Industry

In the competitive world of plastic processing, ensuring clean machinery and minimal downtime is crucial for maintaining high production standards.

Plastics Injection molding accounts for nearly 50% of all plastic processing methods. Compared to other processes like blow molding or thermoforming, it is preferred for its ability to produce complex parts with high repeatability and minimal waste.

Direct fluorination is a widely used surface treatment in the packaging industry to enhance barrier properties. However, it has recently been linked to PFAS contamination in HDPE and PP.

The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) released its inaugural Plastics Demand Estimate in July 2024, starting with data from May 2024. This monthly estimate will provide regular insights into plastic trends.

Researchers have developed a method to recycle styrene foam into valuable electronic materials.

PFAS are everywhere. As laboratory characterization techniques evolve, governmental entities adjust.

Plastics training is a significant component of employee development. PE will present the main sources around the world to keep trained your team based on innovation and research for the industry.

Foam plastic insulation offers numerous benefits, making it an excellent choice for a variety of applications.

Mango Materials transforms waste methane into biodegradable PHA, providing a sustainable alternative to plastics and creating significant opportunities for innovation across multiple sectors.

Fluoropolymers enhance various applications across multiple industries, including aerospace, automotive, electronics, packaging, and medical.

Why an assessment of the next gen of injection molding is needed? The global injection molding market was valued at USD 265.1 billion in 2020 and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6% from 2021 to 2028.

Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) developed a new technique called “nano stitching,” which significantly enhances composite materials’ mechanical properties.