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A new process turns plastic into jet fuel in an hour
The study, published in the scientific journal 'Chem Catalysis', highlights that the conversion process only lasts one hour and the heat required is only 220 degrees Celsius Is it possible to turn plastic into jet fuel? Scientists at Washington State University...
Insecticidal nets in the fight to eradicate malaria
A project by Avient and IVCC for the formulation of long-lasting insecticidal nets for malaria control worldwide According to the World Health Organization, more than 200 million new cases of malaria appear each year, with children under 5 years of age being the most...
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®...
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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,...
First high quality polyethylene resin with post-consumer content in Mexico
Braskem Idesa continuously generates innovation in its processes to co-create chemical and plastic solutions that build a circular future Braskem Idesa launches a new resin with post-consumer HDPE content on the Mexican market, incorporating a mechanical recycling...
Demystifying Plastic, by Tony Radoszewski of Plastics
The urgency of the situation cries out for a more thoughtful solution than simply saying 'No' to a material that has brought numerous benefits to society at large. Plastics Industry Association President and CEO Tony Radoszewski testified before the United States...
New polycarbonate based on renewable raw material
SABIC's solution is the first in the industry to be certified The new polycarbonate (PC) of the Saudi company SABIC, provides its customers with a solution with the potential to reduce both CO2 emissions and the use of fossil raw material during production, in...
K 2019: Evonik presents an efficient additive for the recycling of rubber waste
Each year, about 19.3 million metric tons of waste tires are generated worldwide 20 years ago, in Germany alone, more than half of all scrap tires were incinerated to generate power, while every tenth scrap tire was processed into granules. Currently, the volume of...