April 26, 2024Polypropylene Recycling from Disposable Face MasksSolvent-targeted recovery and precipitation (STRAP) process stands out as a promising alternative to polypropylene (PP) disposable face mask recycling. Read more
February 27, 2024Electric Outboard Motor Brings Zero-emission Propulsion to Water SportsFrench startup Motion Concept Group has developed a zero-emission electric outboard motor can propel small boats, dinghies, surfboards, standup paddle boards and even underwater snorkelers. Read more
January 23, 2024Honda’s Foldable Electric Scooter Earns CES Innovation AwardHonda has revamped one of its decades-old folding scooter concepts, but completely updated it to be electric, zero-emission, compact, easy to carry, and fun to ride. Introducing the Hondo Motocompacto, which won a “Best of Innovation” honor at CES 2024. Read more
November 27, 2023AI-powered Sorting Project Boosts Polypropylene RecyclingA coalition of European companies has combined artificial intelligence (AI) and computer vision with an efficient decontamination process to boost the recyclability of post-consumer polypropylene food packaging. Read more
November 9, 2023A Closer Look at Plastic 3D Printing MaterialsDelve into the realm of 3D printing plastics where innovation meets engineering. From traditional petroleum-based materials to eco-friendly alternatives like polylactic acid (PLA), discover the versatile and ever-evolving world of plastics. Read more
October 6, 2023Additives to enhance post-consumer recycled (PCR)Manufacturers can find additives in the market that could help them increase the PCR content and improve their final product quality. Read more
September 6, 2023LyondellBasell Will Close Polypropylene Plant in ItalyLyondellBasell announced that it plans to permanently close one of two polypropylene lines that it operates in Brindisi, Italy. The line has nameplate capacity of 235,000 metric tons per year, and is being shuttered because it is “uncompetitive,” says Jim Guilfoyle, senior vice president for olefins and polyolefins. Read more
August 17, 2023New Polyolefin Recycling Technology Has Commercial PromiseVirginia Tech researchers cite benefits of plastics soap process in commercial scale-up. Read more
August 16, 2023New Recycling Technology Creates Plastics SoapVirginia Tech researchers develop process to convert polyolefin waste into soap precursor. Read more
July 17, 2023Intumescent PP Compounds for Electric Vehicles Resist High Heat, Offer Process EconomySABIC grades are for extrusion and thermoforming of battery platforms and components. Read more