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Amcor’s 2024 Sustainability Report Highlights Recycling and PCR Material Use
November 04, 2024 – Global packaging giant Amcor has recently released its fiscal year 2024 sustainability report, showcasing the company’s latest achievements and unwavering commitment to driving the green transformation of the packaging industry. Dedicated to designing more environmentally friendly packaging solutions, Amcor aims to meet the high standards of its customers while minimizing its…
Asia’s Automotive Industry Embraces Avient’s PCR-Based TPE Innovation
November 04, 2024 – Avient, a leading global supplier of specialized engineering materials, has recently announced the official launch of its reSound™ REC recycled thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) AF 7210 grade in the Asian market. This innovative product, which has already been successfully introduced in Europe, brings a new eco-friendly solution to automotive interior applications with…
Elastomers: Enhancing Polymer Toughness through Unique Mechanisms
October 31, 2024 – In the realm of the chemical industry, elastomers have garnered significant attention as a vital category of polymer materials, owing to their unique properties. Among them, thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) stand out as the preferred choice across various sectors, thanks to their impeccable blend of plasticity and rubber-like characteristics. TPEs, as the…
Innovations in Plastic Coloration: The Power of Polymer Additives
October 31, 2024 – Unveiling the Magic of Polymer Additives in Plastic Coloration In the realm of plastic coloration, polymer additives play a pivotal role, transforming plastics into vibrant, durable, and visually appealing products. Today, let’s delve into the fascinating world of these additives and understand how they work their magic. Dispersants are a crucial…
Unveiling the Science Behind Anti-Fog Technology and Its Additives
October 30, 2024 – revolutionizing Industries with Anti-Fog Technology: An In-Depth Look into Anti-Fog Additives and Their Mechanisms The seemingly innocuous issue of fogging on plastic lids of food or car windshields during humid weather can actually pose significant troubles for various industries. This is where anti-fog technology comes into play, playing a crucial role…
Polyplastics’ New DURACON® POM: Balancing Lightweight, Stiffness, and Sustainability
October 30, 2024 – Polyplastics Unveils Revolutionary DURACON® POM Reinforced with Short Cellulose Fibers Polyplastics has recently announced the successful development of a novel DURACON® POM (polyoxymethylene) grade reinforced with short cellulose fibers. This innovative product not only achieves environmental goals but also meets high-performance requirements, marking an important milestone in Polyplastics’ DURACIRCLE® initiative to…
Sichuan University Unveils Revolutionary Solvent-Free Anti-Fouling Coating
October 30, 2024 – Revolutionary Solvent-Free Anti-Fouling Coating Developed by Sichuan University Team Anti-fouling coatings are emerging as “star products” in the market due to their exceptional hydrophobic, self-cleaning, and anti-graffiti properties. However, traditional solvent-based anti-fouling coatings have limited large-scale applications due to their cumbersome curing process and environmental pollution. A recent study by Professor…
Suntory Unveils World’s First Bio-P-Xylene PET Bottle in Japan
October 30, 2024 – In a groundbreaking move, Japan’s Suntory Group has announced the launch of an innovative PET bottle made from bio-p-xylene derived from waste cooking oil, starting November this year. This marks the debut of the world’s first commercially available PET bottle utilizing bio-p-xylene, a material that significantly reduces carbon dioxide emissions compared…
The Transformative Power of AI in Shaping Modern Education
October 29, 2024 – Vibration Screens: The Unsung Heroes of Modified Plastics Production In the production process of modified plastics, vibration screens stand as pivotal sorting and classifying equipment, playing a crucial role thanks to their unique vibration principle. This principle effectively promotes material layering and screening, achieving precise sorting and classification. However, maintaining stable…
The Evolving Role of Additives in Enhancing Photovoltaic Film Performance
October 29, 2024 – Photovoltaic encapsulant films, serving as the crucial packaging material for solar cell modules, offer effective protection to solar cells and significantly enhance photoelectric conversion efficiency, thanks to their exceptional light transmittance and insulating properties. Currently, the mainstream photovoltaic encapsulant films on the market are primarily categorized into EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate)…