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Toronto's ABC closing molding plant in Michigan

The Saline, Mich., facility will close on or around Dec. 31, with the product line being transferred to another ABC Technologies manufacturing facility located in Wyoming, Mich.


Polystyvert closes first tranche of Series B funding for $16 million

The investment brings the Montreal-based clean technology developer closer to the construction of its first commercial plant in Quebec, for recycling highly contaminated polystyrene waste.


Sidel names new president and CEO

Industry veteran Pietro Cassani has been tapped to replace outgoing leader Monica Gimre.


Domfoam expands into the GTA and Ontario with Foamco acquisition

Montreal-based Domfoam will now operate five manufacturing facilities, totalling over 550,000 square feet, across Quebec and Ontario.


BNQ launches new certification programs for compostable products

Certification by BNQ ensures that manufacturers' claims are verified by a third party.


Feds want input on addressing plastic waste and pollution from the textile and apparel sector

The Environment and Climate Change agency is soliciting feedback until Sept. 1 on the 'development of a roadmap' to address this pollution.


Davis-Standard achieves environmental stewardship landmark

The company says it has become the first extrusion and converting OEM to attain Operation Clean Sweep certification.


Indorama Ventures secures $200-million loan to expand PET recycling

The funding will help expand sustainability work, including PET recycling, in three countries.


 
 
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PLA made from hydrolysis doesn't produce persistent microplastics, study shows

PLA will fully hydrolyze in the presence of water or humidity, the study says, and no persistent nano- or microplastics will remain or accumulate in the environment. » Read More...

“Cool paint” made from plastic pollution beats the heat

The use of cool paint coatings in cities can help pedestrians feel cooler, making the urban area more comfortable for work and play. » Read More...

 
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CTMA Tour: Mitutoyo Tour & Networking Dinner    -    September 25, 2024

September 25, 2024 | 6986 Financial Dr unit #6 Mississauga, ON L5N 8J4 » Visit website

North American Biopolymer Summit 2024    -    October 2, 2024

October 2, 2024 | 1 St. Clair Avenue NE Cleveland, OH 44114 » Visit website

National Plastics Conference    -    October 14, 2024

October 14, 2024 | 1777 Walker St, Houston, TX 77010, United States » Visit website

Waste & Recycling Expo Canada    -    November 5, 2024

November 5, 2024 | 6900 Airport Rd, Mississauga, ON L4V 1E8 » Read More...