economics
Index Climbs Higher Toward ‘Neutral’ Mark
New orders and production hint at a bottom in the initial disruption caused by the Coronavirus pandemic.
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Nova Chemicals Talks Recycled Plastics, Sustainability Strategy
In this Q&A, Monika Kleczek, circular economy market development manager, Nova Chemicals Polyethylene Business, talks about the company’s efforts to expand a market for recycled plastics.
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Pandemic’s Impact on U.S. Plastics Appears Weaker Than Originally Forecast
A second quarter economic report from the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) reveals the possibility of a less severe coronavirus slowdown in the plastics industry than previously expected.
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Contraction Slows for Processors
For the first time since the coronavirus pandemic, Gardner Business Index signals decelerating contraction as all components report improved readings.
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Plastics Processing Business Continued Contracting in April
Global economic shutdown causes downturn in new orders and production.
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Additives: Additive and White Masterbatch Portfolio for BOPE Films
Ampacet’s Biox4ce additive masterbatches for biaxially-oriented polyethylene (BOPE) film applications support the circular economy.
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Processing Index Contracts as Coronavirus Disrupts Economy
COVID-19 results in weaker new orders, production dips and a disrupted supply chain in March. But for how long?
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Waste Solutions Provider Brightmark Announces New Growth Plan
Over the past two years, Brightmark has more than tripled the size of its staff, garnered $150 million in equity investments in its projects, and acquired proprietary technology that aims to create a circular economy for post-use plastics.
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3D Printing Helps Close the Loop for Armor’s Circular Economy
Manufacturing 3D printing filament was first a way for Armor to recycle its own reclaimed plastic waste. But now, this 911±¬ÁÏÍø unit is helping to close the loop on sustainability for plastic 3D printed products.
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