Lilli Manolis Sherman

Lilli Manolis Sherman Contributing Editor

Novomer Achieves Breakthrough in Development of Low-Cost Compostable Polymers

Novomer expects strong economics and scalability of its Rinnovo PHA to meet circular economy demands of brand owners.

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DOE’s Argonne National Lab Scientists Host Webinar on Plastic Waste

Scientists to discuss market and technological drivers and survey a few of the most promising frontiers that will play key role in addressing plastic waste.  

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Stratasys Direct, Xometry Team to Deliver High-Performance 3D Printed Parts on Demand

Customers can now purchase high-performance nylon parts produced by Stratasys Direct through Xometry’s marketplace.

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Elix and Polyscope Cooperate in Specialty Materials for Automotive Interior Applications

Premium automotive interior structural parts such as sunroof modules are targeted by ‘partners’ Elix Polymers and Polyscope Polymers. 

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Milliken Expands Recycling Additives Product Portfolio with new Acquisition

Milliken has acquired Zebra-chem GmbH, a global manufacturer of peroxide and blowing agents additive masterbatches.

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Cyclic Olefin Copolymer Earns APR Recognition for Recyclability with HDPE

Polyplastics is developing key data to support industrywide sustainability efforts that will allow companies to confidently use its Topas COC to enhance the performance of recyclable products.

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Danimer Scientific Hires Innovative Packaging Expert

  Newly hired v.p. of technology development Brad Rodgers to guide development of Danimer’s Nodax PHA for food & beverage, consumer packaged goods and more.  

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Dukane Expands CNC Machining Capabilities to Meet Growing Demands

Welding equipment maker Dukane anticipates a surge in demand for more complex tooling in the near term and shorter lead times.  

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Film Structure Designs Formulated with PCR Debuted by Nova Chemicals

Nova’s new series of customizable film structure designs formulated with post-consumer resin.  

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Lanxess to Acquire Emerald Kalama Chemicals

Emerald Kalama’s additives for plastics include non-phthalate PVC plasticizers and polyolefin modifiers.

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Prices Still Rising for Volume Resins

Global supply constraints on feedstocks and some resins, along with strong demand, are driving continued increases.

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Braskem Introduces E-Commerce of PP Filament Spools for 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing

Available through thermoplastics distributor M.Holland, this is the first time Braskem’s PP 3D printing filament spools are targeted to all consumers via e-commerce.

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