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HDPE vs EPS in Seafood Packaging: A Comparative LCA

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A detailed LCA uncovers the operational trade-offs between HDPE crates and lightweight EPS boxes in the cold chain supply.

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Global Talent: Solving the Workforce Crisis in the Plastics Industry

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Global talent highly supports the growth of the plastics industry. While manufacturers can quickly install machinery and secure raw materials,…

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Perfectly Imperfect: How Freak Design Captures Gen Z Authenticity

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Forward-thinking brands are discovering that embracing unconventional, quirky, and deliberately flawed designs creates profound resonance with younger consumers.

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Plasma Treatments Revolutionize Polypropylene Bumper Paintability

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Researchers explored how atmospheric pressure plasma (APP) modifies the surface of bumpers to enhance paint adhesion without the need for…

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Understanding Packaging EPR in the UK

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The UK’s Extended Producer Responsibility scheme reshapes packaging design and recycling. Businesses now face new rules, fees, and sustainability standards.

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Metal-Free Laminates Solutions for High Barrier Applications

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Metal-free laminates have high packaging barrier properties while simplifying the recycling process, offering a sustainable solution without compromising functionality.

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Rethinking Energy Averages in LCA for Injection Molding

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Generic life cycle data hides the actual energy impact of injection molding and limits the ability to identify real opportunities…

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Eco-Friendly Pet Products Gain Momentum with Recycled Plastics

1 month ago

Pet product manufacturers are embracing recycled plastics and long-life design to set new benchmarks for sustainability.

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Starch-Based Alternatives to Conventional Adhesives

1 month ago

Starch-based polyelectrolyte complexes can be considered a sustainable step forward in packaging adhesives.

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Strategies for Cutting Waste in Packaging Manufacturing

1 month ago

As sustainability becomes a key priority across industries, packaging companies must rethink how they design, produce, and manage materials.