March 27, 2025The Art of Undressing: How Naked Packaging Unveils SustainabilityIn a world of excessive branding, a new packaging trend is emerging that’s as much about what’s missing as what remains: Naked packaging design. Read more
March 25, 2025MacroCycle’s Molecular Approach to PET and Polyester RecyclingMacroCycle Technologies is redefining PET recycling through a scalable, energy-efficient molecular upcycling process. Read more
March 25, 2025Healix: Turning Fishing and Farming Plastic Waste into Circular MaterialsEmpowered by the global crisis of plastic fiber waste, Healix, a Dutch start-up, aims to close the loop by creating infinity polymers from recovered fishing and farming plastic waste. Read more
March 11, 2025Troubleshooting Diesel Effect in Injection MoldingThe diesel effect can occur in molds with insufficient venting, leading to burned parts in injection molding. However, several solutions can help prevent this defect. Read more
March 7, 2025Modifying the Slip of Plastic Films with AdditivesPlastic film’s slip and friction characteristics are essential for optimal performance in flexible packaging. Modifying these characteristics with additives can greatly benefit manufacturers. Read more
March 4, 2025HDPE Water Pipes: A Reliable Barrier Against PFAS PermeationResearchers investigated if per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) can permeate polyethylene (PE) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) water pipes. Read more
November 18, 2024Deep-Space Radiation Defense Using HDPEDesigned to protect astronauts from the hazardous radiation encountered in deep space, the AstroRad Vest leverages hydrocarbon polymer-high-density polyethylene (HDPE)—to shield critical organs without compromising mobility or comfort. Read more
November 8, 2024The Beauty of PEF: Combining Functionality with ArtAvantium and Studio Hoogvliet Jongerius showcase the versatility and beauty of PEF (Polyethylene Furanoate). Read more
September 26, 2024The Impact of PTFE in MedicalPlastics such as PTFE flood the medical industry daily. Examining PTFE’s past and present guides us towards its sustainable future. Read more
September 14, 2024Vaporizing Plastics -Turning Waste into OlefinsThe 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. Read more