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RecyClass updates recyclability evaluation protocols and design
Following 18 testing campaigns commissioned in 2024, RecyClass strengthened its Recyclability Evaluation Protocols and Design for Recycling Guidelines to address the impact of various packaging features on plastic recycling streams.
The sustainable future of plastics takes shape in Milan
GreenPlast 2025 is set to be the key event of the year for those focused on the sustainable future of plastics
PP market stabilised in end-January with limited demand and anticipation of seasonal growth
After increased activity in mid-January, the PP market calmed down and by the end of the month prices remained stable. In H2 January, converters started to inquire materials for February delivery.
Arburg at the Plástico Brasil 2025
At Plástico Brasil Arburg will be presenting a high-speed application for the packaging industry: a hybrid Allrounder 720 H in packaging design will produce four IML margarine containers in less than five seconds.
Polyamide 6 copolymers from Envalior earn certification for recyclability
Polyethylene multilayer packaging containing polyamide 6 copolymers from Envalior can be recycled along with the waste from flexible polyethylene packaging.
Eight copolyester resins from Eastman receive RecyClass Approval
Eastman received RecyClass Recyclability Approvals for eight copolyester resins and their equivalent Renew grades, containing recycled content.
Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik - strategic partnership for chemically recycled PET
Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik have announced their cooperation to promote chemical recycling of Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) waste. Both companies are committed to develop technologies for robust and efficient depolymerisation and purification processes.
The World's largest Technical Center injection moulding machine in action
Battery Innovation Day dazzles with the ENGEL duo 5500 combi M
Advances thermal management and high quality electrical components
Electrical and electronic applications take on a very important role in our technological and digital everyday life. The demands on electrical performance and mechanical strengths are becoming ever greater.
Circular Valley Convention 2025
The Circular Valley Convention 2025 will bring together leading players and thought leaders from business, science, politics and society to jointly develop pioneering solutions for the future of the circular economy.
Bioplastics - prepare for the long road ahead
The number of new bioplastic firms that have appeared on the market in recent years is significant. They are promising to revolutionise the industry with their bio-developed polymer platforms, claiming sustainable, renewable resources - the answer to the World’s plastic problem.
