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Europe’s Plastics Industry in 2023

10 months ago

Plastics Europe has published its latest study, Plastics—The Fast Facts 2024, which presents preliminary global and European plastics production data…

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  • Compounding
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The Future of Plastic Compounding

10 months ago

Plastic compounding has the potential to transform traditional plastics into customized, high-performance polymers, driving innovation and meeting the evolving demands…

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SPE – A Key Observer in the Global Plastics Treaty

10 months ago

In a recent conversation with Plastics Engineering, SPE's spokespersons outlined the organization’s role in supporting the Global Plastics Treaty.

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Enhanced Epoxy Asphalt: New Self-Healing Technology

10 months ago

The editor's choice for November 2024 in SPE's Polymer Composites journal is "Introducing Diels-Alder reaction with carbon nanotubes for the…

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Optimizing Fiber Diameter in Spunbond Nonwoven Fabrics

10 months ago

Researchers recently optimized fiber diameter for nonwoven fabrics using advanced statistical tools, enhancing production efficiency and fabric performance for diverse…

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Hydrogel Microspheres for Skin Care Applications

10 months ago

Polish researchers have evaluated hydrogel microspheres made from chitosan and carrageenan as effective vitamin carriers for skin care.

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Mold Manufacturing: How to Choose the Best Alloy

10 months ago

Selecting the right alloy for mold manufacturing is essential for meeting industry demands for durability, thermal conductivity, and manufacturability.

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The Importance of Mold Temperature Control in Injection Molding

10 months ago

The temperature that the polymer experiences upon entering the mold and during solidification directly affects several part properties, ranging from…

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Polyamide Nanocomposites: A Shift in Sustainable Packaging

10 months ago

As sustainability takes center stage in packaging innovation, integrating Nanosilicates into polyamide has emerged as a key solution for industries…

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PFAS at a Glance: Challenges and Industry Impacts

10 months ago

The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) recently hosted its annual event in Baltimore, bringing together over 150 professionals focused on…