Packaging
Emerging Bioplastic Derived from "Poo Molecule"
Lund University research experiments with novel biopolyester shows it to be more durable than both PET and other bioplastics.
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Additives: Conductive Black Concentrates for Broad Range of Thermoplastics
Orion Engineered Carbons XPB 633 Beads are well suited to thermoplastics requiring conductivity and antistatic properties.
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Collaboration on PHA-Based Water Bottles Underway
Danimer Scientific and Nestle in global partnership to develop biodegradable water bottles.
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Simultaneous Blowing/Filling Process ‘Breaks Down Walls’ in Supply Chain
Amcor’s LiquiForm technology supports new ‘holistic’ on-site processing service.
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Hot Half-Dozen Applications Driving Developments in PE
Sustainability, consumer convenience, and evolving e-commerce packaging are driving new advances in polyethylene.
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Plentiful News in Hot Runners at Fakuma Show
More compact hot runners, even for large parts; smarter controls; unusual nozzle designs; remote mold monitoring; and a new source of LSR cold-runners.
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Packaging Growth Points to Strong 2019
As the plastics industry adjusts to 2018’s higher orders volume, capital expenditures in the industry have increased significantly.
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Shells from Crustaceans Used by Montreal Researchers to Make Bioplastic
McGill University researchers have patented their process which initially could be used for disposable cutlery, straws and single-use bags.
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Sigma Plastics Continues Equipment Investment Spree
Film processor closed deals on 13 new lines during NPE2018. Adds four more from W&H, Reifenhauser.
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Ultra-Light, Recyclable One-Way PET Keg
CYPET’s blow-molded keg addresses two disadvantages of steel kegs—safety and cost.
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