Packaging
Amcor Wins Race for Hot-Fill PET with Metal Lug Closure
Consumers get the reassuring "pop" of freshness without the weight and fragility of glass.
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'Green' Alternative To EPS Underway At Findland's VTT Tech
Partners in processing sought by Findland's VTT research center to further development of a PLA-based alternative to EPS packaging and insulation.
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PE Spot Prices Down; More Contract Price Reductions Likely
A second PE supplier has offered a PE contract price reduction, while spot prices tumble as available supply swells.
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How to Dry PET for Container Applications
PET is extremely hygroscopic, highly moisture sensitive, and one of the toughest challenges to dry. Here are the basic principles of doing it right for rigid packaging applications
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How to Address Uneven Wall Thickness in Stretch-Blow Molding
Many conditions must be met to get the best wall distribution in a PET bottle. Skilled operators are, as always, indispensable.
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Dispenser Molder Opens New Plant in Illinois
Worldwide Dispensers is up and running in Bolingbrook with 10 injection molding machines ranging in clamp force from 25 to 700 tons.
Read MoreLonza Appoints KODA For Distribution Of Functional Chemicals
Lonza Industrial expands its relationship with KODA Distribution by choosing the company for distribution of its functional chemicals, such as lubricants for plastics.
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Three Entities Awarded For Plastics Recycling Innovations
The American Chemistry Council has announced three winners for this year's Innovation in Plastics Recycling Awards.
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A Step In 'Right' Direction: Nova Chem. Drops PE Contract Prices
One major PE player is offering the first reduction on PE contract prices in two years. Will others see fit to do the same?
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Ineos Completes Full Acquisition of Styrolution
Now fully-owned by Ineos, Styrolution will continue to operate as a stand-alone business within Ineos Industries Holdings.
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