sustainability
Sensing Instrumentation for More Sustainable and Automated Polymer Processing
NPE2024: Dynisco solutions support move to nontoxic materials and adds feedback control capability.
Matt Stonecash
Associate Editor, Plastics Technology Magazine
Brightmark Intends to Build Recycling Circularity Center in Upson County, Georgia
The company announced plans for an investment totaling $950 million.
Read MoreCoca-Cola’s Redesign of Small PET Bottles Pushes Lightweighting Below Prior ‘Floor’
Coca-Cola thought it had reached the limits of lightweighting for its small PET carbonated soft drink bottles. But a “complete redesign” led to a further 12% reduction.
Read MoreDr. Walter Kaminsky: Pioneer of Catalysts Revolutionizing Polymer Production and Recycling
Dr. Walter Kaminsky’s pioneering research on metallocene catalysts at the University of Hamburg sparked a global revolution in plastics production. Inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, Kaminsky’s legacy continues to shape the polyolefin industry and plastic recycling technologies.
Read MoreA Lifetime of Innovation in Plastics Machinery: Wolfgang Meyer
Wolfgang Meyer, a German mechanical engineer and industry leader whose contributions to plastics machinery have shaped the industry. Inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, Meyer’s work in injection molding, blow molding and sustainability has left an enduring legacy.
Read MoreBASF Chair to Keynote on Firm's Sustainability Path
Chair, CEO Heinz to discuss materials giant's sustainability journey.
Read MoreEngineering Resins Compounder Expands to Take on More Scrap
Polymer Resources responds to sustainability push by upgrading plant with grinding and shredding equipment to take on both postindustrial and postconsumer reclaim.
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Kiefel Showcasing New Equipment and Sustainable Solutions
NPE2024: Kiefel is demonstrating its Speedformer KMD 90.1 Premium machine and cutting-edge technology for efficient polymer cups and fiber sip-lid production.
Lilli Manolis Sherman
Contributing Editor, Plastics Technology Magazine
Processing Megatrends Drive New Product Developments at NPE2024
It’s all about sustainability and the circular economy, and it will be on display in Orlando across all the major processes. But there will be plenty to see in automation, AI and machine learning as well.
Read MorePIR/PCR Recycled Content and Biobased TPEs for Broad Range of Applications
NPE2024: Kraiburg TPE launching PCR/PIR content polyolefin-based TPEs and its expanded line of Thermolast R biobased TPEs.
Read MoreHow Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Measures a Manufacturer’s Carbon Footprint and Environmental Impact
Life cycle assessments (LCA) are rising in popularity in some industries as a way of evaluating a product’s environmental impact. What are LCAs and what do they mean for Tier suppliers?
Read MoreWelcome to our NPE2024 Show Issue
Megatrends such as sustainability are the driving force behind a slew of new product introductions at the May show. Catch up on what’s in store on the show floor right here.
Read MoreInfrastructure May Prove Big Landing Spot for Recycled Plastics
As the government funds infrastructure improvements, a hot topic at NPE2024 – exploration of the role recycled plastics can play in upcoming projects, particularly road development.
Read MorePHA Compound Molded into “World’s First” Biodegradable Bottle Closures
Beyond Plastic and partners have created a certified biodegradable PHA compound that can be injection molded into 38-mm closures in a sub 6-second cycle from a multicavity hot runner tool.
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Addressing Supply Chain Leakage in Plastics
NPE2024: Ultratech offers spill containment solutions customized for handling plastic pellets.
Matt Stonecash
Associate Editor, Plastics Technology Magazine
Avient and Hager Collaborate in Recycled Content Outdoor Sockets and Switches
Hager’s new cybyko leaf waterproof sockets and switches incorporate 27% of Avient’s Maxxam REC recycled polyolefin formulations.
Read MoreUpdated Interactive Tool for Predicting Multilayer Film Performance, Recycled PE Grades
NPE 2024: NOVA Chemicals presents the latest enhancements to its Bonfire Multilayer Property Predictor and new Syndigo rPE portfolio.
Read MoreEducation at NPE2024: More Reasons Than Ever to Attend
NPE attendees will learn about the future of plastics, the important part they play in our evolving industry and how plastics contribute to our daily lives and our circular economy.
Read MoreSustainable Carbon Blacks for Wire and Cable and Other Applications
NPE 2024: Orion showcases carbon blacks from end-of-life pyrolysis oil.
Read MorePolypropylene Film Made From Certified Circular Resin
Torayfan PP film is made with certified circular resins.
Read MoreJoint Trial by Syensqo and Tomra Separates Multilayer PVDC Film From Polyolefins
Results apply to shrink film for consumer and food packaging.
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BASF Highlighting How They 'Make, Use and Recycle Future Solutions'
NPE 2024: On May 8, company chairman and CEO Michael Heinz gives keynote session, “Our Plastics Journey: The Road to a Sustainable Future.”
Lilli Manolis Sherman
Contributing Editor, Plastics Technology Magazine
For PLASTICS' CEO Seaholm, NPE to Shine Light on Sustainability Successes
With advocacy, communication and sustainability as three main pillars, Seaholm leads a trade association to NPE that ‘is more active today than we have ever been.’
Read MoreAustrian Recycler's Mission to Recycle PET Takes It Beyond Bottles
Mission PET supplements bottle-to-bottle capability with alternative applications for recycled PET.
Read MoreReport Forecasts Continued Expansion in Global Biobased Polymer Production
Nova Institute forecasts 17% growth 2023-2028, driven by Asian and American demand.
Read MoreContinuous Mixer Supports Mechanical and Chemical Recycling Applications
NPE2024: Recycling solution works for a variety of situations including pyrolysis.
Read MoreBlender Built for Hard-to-Handle Materials
NPE2024: New series targets application using recycled materials. Quick-change feeder also debuts.
Read MoreCompounding and Injection Molding Combined in Circularity Display
NPE2024: KraussMaffei aims to “make plastic green” with in-booth moldings and recycled plastics converted into other applications through a combination of injection molding, extrusion and inline compounding.
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