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Europe’s Plastics Industry in 2023

4 weeks ago

Plastics Europe has published its latest study, Plastics—The Fast Facts 2024, which presents preliminary global and European plastics production data…

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The Future of Plastic Compounding

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Plastic compounding has the potential to transform traditional plastics into customized, high-performance polymers, driving innovation and meeting the evolving demands…

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SPE – A Key Observer in the Global Plastics Treaty

4 weeks ago

In a recent conversation with Plastics Engineering, SPE's spokespersons outlined the organization’s role in supporting the Global Plastics Treaty.

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Enhanced Epoxy Asphalt: New Self-Healing Technology

4 weeks ago

The editor's choice for November 2024 in SPE's Polymer Composites journal is "Introducing Diels-Alder reaction with carbon nanotubes for the…

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Optimizing Fiber Diameter in Spunbond Nonwoven Fabrics

1 month ago

Researchers recently optimized fiber diameter for nonwoven fabrics using advanced statistical tools, enhancing production efficiency and fabric performance for diverse…

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Hydrogel Microspheres for Skin Care Applications

1 month ago

Polish researchers have evaluated hydrogel microspheres made from chitosan and carrageenan as effective vitamin carriers for skin care.

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Mold Manufacturing: How to Choose the Best Alloy

1 month ago

Selecting the right alloy for mold manufacturing is essential for meeting industry demands for durability, thermal conductivity, and manufacturability.

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The Importance of Mold Temperature Control in Injection Molding

1 month ago

The temperature that the polymer experiences upon entering the mold and during solidification directly affects several part properties, ranging from…

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Polyamide Nanocomposites: A Shift in Sustainable Packaging

1 month ago

As sustainability takes center stage in packaging innovation, integrating Nanosilicates into polyamide has emerged as a key solution for industries…

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PFAS at a Glance: Challenges and Industry Impacts

1 month ago

The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) recently hosted its annual event in Baltimore, bringing together over 150 professionals focused on…