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Molecular Recycling for Hard-to-Recycle Plastics

2 years ago

GreenMantra Technologies diverts thousands of tons of plastic from landfills, dumps, and the ocean. They leverage molecular recycling to produce…

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Energy Management Systems – The Gas Bill

2 years ago

Most plastics processing sites use gas simply for space heating but some processes use gas as part of the process,…

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Flat, Recycled PET Bottles look to Disrupt Wine Packaging

2 years ago

Packamama's eco-conscious, lightweight, flat-pack, recycled PET (rPET) wine bottles save space, reduce supply-chain emissions, and are virtually unbreakable.

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The Hidden Power of Taggant Technologies in Plastics

2 years ago

Employed by myriad sectors ranging from fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) and retail packaging to pharmaceuticals, construction, and even government identification…

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Plastic Films: Solvent-Recycling Solutions

2 years ago

Recycling plastic films through Solvent-Targeted Recovery and Precipitation (STRAP) is crucial for environmental sustainability since packaging commonly uses these materials.…

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The Impact of Recycled Nylon and Lignin Biocarbon Composites

2 years ago

The latest research reveals how recycled nylon (RN) combined with lignin-derived biocarbon (BioC) is setting new benchmarks in the materials…

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Plastics in Industrial Design: A Catalyst for Change

2 years ago

Plastic technology not only broadens designers' creative horizons but also brings innovative approaches to manufacturing, sustainability, and user experience. Designers…

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TFA: A Sustainable Alternative to PFAS?

2 years ago

Trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) stands out as a promising alternative to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as "forever chemicals," due…

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Redefining Recycling: Depolymerization of PET

2 years ago

Chemical recycling, particularly the depolymerization of PET presents a groundbreaking approach to tackling the global plastic waste dilemma.

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Empowering Manufacturers Through Additive Manufacturing

2 years ago

More manufacturers are turning to additive manufacturing to ensure consistent outcomes. But many may not fully grasp how or why…