Exploring the Dynamic Differences between PP and PE Plastics
November 20, 2024 – Polypropylene (PP) and Polyethylene (PE): The Dynamic Duo of Plastics Unveiled Plastics, an omnipresent material in our daily lives, grace everything from kitchen utensils to medical equipment. Among the plastic elite, Polypropylene (PP) and Polyethylene (PE) stand out as the stars. But what are the differences and similarities between these two…
Dongming Petrochemical Achieves Breakthrough with World’s First E-POE Project
November 20, 2024 – Dongming Petrochemical Group (hereinafter referred to as “Dongming Petrochemical”) has announced exciting news: the world’s first 5,000-ton/year Ethylene-based Polyolefin Elastomer (E-POE) project has been successfully established, with the plant now ready for trial production. This landmark achievement signifies a solid step forward in breaking the foreign monopoly on POE technology and…
Bioplastics: A Rising Star in the Plastic Industry
The bioplastics industry, though long-established, experienced a downturn in the 2010s. Companies in this sector faced bankruptcy or abandonment, and the industry’s development stagnated. This predicament was attributed to over-optimistic initial investments that backfired, coupled with severe bottlenecks in the expansion of commercial production. Moreover, the relatively high prices of bioplastics, compared to the then-cheap…
Green Innovation: Sinopec Launches Pioneering Bio-Based Polyolefin Product
November 19, 2024 – Sinopec has reached a landmark achievement in the field of bio-based materials with the official launch of China’s first domestically produced bio-based polyolefin. This not only signifies a significant breakthrough in China’s research and development of bio-based materials but also lays a solid foundation for promoting green and low-carbon development. Sinopec…
From Crayfish to Cosmetics: Shellworks’ Journey to Sustainable Packaging
November 19, 2024 – A groundbreaking advancement in the realm of eco-friendly materials has been achieved by Shellworks, an innovative company born from a collaborative project between the Royal College of Art and Imperial College London. Initially focused on developing biodegradable plastic bags to mitigate the environmental impact of single-use plastics, Shellworks has astutely pivoted…
Debunking Myths About PET Bottles: An In-Depth Analysis
November 19, 2024 – Unveiling the Truth: Debunking Common Misconceptions About PET Bottles In today’s environmentally conscious world, PET bottles have often been the subject of misunderstandings regarding their eco-friendliness and safety. It’s time to set the record straight and provide a comprehensive, accurate understanding of PET bottles. Firstly, the misconception that glass bottles are…
Revolutionizing PET Bottle Recycling: Coca-Cola and Amut’s Collaborative Effort
November 19, 2024 – Coca-Cola Takes Bold Steps Towards 2025 Sustainability Goals with Reduced PET Usage Coca-Cola is making significant strides towards its 2025 sustainability targets, aiming to drastically cut down on PET usage. In a move that underscores both environmental commitment and packaging resilience, the company plans to eliminate the equivalent of nearly 800…
Advancing Plastic Recycling: AaCut10 Enzyme Shows High Potential for Industrial PBAT Degradation
November 19, 2024 – A groundbreaking study published in the international academic journal, Journal of Hazardous Materials, reveals a significant advancement in the field of biodegradable plastic degradation. A team led by Sun Chaomin from the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ Institute of Oceanology has successfully isolated two highly efficient enzymes from the marine fungus Alternaria…
Intco Recycling Updates on Malaysian rPET Project Progress and PET Performance
November 18, 2024 – Intco Recycling Provides Insights into Malaysian rPET Project and PET Performance Intco Recycling (688087.SH) has recently addressed investor inquiries regarding its 100,000-ton rPET capacity project in Malaysia and the performance of its already established 50,000-ton PET project. The company provided a detailed response on November 15th via an investor interaction platform….
Polyester Materials: A Closer Look at Their Distinct Features
November 18, 2024 – Exploring the Diverse World of Polyester Materials with AsiaMB In the realm of materials science, polyester stands as a prominent family with a multitude of members, each possessing unique attributes that make them indispensable in various aspects of our daily lives. Today, AsiaMB takes you on a journey to discover the…