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First technology for PE Film "EcoLam High Plus" tested by RecyClass

The findings of an independent laboratory testing of "EcoLam High Plus" technology show it is consistent with recycling. It improves the recyclability of the current, widely available technologies for functional barriers used in PE films.

2019-10-16 polyethylene (PE)

PCR-HDPE with Erema technology for 100% PCR food packaging

FDA confirmed: PCR-HDPE produced with Erema technology is suitable for food packaging made with up to 100 percent post consumer recyclate

2019-09-20 polyethylene (PE)

New EN standard for stormwater boxes

CEN has published a new set of standards for stormwater boxes. The new standards simplify the existing complicated market situation in Europe with a myriad of local standards, quality marks and approvals and make it easier for designers and purchasers to compare.

2019-09-16 building industry

Ettlinger at K 2019

Largest ERF continuous melt filter for ultra-high throughputs and removing difficult contaminants.

2019-09-02 filter

Tests confirm 100-Year+ lifetime for PVC and PE pipes

Practical experiences gathered and technical assessments carried out support that unplasticised (PVC-U), high impact polyvinyl chloride (PVC-Hi) and polyethylene (PE) buried pipes have an expected service lifetime of over 100 years.

2019-08-06 polyethylene (PE)

K-2019: Braskem, Kautex Maschinenbau and Erema will demonstrate a closed plastic loop

At K-2019, Braskem will provide Kautex Maschinenbau with its innovative bioplastic I’m green Polyethylene and PCR for the production of three layer HDPE bottles with foamed middle layer.

2019-07-23 polyethylene (PE)

K 2019 - New products from plastic waste

BASF customers showcase prototypes made from chemically recycled material.

2019-07-15 recycling

Borealis’ EverMinds ambition moves industry one step closer to plastics circularity

Borealis, a leading provider of innovative solutions in the fields of polyolefins, base chemicals and fertilizers, announces the introduction of a new plastics recycling technology, Borcycle.

2019-06-25 chemical industry

BASF and SIBUR collaborate to develop innovative polymer solutions

Signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to seal the commitment from both companies to develop innovative solutions.

2019-06-18 agreements

Commercial-scale production of bio-based plastic from renewable materials

This collaboration marks the first time bio-based polypropylene and bio-based low-density polyethylene were produced simultaneously at commercial scale.

2019-06-18 polyethylene (PE)