LDPE
Recycled resins grow in the heartland
Two recycling facilities recently opened in Indiana that will consume large quantities of plastic scrap and transform them into flake and pellets for use in packaging.
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Swedish researchers say plastic recycling delivers benefits
IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute says mechanical recycling of plastic offers climate benefits.
University researchers create ‘low-cost’ plastic recycling method
A team from Louisiana State University is reporting a “potential breakthrough” and estimates a new electromagnetic induction heating approach could save “billions of dollars.”
The quiet catalyst
Vertically integrated thermoformer and recycler D6 Inc. is establishing itself as a transparent, traceable and auditable end market for brands seeking recycled-content packaging.
Revolution acquires Island Plastics
Michigan-based Island Plastics produces postconsumer LLDPE and LDPE film-grade resin.
Rubicon appoints new CFO
Eric Bauer previously served in the same role at postconsumer resin producer Circulus Holdings.
APR upgrades PCR certification program
The organization says its new and improved program will be rolled out in phases, beginning with a new standard developed for plastics reclaimers and recyclers.
SABIC collaboration yields packaging made with biorenewable PE
The global chemical company partnered with Lamb Weston and Opackgroup to develop sustainable packaging for Lamb Weston’s frozen potato products.
Domestic market considered ‘mixed’
Recent reports suggest a "mixed" market for recycled resins in the U.S.
LYB acquires solvent-based recycling company APK
The company wants to further develop APK’s technology for low-density polyethylene and build commercial plants.
Stadler system sorts plastics in Italy
European technology provider Stadler has helped equip a 100,000-ton-per-year plastics sorting facility for Iren SpA in Turin, Italy.
