--- title: "Plastics Engineering" id: "8" type: "page" slug: "plastics-engineering" published_at: "2023-05-24T16:14:46+00:00" modified_at: "2023-06-21T20:35:40+00:00" url: "https://www.plasticsengineering.org/" markdown_url: "https://www.plasticsengineering.org/index.md" --- [Real-Time Melt Monitoring in Extrusion and Injection MoldingApril 20, 2026Inline rheology and spectroscopy enable real-time melt monitoring, improving quality control in extrusion and injection molding.](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/04/real-time-melt-monitoring-in-extrusion-and-injection-molding-011167/) [Conveying PCR: Reducing Fines, Angel Hair, and ScrapApril 17, 2026Pneumatic conveying can support efficient PCR processing, but only when system design and operating conditions protect pellet integrity and maintain stable separation.](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/04/conveying-pcr-reducing-fines-angel-hair-and-scrap-011052/) [Artificial Rattan: Furniture from PolyAlApril 16, 2026Recycled PolyAl beverage cartons are finding new life as design-forward furniture.](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/04/artificial-rattan-furniture-from-polyal-011037/) [ANTEC 2026: Rheology Understanding Leads to CompetitivenessApril 15, 2026ANTEC 2026 and the SPE Applied Rheology Chapter brought top innovators to Pittsburgh from March 9–12 of technical progress in plastics.](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/04/antec-2026-rheology-understanding-leads-to-competitiveness-010797/) [Advancing Sustainable Printed ElectronicsApril 15, 2026Advances in biobased substrates for printed devices show potential to improve sustainability in electronics.](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/04/advancing-sustainable-printed-electronics-011032/) [How to Test for Chemical Resistance in Plastic ComponentsApril 14, 2026Some applications require evaluating materials or parts under chemical stress. A practical insight provides tips for implementing standard or tailored testing to ensure part performance.](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/04/how-to-test-for-chemical-resistance-in-plastic-components-010963/) [Upcycling PET Through Artificial PhotosynthesisApril 13, 2026High-performance photocatalysts can upcycle post-consumer polyester under mild conditions.](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/04/upcycling-pet-through-artificial-photosynthesis-010940/) [In Vivo Plastic Waste UpcyclingApril 10, 2026Advancements in biotechnology highlight how engineered microbial catalysts can recycle plastic waste in vivo.](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/04/in-vivo-plastic-waste-upcycling-010935/) [Load more](#) ### Popular Articles [When Microplastics Meet PFAS: A Toxic Partnership in the EnvironmentNovember 26, 2025](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2025/11/when-microplastics-meet-pfas-a-toxic-partnership-in-the-environment-010217/) [EU PFAS Restriction Update: ECHA Consultation in 2026February 3, 2026](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/02/eu-pfas-restriction-update-echa-consultation-in-2026-010625/) [Reactive Extrusion for PCR Odor ControlDecember 18, 2025](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2025/12/reactive-extrusion-for-pcr-odor-control-010314/) [High-Temperature Photopolymer Inserts for Injection MoldingDecember 19, 2025](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2025/12/high-temperature-photopolymer-inserts-for-injection-molding-010325/) [PFAS-Free Liquid Cooling Hardware for AI Data CentersNovember 28, 2025](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2025/11/pfas-free-liquid-cooling-hardware-for-ai-data-centers-010198/) [Film Extrusion Troubleshooting: Stability, Defects, ControlFebruary 6, 2026](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/02/film-extrusion-troubleshooting-stability-defects-control-010639/) [Ica Manas-Zloczower: Breaking Barriers Without Asking PermissionFebruary 11, 2026](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/02/ica-manas-zloczower-breaking-barriers-without-asking-permission-010707/) [Biochar-Filled Polyolefins: Enhancing Fire Safety and StiffnessMarch 23, 2026](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/03/biochar-filled-polyolefins-enhancing-fire-safety-and-stiffness-010893/) [Surface Modification Strategies to Inhibit Plasticizer MigrationNovember 11, 2025](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2025/11/surface-modification-strategies-to-inhibit-plasticizer-migration-010083/) [Hyper-nucleated PP for Clear Monomaterial PackagingJanuary 19, 2026](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/01/hyper-nucleated-pp-for-clear-monomaterial-packaging-010463/) [How Packaging Pictograms Shape Consumer Decisions in SecondsDecember 5, 2025](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2025/12/how-packaging-pictograms-shape-consumer-decisions-in-seconds-010243/) [Biodegradable Polymer Blends: Key Findings and Future OutlookFebruary 24, 2026](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/02/biodegradable-polymer-blends-key-findings-and-future-outlook-010584/) ### Events [4 May 2026FlexForum](https://flex-forum.org/) [4 May 2026SPE COURSE: Additives for Plastics Recycling](https://www.4spe.org/spe-course-additives-for-plastics-recycling/) [5 May 2026WORKSHOP: AI and Data-Driven Predictive Manufacturing in Polymer Extrusion](https://www.4spe.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageID=9997) [6 May 2026ADDITIV Defense 2026](https://app.swapcard.com/event/additiv-defense-2026) [All events](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/events/) ### Latest SPE news [FlexForum 2026 Brings Flexible Packaging Leaders to Fort MyersApril 9, 2026](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/04/flexforum-2026-brings-flexible-packaging-leaders-to-fort-myers-011346/) [The Debut of the SPE IMPACT AwardsApril 6, 2026](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/04/the-debut-of-the-spe-impact-awards-011102/) [International Polyolefins Conference: Industry´s Competitive EdgeJanuary 21, 2026](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/01/international-polyolefins-conference-industrys-competitive-edge-010483/) [SPE Notice to CouncilorsJanuary 14, 2026](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2026/01/spe-notice-to-councilors-010522/) [All SPE News](https://www.plasticsengineering.org/c/spe-news/)