Tool-Free 3D Printing of Silicone Parts
2026-10-19 17:06:422024514093 via iStock/Getty Images Traditionally, developing custom silicone parts has meant long lead times, limited mold-making capabilities, and constrained design flexibility. Recently, Stratasys engineers have explored how direct 3D p
US Plastic Industry Predicts Growth in 2026
2026-10-19 16:59:57Dr. Perc Pineda, Chief Economist at Plastics, warned that energy costs and labor shortages remain key challenges facing the industry. Getty Images The latest “Plastics Industry Outlook” forecasts that production across all four U.S. plasti
Basf’s pa6 recycling pilot technology recognized at fakuma innovation award
2026-10-19 16:04:15In two pilot projects led by BASF, polyamide 6 (PA6) recovered from end-of-life vehicles has been processed into near-production automotive components. The projects tested two approaches to closing the loop for engineering plastics: depolymerizatio
Plastipak Opens PET Resin Manufacturing Center In Verbania, Italy
2026-10-19 15:41:20Plastipak Packaging, Inc. (Plymouth, Michigan) has announced the opening of a PET materials center in Verbania, Italy. The facility produces pakPET™ single-pellet solutions, a PET resin containing 30% recycled content, designed to help customers main
[Overseas News] US Just Relaxed Rebates for Aluminum Can Stock, Saudi Arabia Turns Around and Imposes 38.7% Tax on Aluminum Can Lids
2026-10-16 18:12:21International News Digest: Raw Material News: Hengyi Petrochemical's profits surge over 100-fold; BASF makes significant concessions in acquisition of Evonik; Celanese raises prices Packaging News: U.S. Just Eased Tax Rebate Restrictions on Aluminum
Borouge International Expands Polyolein Mechanical Recycling Capacity in Europe
2026-10-16 17:42:00Borouge International is expanding its capacity for mechanically recycled polyolefins in Europe. The company announced investments at its facilities in Niedergebra, Germany, and Wildon, Austria. According to Borouge, this expansion aims to meet grow
Cost Premium Fades Yet Film Prices Hold; Downside-Resilient, Upside-Limited
Geopolitical Push Sends Prices to New Highs; Terminal Rigid Demand Cannot Chase the Rally
