Lilli Manolis Sherman

Lilli Manolis Sherman Contributing Editor

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Molder Gets Hermetic Seal, High Yield with Servo Welder

Supplier of power protection systems avoids redesign of molds by replacing pneumatic ultrasonic welder.

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PVC

PE Flat, PP Moving Up; PS, PVC, PET Flat-to-Down

Resin and monomer production disruptions halted further price decreases, but there’s still downward potential.

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polyolefins

Study Examines On-Purpose Propylene Technologies

IHS Markit sees on-purpose production of propylene as critical in meeting future demand for plastics.

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NAFTA Modernization Supported by North American Plastics Industry

Three major trade groups announce list of priorities for plastics in upcoming negotiations.

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Construction

Life Cycle Assessment of PVC Water and Sewer Pipe

Comprehensive study compares health, safety, performance and sustainability attributes of different pipe materials.

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Packaging

Thin-Walled Biobased Packaging That’s Injection-Moldable and Commercially Viable

A consortium in The Netherlands has come up with an innovative three-pronged approach.

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Film Extrusion

New Shelf-life Extending Packaging Technologies

Both Nova Chemicals and Mitsubishi Gas Chemical America have launched novel packaging technologies.

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Packaging

Female Founded and Led Bioplastics Products Company On the Move

Repurpose is aiming to expand line of PLA-based disposable and certified compostable picnic and party wear.

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Most Resin Prices Down or Flat; PC and Nylon 66 Up for Now

Falling feedstock prices are a key driver as we enter the third quarter.

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color

Specialized Color and Additive Masterbatches Thwart Counterfeiters

Polyone’s collaboration with potable water equipment maker fends off pirates.

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Automotive

The “Holy Grail” of PC Glazing Appears on the Sporty Electric Tommykaira ZZ

Teijin has developed the world’s first “pillar-less” PC windshield for a commercial car.

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Single-Wall Carbon Nanotubes Stay Put

OCSiAI’s test results with HDPE, epoxy, and elastomers show no release of particles when materials are mechanically stressed.

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