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PLA does not create persistent microplastics: study
The study's authors found that the occurrence of PLA microplastics in nature has been reported "only a few times" from...
PVC pipe makers sued for price fixing in US
A Minnesota electrical contractor has sued U.S. PVC pipe manufacturers for what it claims is “price fixing” and is...
6 tips for creating thermoformed molds with 3D printing
Filament 3D printing is an additive manufacturing technology that uses a continuous filament of thermoplastic material...
LDPE prices rise slightly in the US, while in Asia they decline
The price of FOB Texas grade LDPE film in the United States increased by 0.8%, while the price of CFR Shanghai grade...
Fluorine helps make PET waste easier to recycle
Fluorine atoms interact strongly with polyester chains, reducing the energy needed to break the plastic down into its...
Can AI mold monitoring improve the quality of parts with recycled plastics?
Avidens leverages sensor technology and artificial intelligence for assisted processing of recycled polymers...
Recycled Plastics Market Will Reach $63.69 billion by 2030
The global recycled plastics market will reach a value of $63.69 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.41%,...
Can AI mold monitoring improve the quality of parts with recycled plastics?
Avidens leverages sensor technology and artificial intelligence for assisted processing of recycled polymers....
How to optimize energy savings with extrusion gear pumps
These devices make it possible to reduce the overall energy load for the extrusion line and minimize the amount of...
Complete guide to Polystyrene (PS): what it is, types, uses and applications
PS is often combined or copolymerized with other compounds to form plastics with improved properties. Learn everything...
New grade of plateable PPS can replace metal with plastic in automotive applications
DIC's new DIC.PPS MP-6060 Black can be chemically etched with a general purpose solution such as chromic acid,...
5 trends that will shape the retail industry in 2024
The unexpected emergence of Covid-19 completely transformed the retail ecosystem around the world. With prospects for...