Mechanical Recycling

New Survey Shows Consumers Want Products Made from Recycled Materials

Aug 19, 2021

The survey commissioned by Core Hydration, a producer of bottled water, reveals that many consumers would be willing to pay a surcharge for products made from recycled materials.

Challenges and Opportunities in Sustainable Polyurethane Production

Aug 19, 2021

Major polyurethane (PU) suppliers and multiple startups are developing bio-based or recycled alternatives for PU feedstock, a trend that will strengthen in the years ahead.

IAPD Steps Up to Protect Performance Plastics from Ham-Fisted Legislators

Aug 18, 2021

The International Association of Plastics Distribution (IAPD) produced a flow chart showing the progression of monomers to polymers to applications to help educate members of Congress.

It Happened. Packaging Producer Responsibility is Law in the US.

Aug 18, 2021

Maine and Oregon now have extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws for packaging. Industry input is critical to ensure future producer responsibility plans are effective, equitable, and truly support packaging recovery and recycling.

Reporting on the Plastic Waste Problem Cites Big Numbers, but What Do They Actually Mean?

Aug 17, 2021

Big numbers don’t mean much without context, and context comes from data obtained by scientific observation.

TerraCycle and Corporate Partners Sued by NGO for Misleading Consumers

Aug 12, 2021

Strict participation limits prohibit most consumers from participating in the free recycling programs, claims the lawsuit. Instead, consumers can purchase “costly Zero Waste Boxes to return the products to TerraCycle at a hefty price.”

New Recyclable Shrink-Sleeve Label Appeals to Brand Owners and Consumers

Aug 12, 2021

There’s no need to remove this label from PET bottles prior to recycling. A new survey indicates many consumers will appreciate this practical, environmentally friendly approach to recycling.

Polyplastics’ Topas Earns APR Recognition for Recyclability with Polyethylene Films

Aug 04, 2021

The recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) allows companies to confidently use COC to enhance performance of recyclable products.

High-Tech In-Store Machine Incentivizes Recycling

Jul 28, 2021

Artificial intelligence (AI) and NFC-equipped machine — testing at Safeway stores — accepts aluminum cans and PET and glass bottles. It was designed by an entrepreneur from Apple and an aerospace engineer.

Paper, Recycled Plastic, or Bioplastic? 3 Protective Packaging Options

Jul 28, 2021

These sustainable, inflate-on-demand air cushioning and void-fill product options range from 100% recyclable paper to home-compostable bioplastics to PCR plastic.

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