July 4, 2023Avient Launches Digital Color Prediction Service for Recycled ResinsNovel new color prediction tool for recycled resins can help shorten product development time. Read more
July 4, 2023Vinyl Confab Focuses on PVC Research and Market NeedsPVC developments focus on resin process technology recycling techniques and life cycle analysis of products. Read more
July 3, 2023Printed Polymer Device Reads Blood Pressure on SmartphoneResearchers seek to make blood pressure readings available to everyone with low-cost device. Read more
July 3, 2023Wohlers Reports Track Growth, Value of Additive ManufacturingGlobal reports on additive manufacturing find double-digit growth, emerging opportunities for process. Read more
June 30, 2023Composites Scrutinized After Fatal OceanGate FailureImplosion of carbon fiber submersible raises questions about composites in undersea vessels. Read more
June 30, 20233D Printing Technology Recreates Lunar Surface for NASA FaçadeBranch Technology 3D prints an accurate map of lunar surface for NASA Space Camp building. Read more
June 28, 2023Composition, and Potential, of Waste PlasticsIowa State University project dissects the contents of bales acquired from different recycling facilities. Read more
June 27, 2023Course Correction: SPE Technical Programs Director Plots Content ChangesSPE’s technical programs director wants broader content at ANTEC and other events. Read more
June 25, 2023Kuusakoski Builds Composites Shredding Plant in FinlandMaterials recycling company Kuusakoski Oy will invest to build a shredding and treatment plant for composites in southern Finland. The plant will reportedly be the first such facility in Finland. Read more
June 20, 2023Paved With Good Intentions: Plastics Waste Gets New Life as Asphalt AdditivePlastics waste gets new life and positive reviews as an asphalt additive for roads and other hard surfaces. Read more
June 12, 2023SPE Joins “Molding Workforce Inclusion” Program as PartnerSPE recently announced its partnership with the groundbreaking initiative, “Molding Workforce Inclusion,” funded by the Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation (MEAF). This strategic collaboration aims to revolutionize the plastics industry and foster disability inclusivity across the United States. Read more
June 7, 2023Recycled Plastic Pavers Deflect Rainwater From Urban SurfacesAn innovative paving system from recycled plastic solves flooding problems in urban areas Read more