September 28, 2023Electronification of Medical Devices Creates Markets for PlasticsGrowing use of electronification creates an automation-rich medical device market that relies on high-plastics parts for robot assembly and high precision. Read more
September 27, 2023Hennecke Rounds Out New PUR Foam Metering Machine LineTopline MK2 PUR foam metering model is final addition to Hennecke’s Next Generation series of advanced polyurethane foam metering machines. Read more
September 25, 2023Thermoformable Films to Post 5.7 Percent CAGR to 2031Food packaging, electronics and aerospace will drive much of the global demand for thermoformable films from 2023 to 2031. Report credits demand in food packaging, aerospace and electronics for growth This is a great time to invest in thermoforming, especially… Read more
September 25, 2023Mitsubishi Chemical Group and Partners Launch Lightweight, Composite Battery EnclosureTokyo-based Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCG) has partnered with two European firms to develop a lightweight polymer composite battery enclosure for electric vehicles (EVs) that features consolidated part design. It showcased the product at the recent Battery Show trade fair in… Read more
September 22, 2023Young Entrepreneur Creates Baby Bottle to Boost Safety, Efficacy of Feeding InfantsThe Natural Nipple features highly engineered silicone nipples to mimic mothers’ breasts For several years now, Lauren Wright has been obsessed with creating the safest baby bottle with silicone nipples for babies born prematurely through the first year of life.… Read more
September 22, 2023Circle of Life: PVC Building Materials Are More Recyclable Than EverPolyvinyl chloride is widely used in durable building and construction goods, notably pipe, windows, siding, flooring and roofing. PVC manufacturers have long reused regrind and refined their processes to minimize post-industrial (or pre-consumer) scrap. Read more
September 20, 2023Coalition of Firms Develop Recyclable, All-PET Bottle and Shrink Sleeve#SleeveConnect project uses CPET shrink sleeves on colorless, recycled PET bottles that can snap together. Read more
September 19, 2023Sidel Unveils High-Speed PET Bottle Blow Molding MachineNew Sidel bottle blow molding machine molds virgin or recycled PET bottles that are up to 10 liters in volume, at a rate of 18,000 bottles per hour. Read more
September 18, 2023Solar Panels Seen as Fast-Growing EV Charging OptionReport forecasts 35.5 percent CAGR for installed solar panels that automatically recharge an electric vehicle during driving. Read more
September 15, 2023Polyplastics’ New PPS Resin Withstands Thermal Runaway in EVsPolyplastics is the latest supplier to develop a high-heat engineering resin for EVs that protects against the ultra-high heat of thermal runaway in a Li-ion battery. The resin can be used without additional shielding components, reducing weight and EV manufacturing cost and freeing up space. Read more
September 14, 2023Plastics Trade Group Launches ‘Recycling is Real’ Advocacy CampaignThe Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) today launched a nationwide initiative promoting plastic recycling targeting policymakers and brand owners. The effort includes a website called “Recycling is Real” with videos and facts to support their argument. Read more
September 13, 2023AI Use in Packaging Seen Surging to Over $6 Billion by 2033The use of artificial intelligence in the packaging industry is projected to grow 11.2 percent per year to $6.02 billion, nearly triple in value, by 2033. Read more