Telecom Egypt in cooperation with Huawei Technologies announced the activation of the first eco-friendly wireless network tower made of Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP). Radio Units with Latest Energy-Saving Technologies Through this cooperation, Telecom Egypt becomes the first operator in Africa to install this green tower. The material used for building the tower emits less CO2 than […]

Avient Corporation, a provider of specialized and sustainable material solutions and services, announced a successful collaboration with its customer, Rolatube, to help develop the new Revolve™ tactical tripod using Polystrand™ composites from Avient. Highly Durable and Weather-resistant As an innovative alternative to the traditional telescoping configuration, the legs of the Revolve tripod are made with

How about developing 3D printable conductive filaments with inherent sensing capability? Voila, scientists from US-based Purdue University have invented a way to evenly disperse sensing particles into fused deposition modeling filaments. This can then be 3D printed into functional electronic parts such as sensors. The conductive sensing particles are carbon nanofibers diffused in a thermoplastic polyurethane carrier resin via

A team of researchers, led by Young-Shin Jun, professor of energy, environmental & chemical engineering in the McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis, analyzed how light breaks down polystyrene, a nonbiodegradable plastic from which packing peanuts, DVD cases and disposable utensils are made. In addition, they found that nanoplastic particles can

Avient Corporation announced an expansion to its range of polyketone (PK) based materials with new Complēt™ PKE long fiber reinforced engineered thermoplastics. The new formulations broaden options for customers looking for strong mechanical performance to support demanding applications, even in cold environments. Sustainable Alternatives to PA and POM Based Formulations Joining Edgetek™ PKE and LubriOne™ PKE materials launched in 2021, Complēt

TekniPlex Consumer Products will showcase its significantly expanded selection of GeoPack sustainable packaging products at the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE), Booth B6539, January 24-26 in Atlanta. Criteria Combining 4 Rs of Sustainability TekniPlex Consumer Products also will display its broad range of egg cartons, fruit trays, and protein trays, including solutions in molded

Teknor Apex is pleased to announce an expansion of its relationship with Nexeo Plastics. Nexeo Plastics will become a key distributor for Teknor Apex in Europe (effective January 1, 2023) of its portfolio of thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) under the Sarlink® and Monprene® brands. Complement Each Other with Similar Market Coverage This partnership provides Nexeo Plastics customers with

The researchers, from the University of Cambridge, developed the system, which can convert two waste streams into two chemical products at the same time – the first time this has been achieved in a solar-powered reactor. Produces Different Products Using Various Catalysts The reactor converts carbon dioxide (CO2) and plastics into different products that are

TotalEnergies has joined NEXTLOOPP, an initiative bringing together 47 companies from the plastics value chain that aims to create food-grade recycled polymer from advanced mechanical recycling. High-quality Recycled PP from Post-consumer Material Launched in October 2020 by Nextek Ltd, NEXTLOOPP is a global multiparticipant and award-winning project with the objective to produce high-quality recycled polypropylene that

Evonik has invested in the biopharmaceutical company Allay Therapeutics. The U.S.- and Singapore-based startup has developed an implant for treating pain after knee surgery. Eliminates Administration of Common Opioid Painkillers It is inserted directly into the knee and may relieve pain for up to three weeks – previous solutions work for a maximum of three days.

Converting biological waste into resources is one of the keys of the circular economy, and the main objective of the European WaysTUP! Project, financed by the Horizon H2020 program, is working on different lines of research to establish new value chains for the use of urban biowaste. Within the framework of this project, AIMPLAS, the

Toray Industries, Inc., announced that it has combined nanotechnology and fiber technology to create a cross-shaped polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) nanopore fiber that efficiently adsorbs pathogenic proteins in the blood. PMMA Membrane Artificial Kidney for Dialysis The company developed this fiber by employing its PMMA hollow fiber membrane spinning technology. Changing the nanopore size on the

SABIC has introduced a new high-density polyethylene (HDPE) with mechanically recycled content as part of TRUCIRCLE™, the company’s commitment to help accelerate a circular economy for plastics. Regaining Value from Post-consumer Oil Bottle Waste The material was custom developed for blow molding of motor oil and lubricant bottles. It has a content in the range of

After two years of work, the BIOMAC project is ready to offer its services to the best European small and medium enterprises, as well as Research Centers working in the field of bio-nanomaterials. BIOMAC is a Horizon 2020 project fostering an Open Innovation Test Bed (OITB), a true collaborative ecosystem where technologies and solutions utilizing

SABIC launched a new grade of ULTEM™ resin that can assist designers in elevating the styling and aesthetics of consumer electronics components while reducing costs by approximately 25 percent compared to metal. Excellent Surface Hardness to Minimize Scratches New ULTEM™ DT1820EV resin delivers a smooth, high-gloss finish that provides an exceptional surface for different decorative aesthetics: paint-free color,