polyolefins
Waste Plastics Must D-I-E
New research publications describe dehydrogenation, isomerization, ethenolysis as a pathway for polyethylene recycling.
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Sorting Mixed Plastics by Color and Type
Steinert will demonstrate plastic sorting technology at K 2022.
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Swag Bags for Chicago Marathon Will Be Recyclable AND Biodegradable
Polymateria will debut bags made from their self-destructing Lyfecycle product at the competition.
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Live Demos at K 2022 Highlight Recyclate, Processing Equipment, and Additives
Collaboration will demonstrate elements of HDPE and PP recycling.
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Milliken Starts Production of New PP Clarifier Plant
Milliken’s Blacksburg, S.C., plant will allow company to double production of Millad NX 8000.
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Finnish Tech Center to Commercialize Chemical Recycling Process for Polyolefins
Process developed by VTT reduces waste polyolefins back to olefins will be basis for new company.
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Several PP Products Now Eligible for "Widely Recyclable" Label
How2Recycle labeling program upgrades status of PP tubs, bottles, jugs, and jars.
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Melt Flow Rate Testing–Part 1
Though often criticized, MFR is a very good gauge of the relative average molecular weight of the polymer. Since molecular weight (MW) is the driving force behind performance in polymers, it turns out to be a very useful number.
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PP Compounds for Foam Injection Molding
SABIC’s new mineral-reinforced PP compounds said to deliver excellent aesthetics for visible automotive interior parts with complex geometries.
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Formulating LLDPE/LDPE Blends For Abuse–Resistant Blown Film
A new study shows how the type and amount of LDPE in blends with LLDPE affect the processing and strength/toughness properties of blown film. Data are shown for both LDPE-rich and LLDPE-rich blends.
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