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How to Test for Chemical Resistance in Plastic Components

9 hours ago
Laura Florez

Some applications require evaluating materials or parts under chemical stress. A practical insight provides tips for implementing standard or tailored…

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Upcycling PET Through Artificial Photosynthesis

1 day ago

High-performance photocatalysts can upcycle post-consumer polyester under mild conditions.

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In Vivo Plastic Waste Upcycling

4 days ago

Advancements in biotechnology highlight how engineered microbial catalysts can recycle plastic waste in vivo.

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FlexForum 2026 Brings Flexible Packaging Leaders to Fort Myers

5 days ago

Get a preview of FlexForum 2026, where flexible packaging professionals will explore regulation, circularity, innovation, and market trends.

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RecyQMeter: Quantifying Recycled Plastic Quality

5 days ago

A newly developed, open-access tool helps plastic recyclers pinpoint appropriate market applications.

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Recycled Carbon Fiber from Automotive Waste

6 days ago

Automotive recycling combines EOL bumpers with carbon fiber scraps. This rCF-rPP composite increases stiffness and diverts plastic from landfills.

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Biodegradable Planting Bags: A Solution for Agricultural Plastic Waste

1 week ago

Cassava starch-soy films provide biodegradable nursery bags that cut soil microplastic buildup without compromising agronomic performance.

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The Debut of the SPE IMPACT Awards

1 week ago

The 2026 SPE IMPACT Awards highlight breakthroughs in advanced injection molding technology, including YETI’s PPS lid and the SIMOLDES Eco…

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Thermotropic LCEs Power Soft Robotics

1 week ago

Engineers leverage thermotropic LCE phase transitions to power prosthetics, overcoming rigid motor constraints with flexible actuation.

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Digitalization and Simulation: Redefining What is Possible

2 weeks ago

AI-aided polyurethane simulation reduces modeling time from days to seconds. Digital material twins optimize tool design and predict foaming behavior.