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Energy consumption in injection molding can be reduced by paying attention to material selection and by closely watching different stages in process parametrization.

Researchers enhanced PVA biofilms with Putranjiva Roxburghii seed shells (PRSS), improving biodegradability and properties for eco-friendly packaging.

For more than 70 years, hot runner systems have become a vital technology in plastic injection molding, improving production efficiency and enhancing product quality.

Plastics such as PTFE flood the medical industry daily. Examining PTFE’s past and present guides us towards its sustainable future.

Some surface defects in injection-molded parts arise from poorly designed components or gates. This article reviews these types of defects and offers possible solutions.

Researchers at James Cook University have developed a groundbreaking method to convert microplastics into graphene.

Integrating design, engineering, and sustainability is critical in modern manufacturing, especially large-scale production.

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) drives innovation across industries due to its properties like exceptional cost-performance ratio, versatility, and sustainability.

Denmark leads in environmental initiatives, including recycling Styrofoam (EPS). Widely used in packaging and insulation, expanded polystyrene presents significant challenges in waste management.

Plastic extrusion is vital in manufacturing a wide array of plastic products. Therefore, choosing the right extrusion partner is crucial for ensuring your project’s success. It can significantly impact both the quality and efficiency of production.

The University of California, Berkeley, developed a new catalytic chemical process that has the potential to revolutionize plastic recycling by converting waste polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) into valuable monomers.

The release of injection-molded thermoplastic parts requires long-lasting and cost-intensive aging tests. A simulation-based approach to assess the aging of thermoplastic parts would constitute an essential asset for any company.