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Flip flops made of seaweed
Researchers from the University of California invented biodegradable flip flops created from algae According to experts, the biodegradable flip flops created from algae are to mitigate the problem of the accumulation of plastics in the oceans. The creation of this...
Swiss startup develops transparent and breathable mask
The transparent mask protects from possible COVID-19 infections, while revealing the face and facial expressions Recently, HMCARE, a Swiss startup, born from the Federal Polytechnic School of Lausanne, announced the collection of one million Swiss francs (€ 920...
Mouth Covers: An Emotionally Masked World
Models like Naomi Campbell and Kendal Jenner are seen "covered." In addition, you can eat in some places with remote control masks With masks, our personality and that of those around us, will experience profound changes in behavior. Not only will we become more...
Certification that guarantees the traceability of recycled content
Recyclass launched a new certification scheme that guarantees the traceability of recycled plastic from its origin to the final product, in addition to indicating the recycled content Recyclass launched the Recycled Plastics Traceability Certification, a new...
ABS against COVID-19
COVID-19 Faces a Relentless Enemy: Biocompatible ABS for Medical Devices When it was believed that plastic and its various applications were the enemy to defeat, this material comes to the defense, even of the most stoic detractors, since ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene...
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Evonik seeks to ditch the methacrylate business
Evonik Industries AG has announced that it is seeking the "best owner" for its methacrylate business, which is being established as an independent entity. The Essen, Germany-based chemical specialties made the announcement by revealing plans to further expand their...
Unilever innovates in technology with Ioniqa & Indorama Ventures
Unilever partnered with Indorama Ventures and Ioniqa, a spin-off of the Eindhoven University of Technology, the Netherlands, to pioneer a new technology that converts Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) waste into virgin material for use in the food packaging. Ioniqa...
PET frames: innovative idea from a Mexican
The company founded by Roberto Alvarado Yáñez, derived from a university project, emphasizes the potential of plastic as a successful business. This new company manufactures eyeglass frames from recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) bottles and has already gained...
Amut launches a new cast line for the production of CPP film
The Amut Group, represented in Spain by Protecnic 1967, has started the year with the presentation of the first line of the ACP series dedicated to the production of CPP film. This line with a net width of 2,100 mm is expressly designed for the production of both film...
UK to Unveil Deposit Return Scheme to Fight Plastic Pollution
The UK government has announced plans for a tank take-back scheme for plastic and glass bottles as part of a campaign to end plastic pollution. In a March 28 statement, the department of environment, food and rural affairs (DEFRA) said the plan would be...
Excellent performance of Lanxess and its plastic metal
Hybrid metal-plastic technology is a Lanxess developed method for manufacturing lightweight structural components. It has been used for many years to make auto parts like front ends, pedal boxes, and brake pedals. This hybrid technology includes polyamide 6 reinforced...
Vital, quality in plastic recycling: EREMA
Erema will prioritize the quality of recycling in all aspects, at its stand at this year's NPE fair. “Plastic recycling is more of an opportunity than an alternative with respect to sustainability and the context of the price increase. It is precisely for this reason...
Ethiopia has energy thanks to waste
Commissioned by the Ethiopian government, Addis Ababa's Reppie Waste-to-Energy plant is the first facility in Africa to convert garbage into electricity. The $ 100 million facility incinerates more than 1,400 tons of waste each day, turning it into enough electricity...