Industry PLAST 2012: Macro Engineering shows off low-shrink extrusion technology May 12, 2012 / March 8, 2017 by plasticsinfomart While the focus of Canadian film and sheet extrusion systems supplier Macro’s PLAST 2012 presentation was on the food packaging market and the various models of biaxially oriented film lines which it supplies, the company had an extra trick up its sleeve this time, as well: it chose to launch its newest extrusion line for […] Read more »
Material News European consortium to develop sustainable packaging that reduces food waste May 12, 2012 by plasticsinfomart A group of European companies and researchers from five different countries have joined together to develop a new material to tackle food waste. Called ISA-Pack, the €3.9 million ($5 million) project is funded by the European Commission (EC) Seventh Framework Program (FP7). European companies and research organizations will collaborate during a three-year period to develop […] Read more »
Breaking News Product News Instead of fresh-cut, try plastic flowers? May 12, 2012 by plasticsinfomart With Mother’s Day taking place Sunday, May 13, I’m going to safely assume you already have your mother taken care of – whether it’s taking her out for brunch, buying candy, or perhaps sending her flowers. After all, Mother’s Day is big business for the cut-flower industry. About two-thirds of consumers purchase them for Mother’s […] Read more »
Market News Specialty bio-based nylon makes mark in China May 12, 2012 by plasticsinfomart Chinese compounder Kingfa Sci. & Tech. Co. (Guangzhou) has been supplying polyamide 10T for several years now. Its Vicnyl semi-aromatic resin features better resistance to hydrolysis compared with PA 9T and PA 46 and employs a naturally-derived monomer. PA 10T is based on decanediamine, a renewable raw material derived from castor beans, and terephthalic acid. […] Read more »
Breaking News Industry Supreme Court to consider total plastics ban / Anti-littering effort supported by TV station May 12, 2012 by plasticsinfomart In response to action brought by the animal rights organisation Karuna Society for Animals and Nature, India’s Supreme Court has agreed to consider a total ban on plastics consumption in the country of more than 1.2 bn people. The court has called on Indian states to express their views on a possible ban. To avoid […] Read more »
Breaking News Material News Chinese PVC finds its way to Southeast Asia May 12, 2012 by plasticsinfomart As PVC demand has not been so encouraging in China’s domestic market, sellers have been looking for alternative markets, as per the pricing service of ChemOrbis. Accordingly, Chinese PVC offers have started to be seen more often recently in the Southeast Asian market, where demand is still considered relatively better with respect to China although […] Read more »
Breaking News Industry In-Mold Polyurethane Gelcoats from Bayer Stand Up to Mother Nature May 11, 2012 by plasticsinfomart Styrene and unsaturated polyester gelcoats have traditionally been used for such demanding outdoor applications as transportation, marine and wind energy, among others. However, composite parts fabricators have been seeking a gelcoat that not only stands up to Mother Nature but is also more environmentally friendly. Polyurethane gelcoats are a viable solution. Polyurethane gelcoats built on […] Read more »
Breaking News Processes Starbucks, ConAgra Foods talk packaging sustainability initiatives, challenges at TAPPI 2012 May 11, 2012 by plasticsinfomart Seattle, WA – As TAPPI attendees sipped on white coffee cups with a green siren logo, Brent Denniston, Starbucks VP of global procurement, said the company is fully aware of the profound effect of its packaging. “Our packaging is an asset, but it’s also a liability,” Denniston told TAPPI members and attendees. “What is iconic […] Read more »
