Packaging

Medical 29 Apr 2020

Bockatech and Westfall Technik Solidify EcoCore Foam Core Technology License Deal

Westfall Technik to promote use of EcoCore PP foam core technology in the U.S. to create new opportunities for more sustainable lightweight single-use and reusable packaging.

polyolefins 28 Apr 2020

Inhance Technologies’ Barrier Packaging Recognized as Fully Recyclable by APR and PRE

The Enkase technology imparts a permanent barrier that can be applied to HDPE containers and reportedly protects the product integrity by reducing ingredient loss and increasing shelf life and quality, while maintaining recyclability.

Commodity Resins 28 Apr 2020

Additive: Non-Nylon Based, Low-Haze Oxygen Scavenger for PET

PolyOne’s ColorMatrix Amosorb 4020G, designed for rigid PET packaging, boasts lower haze and reduced impact on the PET recycle stream.

Packaging 24 Apr 2020

Thermoformed Detergent Tub Now Contains 50% Recycled PP

Tub sits inside a recycled cardboard wrapper that permits a 40% reduction in the overall weight of plastic.

Packaging 22 Apr 2020

Global Analytics Firm Reveals an Immature Innovation Landscape for Bioplastics that is Ripe for Change

Clarivate announced availability of its new bioplastics analytic report on the 50th anniversary of Earth Day.

polystyrene 21 Apr 2020

Ineos and Plastic Energy Collaborate on Advanced Plastic Recycling Facility

The planned Ineos and Plastic Energy facility will use the latter’s patented TAC technology to break down plastic waste and turn it into ‘premium’ polyollefin-based plastics.

Packaging 21 Apr 2020

Plastic-Like Packaging Material Made from Completely Renewable Raw Materials

Finland’s VTT has developed a material that can be used in thermoformed food packaging applications.

Medical 16 Apr 2020

Troy University's Center for Materials & Manufacturing Sciences Looking for Sustainable Personal Protection Equipment Materials

Spurred by coronavirus pandemic, Troy University researchers are exploring recycled HDPE for PPE and the recycling of uncontaminated medical packaging.