October 17, 2024A Look Ahead: Green Materials Trends for 2030The demand for sustainable, low-carbon materials is rising, driven by the global push toward decarbonization and the increasing focus on reducing carbon emissions. Read more
October 17, 2024Improved PVC Durability for Microplastic PreventionResearchers have developed a breakthrough technique to improve the durability of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), one of the most widely used plastics. Read more
September 18, 2024Inside Materials – PVCPolyvinyl Chloride (PVC) drives innovation across industries due to its properties like exceptional cost-performance ratio, versatility, and sustainability. Read more
September 7, 2024Emulsion Polymerization: Science and ApplicationsEmulsion polymerization is a useful and cost-effective process that allows for easy creation of several commercially important polymers. Read more
May 30, 2024PVC-Fiberglass Composites in Piping SystemsPVC-fiberglass composites have been positioned as an effective and innovative alternative, combining the strengths of both materials to create pipes with improved characteristics. Read more
April 23, 2024New Billie Eilish Album to Use Recycled and Bio-based VinylBillie Eilish plans to use recycled and bio-based vinyl, as well as recycled packaging materials, to make her upcoming third album as sustainable and eco-friendly as possible. Read more
March 14, 2024The Impact of Removing Problematic Materials in PackagingThe Consumer Goods Forum’s Golden Design Rule to remove problematic elements from packaging targets elements like undetectable carbon black, PVC, EPS, PS, PETG in rigid plastic packaging, and oxo-degradable materials. Its implementation promises profound environmental benefits and aligns with global sustainability goals. Read more
January 31, 2024Perstorp’s New PVC Plasticizer Based on Renewable Carbon ContentPerstorp Group today introduced a more sustainable, phthalate-free grade of PVC plasticizer called Pevalen Pro 100 that features 100 percent renewable carbon content based on mass balance. Read more
January 17, 2024Optimizing Recycled Polymers for High-Performance ApplicationsThe use of recycled polymers in manufacturing, particularly for lower-value items like trash bags, has become common but presents challenges in achieving a truly self-sustaining circular economy. Addressing the degradation mechanisms during the processing and use of plastic parts is crucial for developing high-performance materials. Read more
December 22, 2023Advancing PVC: A Safe and Eco-Friendly Approach to Enhance Thermal StabilityPVC stands tall among commercial plastics, but its thermal instability at processing temperatures poses challenges. To fortify PVC products against high temperatures, conventional heat stabilizers are often employed, yet they come with toxic baggage harmful to both humans and the environment. Read more