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Sharing data will allow companies to trace recycled materials, increase sustainability and promote a circular economy | Story by Jennifer Markarian.
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Weekly resin report: Spot resin demand sets feverish pace, despite high prices
Plastics Today
Last week was, perhaps, the busiest in the spot resin market that the PlasticsExchange has ever experienced, reports the resin clearinghouse in its Market Update. High volumes of both polyethylene and polypropylene changed hands for prompt shipment as well as forward sales for delivery through April and May.
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Method transforms plastic bags into useful adhesive
The Good Men Project
While many cities and eight states have banned single-use plastics, bags and other polyethylene packaging still clog landfills and pollute rivers and oceans.
One major problem with recycling polyethylene, which makes up one-third of all plastic production worldwide, is economic: Recycled bags end up in low-value products, such as decks and construction material, providing little incentive to reuse the waste.
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The application of robotics in the plastic injection molding industry
CIO Applications
Machine tending is one of the most popular applications of robotics in injection molding. Due to the labor-intensive nature of this activity and the high consistency needed in handling due to the heat-sensitive material being molded, a robot can relieve operators of repetitive work and the risk of injury.
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Bergen International Chemical Foaming Agents for Foamed Film and Sheet Extrusion
- Increases Throughput for Faster Line Speeds
- Reduce Polymer Use
- Reduce Gas Use
- Better Control of Cell Size
- Applications in Co-extrusion & Monolayer Sheet, Thermoforming & Printing
- Suitable for Food Contact
- HDPE, LDPE, PS, PP, PET, PVC
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Novel metal 3D-printing technology optimized for plastic tooling
Plastics Technology
What if all the current limitations of metal 3D-printing technologies for making plastics mold tooling were overcome with a new approach that offers improved precision and surface finish, as well as shorter lead times and reduced cost?
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How medical-grade silicone is advancing reliable patient care
Plastics Today
Medical implants and prosthetics are foundational to modern healthcare, making a positive impact in patients' lives across the globe. Medical-grade implant production is a highly regulated process to ensure device efficacy and longevity in the human body. The long shelf life and biocompatibility, among other characteristics, make silicone elastomer a preferred material for implantable devices by providers worldwide.
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Chemical recycling now at the center of national plastics debate
Plastics Recycling Update
Legislation that makes sweeping changes to the U.S. plastics recycling system generated quick opposition from industry groups, with plastics industry representatives focused on the bill’s treatment of certain materials recovery processes.
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New method to develop fibre reinforced plastic composites from wastepaper
Canadian Plastics
A new mash-up of additive manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and waste paper might just result in a bigger supply of high-value fibre reinforced plastic composites.
Behind the project is a simple economic truth: Recycling wastepaper for reuse as new paper requires extensive cleaning and refinement of the fibres so the new product is free of inks, adhesives and dyes.
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With Kautex packaging die heads 100% color change can be
achieved while saving up to 75% in time and materials.
RapidXchange technology allows to reduce the purging process by up to 75% through rheologically optimized flow channels.
The groundbreaking results were achieved in comparison with uncoated heads in mono-layer applications.
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Imerys proudly presents an eleven part webinar series with varying subjects focusing on our advancements in the plastics industry and the benefits Imerys minerals can bring.
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Talent talk: Manufacturing and the new roaring twenties
Plastics Today
The manufacturing sector is poised to experience a tremendous post-pandemic rebound, but a shortage of skilled labor could throw a spanner in the works.
There is seemingly great news everywhere you look in the manufacturing sector, but it is also exposing a serious, looming problem — there is not enough skilled labor to support rising demand.
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Additive manufacturing and 3D printing safety
TCT Magazine
This time last year additive manufacturing (AM) entered the consciousness of the wider public at the onset of the pandemic, when advanced manufacturers, along with 3D printing hobbyists, answered the call to create protective equipment for frontline health and care workers.
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From surgical caps to N95 masks, demand for personal protective equipment (PPE) remains high. Our Branson™ ultrasonic welders cut, seam and bond non-woven synthetic materials with precision and repeatability—increasing PPE production and providing the necessary levels of hygiene. Tell us more about your application: go.emersonautomation.com/branson-consult-an-expert [go.emersonautomation.com].
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PCR mandates gain traction but come with complexity
Plastics Recycling Update
Policymakers and brand owners have recently emphasized boosting recycled content in plastic packaging to try to enhance recycling. At a conference this week, speakers outlined some of the challenges in this realm.
The Northeast Recycling Coalition’s virtual fall conference included a session March 30 called “Setting Post-Consumer Recycled Content Requirements: Resources for Policymakers.”
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