Lilli Manolis Sherman

Lilli Manolis Sherman Contributing Editor

Testing

Redesigned Laser Scanner Boasts Improved Accuracy, Resolution, Versatility, and Efficiency

Nikon Metrology’s new LC15Dx is ideal for efficient measurement and inspection of manufactured components including intricate plastic parts.  

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sustainability

Metaspectral to Advance Vision Technology for Recycling

Company received further funding from British Columbia’s CleanBC Plastics Action Fund

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Testing

Avient Receives PLASTICS’ 2023 Re|Focus Sustainability Innovation in Design Award

Said to be the first digital tool of its kind, the award was for Avient’s post-consumer recycled resin Color Prediction Service.

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NOVA and Pregis Collaborate on Sustainable Flexible Food Packaging

Pregis will use NOVA’s Syndigo recycled PE for stand-up pouches, fitmented pouches, and lay-flat bags.

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Biopolymers

Solvay Launches First ISCC Plus Certified Sulfone Polymers

Solvay accelerates carbon footprint reduction of Udel PSU & Radel PPSU at Marietta, Ohio with certified circular feedstock

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Additives

Patent Filed for Non-Halogen Flame Retardant for PC and Alloys

FRX Innovations’ new patent for Nofia FR additives for consumer electronics, electric cars, home appliances and more.  

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M. Holland Company Obtains ISCC Plus Certification

With this globally recognized certification, M. Holland has demonstrated it can reliably distribute advanced and chemically recycled materials to support customers in meeting sustainability goals.

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Additives

Gelest Expands Organosilane Antimicrobial Manufacturing,

The company’s upgrade is said to have led a dramatic improvement in efficiency and economies of scale. 

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polystyrene

PP Prices May Plunge, Others Are Mostly Flat

PP prices appear on the verge a major downward trajectory, with some potential of a modest downward path for others.

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Fungi Makes Meal of Polypropylene

University of Sydney researchers identify two strains of fungi that can biodegrade hard to recycle plastics like PP.

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High-Flowability PBT for Single-Layer Molded Coffee Capsules and Cosmetics Packaging

BASF’s Ultradur B1520 FC and Ultradur Barrier B1520FC LM boasts high barrier and low migration.

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Biobased TPU for Broad Range of Applications

BASF’s Elastollan N contains 50% renewable raw material.

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