Plastic Recycling New European project to demonstrate bioplastics recycling technologies October 9, 2024 by plasticsinfomart A new EU-funded project is aiming to scale mechanical, chemical, and biorecycling technologies for biodegradable plastics. The ReBioCycle consortium is a European Bioplastics project led by the University of Dublin, Ireland. It includes three hubs focusing on waste processing in Italy, Spain, and the Netherlands. The Dutch hub includes TotalEnergies Corbion, Torwash, Paques biomaterials, Kaneka, […] Read more »
Plastic Recycling Berry upgrades soft plastics recycling plant as collection scheme scrutiny increases October 5, 2024 by plasticsinfomart Berry Global announced it has upgraded its plastic packaging recycling complex in Heanor, Derbyshire, United Kingdom. The facility can recycle a wide variety of flexible, or so-called soft, plastic waste, including retail packaging such as carrier bags, bread bags, film wrapping, and plastic pouches. The US-based packaging company has upgraded the Heanor wash plant to handle and […] Read more »
Industry Manufacturer appoints new MD to support growth plans September 30, 2024 by plasticsinfomart Plastic Mouldings Northern Ltd, has announced the appointment of Geoff Hodgson at its Bishop Auckland site. The appointment follows a period of expansion for the management team, with Grace Collingwood (internal sales coordinator) Lewis Rigg (CAD/CAM engineer) and Matthew Whittle (sales manager) joining business partners Freddy Bourdais and Mark Rigg who founded the business in […] Read more »
Plastic Packaging New oxo-biodegradable plastic packaging report faces criticism September 28, 2024 / September 28, 2024 by plasticsinfomart The global market for oxo-biodegradable plastics is experiencing significant growth, driven by heightened environmental awareness and regulatory pressures. However, a recent report by Data Bridge Market Research has drawn criticism for its analysis of the European market, according to Symphony Environmental, a leading innovator in sustainable packaging solutions. While the report accurately identifies the key drivers behind the […] Read more »
Uncategorized APR launches new design for recyclability digital tool September 28, 2024 by plasticsinfomart US-based Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) has launched a new digital tool for its Design Guide for Plastics Recyclability on the occasion of its 30th anniversary. The guide provides recyclability criteria to check whether the design of packaging or packaging component is compatible with the North American recycling system. The new tool improves user experience and features new […] Read more »
injection moulding machine Pureloop spotlights composites recycling at Fakuma September 26, 2024 by plasticsinfomart At Fakuma 2024, Pureloop will showcase its integrated shredder-extruder ISEC evo for injection moulders, first launched almost 10 years ago. What’s new is the focus on the machine’s ability to keep composite materials in the loop. The system, which is equipped with a melt filter, can also cope with challenging materials of different sizes and […] Read more »
Machinery News CMG Granulators launches new cutting chamber design at PRS ME&A September 26, 2024 by plasticsinfomart Machinery manufacturer CMG Granulators has unveiled a new cutting chamber design at the Plastics Recycling Show Middle East and Africa (PRS ME&A), taking place in Dubai between Sept. 10-12. The Italy-based manufacturer introduced the new design for its Evoluzione series granulators. The new rotor configuration allows the rotor blades to cut the plastic feedstock perpendicularly against the […] Read more »
Plastics News California sues ExxonMobil over misleading plastic recycling claims September 26, 2024 / September 26, 2024 by plasticsinfomart California’s attorney general is suing oil and gas giant ExxonMobil, accusing the company of causing widespread harm to public health and the environment by generating a tremendous amount of plastic waste while also misleading the public for decades about the ability of plastic recycling to manage this pollution problem. ExxonMobil is the biggest global producer of […] Read more »
