CJ Biomaterials has recently completed trials producing straws from the new PHACT PHA compound: CB0400A. This materials helps prevent straws' brittleness and increase their durability while being environmentally friendly.
This expansion means Syensqo can now meet the growing demand for innovative materials in critical life science markets. The company's advanced polymers can withstand high temperatures and help with water purification and energy efficiency.
The BIO4EEB Project aims to increase the use of bio-based insulating materials to improve sustainability within the construction industry. They will improve insulation while reducing the carbon footprint.
Macpac appointed Andy Cutler as the new Sales Engineer. He boasts over 20 years in thermoformed packaging, aligning with the company's growth strategy.
The ECOFAP research project will help solve the problem of recycling leather scraps from footwear manufacturing, which would otherwise be sent to landfill. The aim is to reduce waste and lower the environmental impact.
The British Plastics Federation (BPF) has released an Equipment Effectiveness guide, which aims to help the UK plastics industry compete within the global market.
The DuoOptipac mailing bag now accounts for around 25% of Duo’s annual sales value, used by retailers and consumer brands across the UK and overseas. The company prepares for a spike during Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Europlaz announced completion of a £3.5m investment drive in new machinery and technology, and has appointed Alastair Fry as the to new Regulatory Affairs Manager to head up the expanding team.
The UHMW-PE fine powder Mipelon from Mitsui Chemicals Europe is a high-performance alternative to PTFE. It can be used in many applications, from electrostatic powder coatings and water- or solvent-based spray to thermoplastics.
The Wittmann-Polymermedics partnership has allowed Polymermedics to convert a wing of its legacy St Austell site into a Class 7 Cleanroom for demanding medical applications. This project is shortlisted for the 2024 PIA Awards.
The new EU-funded ReBioCycle Project provides a portfolio of bioplastic sorting and recycling technologies within three complementary waste-processor-centric hubs. They will focus on mechanical recycling, chemical recycling and enzymatic recycling.
STADLER is helping recycling and sorting plants improve their operations through its cloud-based platform, STADLERconnect. This alerts operators of instant alerts, reducing breakdowns and minimising production delays.
