November 28, 2023How does the PFAS ban affect the plastics industry?Companies that produce Fluoropolymers may try to switch to PFAS-free solutions or ask for an exemption, which could be temporary. Read more
November 16, 2023Energy Management Systems – Getting StartedIf energy use is not visible and measured then there will be no improvement. Every site needs an ‘Energy Policy’ – a statement of commitment on energy use. Read more
September 29, 2023Sidel’s new bottle base design helps enable production of all-rPET bottles for carbonated soft drinksSidel’s StarLITE R bottle is said to offer blow molders a wider processing window for making carbonated soft drink bottles from 100 percent recycled PET. 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 12, 2023Hegen to Launch First Recycled-Content Baby Bottle Using Solvay PPSU ResinHegen, a maker of specialty baby bottles, is commercializing the first feeding bottle made with recycled content. The Singapore company is using a grade of PPSU from Solvay that is certified as a circular feedstock. Read more
August 22, 2023Chinese Firm Blow Molds Massive HDPE TanksYankang Plastic Machinery touts machines making 20,000-liter water tanks. Read more
August 18, 2023A New Way of Controlling the Parison in Extrusion Blow MoldingNew patent suggests that using spring-loaded pistons can better control parison consistency in extrusion blow molding applications. Read more
July 11, 2023SPE Conference to Address PFAS Chemicals LandscapeSPE conference to examine impact of PFAS bans, regulation, economic impact and alternatives. Read more
July 6, 2023Cork/Polymer Bio-Composites Contribute to Award-Winning Solar Energy ProjectA bio-composite compound made from waste cork and recycled high-density polyethylene is honored for keeping a solar farm afloat on a reservoir in Portugal. Read more
June 7, 2023Rear Guard: Blow Molded Ford Bumpers Have Rear Park-Assist SensorsCompanies develop first blow molded SUV bumper with park-assist sensors. Read more
May 27, 2023Additive Formulations Target Evolving End-Use NeedsAdditive suppliers fine-tune grades that enhance recycled polymers, product aesthetics and shelf life Read more