October 3, 2024Oyster Shells to Seawool: A Fabric RevolutionSeawool is produced by grinding oyster shells into nanobeads combined with recycled polyester. This process upcycles the waste material, sparking a fabric revolution in sustainable textiles. Read more
October 1, 2024Two Ways to Reduce Energy Consumption in Injection MoldingEnergy consumption in injection molding can be reduced by paying attention to material selection and by closely watching different stages in process parametrization. Read more
September 30, 2024Advancing PVA Biofilms with Natural Seed ShellsResearchers enhanced PVA biofilms with Putranjiva Roxburghii seed shells (PRSS), improving biodegradability and properties for eco-friendly packaging. Read more
September 20, 2024Upcycling Microplastics into GrapheneResearchers at James Cook University have developed a groundbreaking method to convert microplastics into graphene. Read more
September 18, 2024Inside Materials – PVCPolyvinyl Chloride (PVC) drives innovation across industries due to its properties like exceptional cost-performance ratio, versatility, and sustainability. Read more
September 17, 2024Denmark’s Styrofoam Recycling StrategyDenmark leads in environmental initiatives, including recycling Styrofoam (EPS). Widely used in packaging and insulation, expanded polystyrene presents significant challenges in waste management. 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
September 6, 2024Polymer Resources – Innovating Thermoplastics for SustainabilityCompanies like Polymer Resources Ltd. lead pioneering technologies that address industry challenges and set new thermoplastic benchmarks. Read more
September 3, 2024Trends in Film Packaging – Shaping the FutureFlexible packaging enhances our daily lives by protecting the food and goods we buy. However, as new trends emerge, sustainability remains crucial in film-layer packaging. Read more
September 2, 2024Dissolution – The “Physical Recycling” MethodDissolution or purification is an option for recycling polymers without altering their chemical structure while ensuring energy efficiency. Nevertheless, solvents may be an environmental concern. Read more
August 30, 2024Advances in PTFE RecyclingRecycling fluoropolymers is complex but essential for environmental resource efficiency and several industries that depend upon their properties. Read more
August 29, 2024Driving Circularity in Durable PlasticsDurable plastics play an integral role in modern society, but their durability challenges their recyclability and end-of-life. Read more