Plastics

Regulators, producers and brand owners were called on to “step up” their commitments to plastic recycling and a circular economy at the BIR’s World Recycling Convention in Bangkok.

KVZ Hintermayr specialises in recycling materials that others often find challenging, such as pressed big bags, polystyrene and yoghurt tubs. To maintain an extremely high level of flexibility and quality, the shredding technology must process the different plastics efficiently and reliably.

In early August 2025, the German Accreditation Body (DAkkS) officially accredited PlastCert, a division of RIGK GmbH, in accordance with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17065 for the certification programmes “RecyClass Recycling Process” and “RecyClass Recycled Plastic Traceability”.

Nextloopp Americas has announced that Mexican-based Alcamare International Grouphas joined the project to participate in its mission to close the loop on food-grade polypropylene.

Pure Loop developed DynaShape as an intelligent automation solution for the ISEC evo recycling machine to optimise settings on its own and maintain a consistent recycling process even when the feed material changes.

New figures published today in Plastics the Fast Facts 2025 confirm the rapid and continuing decline in the competitiveness of European plastics manufacturing.

RecyClass officially released its Sorting Process Certification, introducing a framework that meets the input requirements for food-contact recycled plastics in line with Regulation (EU) Nº 2022/1616.

Although many people find the ‘new car smell’ appealing, the reality is that this aroma comes from the release of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), a mixture of chemicals that can have harmful effects on both health and the environment.

At this year’s K 2025, BASF and its cooperation partners will be presenting two technologies that enable the recycling of polyamides from end-of-life vehicles.

A comprehensive new report published today by BB-REG-NET reveals that inconsistent definitions of “plastic” across UK regulations are creating uncertainty for bio-based and biodegradable material manufacturers and potentially hindering innovation in sustainable alternatives.

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is a synthetic fluorine-based polymer with a wide range of applications, including non-stick cookware production and electrical and optical fiber cable coating, owing to its high durability, thermal stability, and low friction. Ironically, its durability also presents an environmental challenge for its disposal.