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Reinforced PVC Composites from E-Waste

1 year ago

PVC Composites reinforced with non-metallic printed circuit boards (PCBs) offer a groundbreaking solution to the escalating e-waste crisis, as it…

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Inside the Global Plastics Treaty

1 year ago

The Global Plastics Treaty ambitiously aims to tackle plastic pollution but currently needs a defined scope. INC must unite on…

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Cleaner Latex, Safer Planet: Ammonia-Free Solutions

1 year ago

The rubber industry employs ammonia to preserve latex by preventing bacterial growth and stabilizing particles. However, ammonia poses significant health…

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The Facts About Antimony in PET Bottles

1 year ago

PET has long been the most popular material for food and beverage packaging. However, antimony (Sb) has been associated with…

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Biomethanol-Based Silicone Rubber – A Future Perspective

1 year ago

The German company WACKER has adopted the mass balance approach, which enables the simultaneous processing of fossil-based and renewable raw…

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AFLatex Technologies Transforms Natural Rubber Latex Preservation

1 year ago

AFLatex Technologies revolutionizes natural rubber latex preservation with eco-friendly methods, reducing reliance on harmful chemicals. 

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Enhancing Molding Processes with Dielectric Analysis

1 year ago

By leveraging the capabilities of Dielectric Analysis (DEA), manufacturers can achieve higher standards of quality and performance, leading to better…

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Redesigning Marine Structures for Sustainability

1 year ago

The maritime sector contributes to approximately 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions. The international shipping industry aims to reduce emissions…

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Looking Ahead – Future Shifts in the Plastics Industry

1 year ago

A recent study by Shell Polymers shows some trends that will impact companies' operations due to significant shifts in regulatory…

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Setting the Tone with Functional Pigments

1 year ago

Improvements in functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability highlighted discussions of colorant advances during the virtual CAD RETEC conference in September presented…