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Microcapsules allow self-lubricating plastics
In the case of plastics, less friction can significantly reduce the presence of microplastics in the environment Industry experts estimate that up to 23% of global energy consumption can be attributed to friction losses. That thesis extends to the Plastics Industry,...
Amcor tests first recyclable thermoformed blister
AmSky from Amcor removes PVC in healthcare packaging, which can be problematic to recycle using conventional methods, with thermoformed polyethylene (PE) blister and lidding film Amcor began trials with AmSky customers, calling it the world's first recyclable...
Impact Copolymer Polypropylene Resins for Rigid, Thin-Walled Containers
These ICP grades provide molded parts that feature low shrinkage, improved heat resistance (HDT) SOCAR Polymer introduced two new grades of Impact Copolymer Polypropylene (ICP) resins, the first in its portfolio to incorporate Milliken Chemical's Hyperform® HPN®...
Stratasys Launches J5 DentaJet 3D Printer for Dental Solutions
The new J5 DentaJet printer can produce at least five times more teeth in a single mixed tray than traditional 3D printers Additive manufacturing is completely transforming different industries and more and more large companies are joining this model. For the dental...
Status of Plastics Recycling 2021: Mexico, United States, Spain and United Kingdom
Education about “circular economy” is the great challenge: only 35% of Mexican respondents understand the meaning of the term. Consumers in Mexico indicate that 30% recycle 75% or more of their plastic waste Seven out of ten Mexicans recognize a decisive role of...
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Plastic recycling in the Automotive industry
Due to its flexibility, light weight, and high recycling rate, plastic is widely used in vehicle manufacturing With the continuous improvement of the performance of plastics, according to Aceretech, a company that provides the equipment and solutions for the...
How does the coronavirus affect the world economy?
In recent days, the People's Bank of China injected 242 thousand 740 million dollars into the financial system in order to strengthen confidence in investors In terms of the global economy, the novel coronavirus epidemic could be more catastrophic than the SAR one 17...
The US Senate approves the T-MEC
The agreement is only awaiting ratification by Canada for the month of April With 89 votes in favor and 10 against, the Trade Agreement between Mexico, Canada and the United States (T-MEC) was approved this Thursday by the US Senate; The agreement will now be sent to...
Increases the demand for quality in plastics recycling
To achieve a circular economy in plastics, higher proportions of recycled pellets are required in final products In order to promote sustainable development in the Plastics Industry, implementing recycled pellets in new products is not a sufficient action. The...
Deep Learning: Big Data in Classification Machines
New technologies, among other things, provide complex classification with greater precision and higher yields. TOMRA Sorting Recycling launches its new deep learning-based sorting technology, called GAIN, with which it gains greater throughput capacity in its sorting...
Agreements between Mexico and China on import
Trade between Mexico and China, which regulates the Comprehensive Strategic Association, facilitates the commercial relationship between both nations With the aim of promoting international trade and commercial relations between Mexico and China, in 2013 the...
The market for PET packaging in China grows
With the development of the industry, investments in the Asian country are strengthened The Chinese beverage market grew considerably between 2017 and 2018. In that period, sales experienced an increase of 3% in terms of volume and 5% in value. This positive trend was...
Ten arrested for attempts to defraud California’s deposit program
Nearly a dozen people were recently arrested in California for allegedly trying to defraud California's container storage system. An initial investigation uncovered what was described as "an undocumented Los Angeles-area [facility] suspected of illegally collecting,...