Environment Medical Musings: A White House discussion on PVC in hospitals August 19, 2012 by plasticsinfomart The drive to improve environmental sustainability in American hospitals went prime time last month in a program at the White House that was streamed at WhiteHouse.gov. The White House Council on Environmental Quality invited the Healthier Hospitals Initiative (HHI) and senior Administration officials to participate in panel discussions about efforts to reduce costs and hospitals’ […] Read more »
Recycling News New recycling test focuses on Stanford Medical Center August 19, 2012 by plasticsinfomart A new major project will explore the potential for more plastics recycling in American hospitals. The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council (HPRC) will work with the Stanford University Medical Center to establish a six-month pilot study to develop a better understanding of plastic waste characterization within healthcare facilities. The goal is to collect and analyze data […] Read more »
Industry Carbon fiber focus in DOE-sponsored research August 19, 2012 by plasticsinfomart As part of the Obama Administration’s “all-of-the-above” energy strategy to reduce the United States’ reliance on foreign oil and save drivers money at the pump, U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu has announced seven new projects to accelerate the development and deployment of stronger and lighter materials for the next generation of American-made cars and trucks. […] Read more »
Processes Rayon fiber reinforcement further boosts bio-based polyamide's eco credentials August 17, 2012 by plasticsinfomart Evonik Industries (Essen, Germany) has developed and launched a novel combination of bio-based high-performance polyamides reinforced with bio-based high-performance rayon fibers. Reinforcing fibers, particularly chopped glass fibers, are often mixed into engineering plastics to improve flexural strength, among other mechanical properties. But in the case of bio-based polymers this results in a lower bio-content, reducing […] Read more »
Product News Polystyrene bans continues to grow in California August 17, 2012 by plasticsinfomart Another California city has put the lid on expanded polystyrene packaging. The Hermosa Beach City Council has officially approved a ban on polystyrene food packaging, which is expected to impact about 30 businesses in the beach town, including restaurants and grocery stores. PS foam is a lightweight petroleum-based plastic material commonly used for serving or […] Read more »
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