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Hanwha TotalEnergies Completes Construction of Polyolefin Elastomer Pilot Plant

Jul 26, 2023

Process data secured through pilot tests is expected to lay the foundation for construction of a commercial polyolefin elastomer plant.

‘World-First’ Polymer Prevents Bacterial Biofilm Formation in Water Systems

Jul 20, 2023

The plastic construction material can be applied via spray coating, dipping, or 3D-printing techniques.

Flosser for People with Disabilities Wins Design Innovation in Plastics Award

Jul 17, 2023

The device with a specially designed gripping handle helps dexterity-challenged users to more easily floss their teeth.

Barbie, the Original Material Girl

Jul 16, 2023

The movie coming out on July 21 has created a whole new buzz around the 63-year-old plastic doll that conquered the world, but she comes with a lot of baggage. We unpack some of it here.

Weaker Polymer Bonds Produce Stronger Materials, Researchers Claim

Jun 27, 2023

A team of chemists from MIT and Duke University discovered they could increase the tear resistance of a polyacrylate elastomer by as much as 10 times by using a weaker cross-linker to bind the monomer chains.

Updated: Abu Dhabi Oil Co. Offers Almost $11 Billion to Take Over Covestro

Jun 21, 2023

The acquisition would give Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. access to advanced materials that go into electric vehicles, thermal insulation for buildings, and engineering plastics.

Anti-Plastics Activist Reckons with Reality at Senate Hearing

Jun 19, 2023

Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) had some pointed questions for an environmental activist, who said she wished the plastics industry would end.

New PC Copolymers Help Mobility Design for Durability

Jun 14, 2023

Performance of the new materials reportedly equals PC/PBT, and applications extend beyond mobility to include healthcare and consumer electronics.

Tools You Can Use Now to Supercharge Production Efficiency

Jun 06, 2023

From open AI to tried-and-true methodologies like MRP/ERP systems, these tools can help manufacturers of all sizes rapidly adapt to change and thrive.

In-Mold Electronics: Coming Soon to a Device Near You

May 31, 2023

The technology has the potential to bring lightweight, compact, and affordable smart surfaces to automotive, consumer, and medical applications.