene from plastic waste. Read more
September 15, 2023Polyplastics’ New PPS Resin Withstands Thermal Runaway in EVsPolyplastics is the latest supplier to develop a high-heat engineering resin for EVs that protects against the ultra-high heat of thermal runaway in a Li-ion battery. The resin can be used without additional shielding components, reducing weight and EV manufacturing cost and freeing up space. Read more
September 14, 2023DuPont Expands Metal Replacement Options With New Acetal GradeDuPont’s latest Delrin acetal homopolymer resin has 10 percent greater mechanical properties than previous Delrin 100 workhorse version. Read more
September 14, 2023Plastics Trade Group Launches ‘Recycling is Real’ Advocacy CampaignThe Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) today launched a nationwide initiative promoting plastic recycling targeting policymakers and brand owners. The effort includes a website called “Recycling is Real” with videos and facts to support their argument. Read more
September 13, 2023Teknor Apex Slates TPE With 65 Percent Recycled ContentTeknor Apex will introduce a Monprene TPE with 65 percent recycled content. The grade will boost sustainability for end-users in the products they make. Read more
September 12, 2023Hegen to Launch First Recycled-Content Baby Bottle Using Solvay PPSU ResinHegen, a maker of specialty baby bottles, is commercializing the first feeding bottle made with recycled content. The Singapore company is using a grade of PPSU from Solvay that is certified as a circular feedstock. Read more
September 12, 2023Teknor Apex Adds TPVs With High Recycled ContentAutomotive grades meet growing sustainability needs of OEMs and brand owners. Read more
September 8, 2023Injection Molded Kids Bike Focuses on Safety, SustainabilityWeber Fibertech, a specialist in long fiber-reinforced thermoplastic parts, has partnered with KraussMaffei and a pair of former professional cyclists to produce a safe, sustainable children’s bicycle via the injection molding of nylon 6 reinforced with 40 percent recycled carbon fibers. They call it “a groundbreaking new and resource-saving material mix in the bicycle industry.” Read more
September 5, 2023Seaweed-Based Bioresins Are Ready for Prime TimeSupply Deal Targets Compostable Resins for Europe. Read more
September 1, 2023PHA Polymer Forecast to Grow at 15.9 Percent CAGRHigh rate for biobased polyester reflects growing demand for sustainable products Read more
August 29, 2023HP Leverages Recycled Materials in Latest Computer MonitorRecycled ABS and ocean-bound plastics used in huge curved monitor. Read more
August 23, 2023IDSA Bestows Coveted Design Awards on Innovative ProductsTop honors go to Polyformer, a homemade machine that turns PET bottles into 3D filaments. Read more