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Transmutation of materials
The future that came 40 years ago Problem solving is the greatest purpose of technology. It is not only necessary to transform the current environment, but the foundations of the future; that makes science an essential tool for human beings. The industrial process...
‘Recyclable’ Trump straws? Not according to the FTC Green Guidelines
A packaging consultant challenges claims by President Donald Trump's re-election campaign that his branded plastic straws are recyclable. The president made headlines earlier this month when his campaign revealed the opportunity for consumers to purchase a 10-pack of...
Repsol launches recycled plastic material on the market
This initiative is part of the company's actions to promote the circular economy As a result of the Reciclex project, Repsol launches its first industrial manufacturing product on the market: the new Repsol 50RX2805 grade, for group shrink film. The material was...
The future of smart packaging
By Dr. Paul Smith, Vice President, Xerox Research Center Canada What if product labels, packaging, and displays could tell us what we need to know? Xerox scientists and engineers conduct groundbreaking studies that promise to incorporate smart elements, such as smart...
More sustainable plastic packaging
Clariant offers a complete portfolio of additive masterbatches in four important areas As part of the program that Clariant offers to achieve a more sustainable plastics industry, the Group's Masterbatches Business Unit works hand in hand with brand owners and...
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Toyoda Gosei to establish new airbag parts plant in Vietnam
Toyoda Gosei Co. Ltd will establish a new plant in Vietnam to meet the growing demand for airbags as safety regulations become stricter in regions around the world. Construction of the new $ 24.6 million (€ 20.6 million) plant will begin in March 2018 with production...
Sri Lanka Plast Colombo
03. - 05. August International fair for plastics Sri Lanka Plast is an international plastic fair and will be held in Colombo. This exhibition is the communication and information platform in the industry and offers exhibiting companies the opportunity to present to...
Plasti & Pack Karachi
01. - 03. August International trade fair for the plastic and packaging industry At Plasti & Pack Pakistan are numerous exhibitors presenting the plastic and packaging industries. This exhibition is the communication and information platform in the industry and...
Reactions to China’s plastic waste ban range from ‘devastating’ to opportunity
China's announcement on July 18 that it will ban imports of plastic scrap from and other recyclable materials from foreign garbage by the end of the year was met with swift criticism from global recycling groups, who described the move as "devastating." and...
COMPLAST Kenya Nairobi
26. - 28. July Trade fair for plastic products Complast Kenya is a fair for plastic products and takes place in Nairobi. This exhibition is the communication and information platform in the industry and offers exhibiting companies the opportunity to present to an...
PlasticsEurope launches initiative to develop innovative polystyrene recycling
PlasticsEurope has launched an initiative to promote innovative recycling solutions for polystyrene, in an effort to support the European Union's circular economy plan. In a June 29 statement, the Brussels-based trade group said it had created a Working Group on...
Plastasia New Delhi
08. - 11. July International Plastic Fair Plastasia is a fair for plastics transformation in Asia. Leading companies show their products and services in areas of machinery plastics processing, raw materials, plastic components, automation and assembly systems,...