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Flexible packaging maker Imaflex appoints new president and CEO

The Montreal-based firm has named Stephan Yazedjian to the role.


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Capturing Efficiency in Plastic Processing with Angel Hair Traps

Angel hair traps are essential in plastic processing, preventing clogs, protecting equipment, and enhancing product quality.


Geocycle and Lafarge Canada open low-carbon fuel plant in Nova Scotia

The plant will divert approximately 14,000 tonnes of waste, including post-consumer plastics, away from landfills annually.


Asahi Kasei America moving headquarters from NYC to Novi, Michigan

The move recognizes 'the strategic importance of the Midwest,' the materials supplier said.


Plastics Industry Association issues annual Size & Impact report for U.S.

The U.S. plastics industry supports more than 1 million jobs and produces more than $500 billion in value, the report says.


Erema co-founder Helmut Bacher passes away

The Austria-based company calls Bacher, 81, a 'pioneer of plastics recycling'.


Reifenhauser Inc. names VP of sales for cast sheet coating

Industry veteran Matthew Banach’s career has worked for PTi and run his own consulting business.


Coca-Cola partners with Pollution Probe to collect Great Lakes plastic waste

Coca-Cola is sponsoring a remote-controlled mobile waste collector that will help Pollution Probe collect floating debris flowing into the Great Lakes.


 
 
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Can you trust companies that say their plastic products are recyclable? US regulators may crack down on deceptive claims

Claims about recyclability have confused consumers, but forthcoming guidelines from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission may address this problem. » Read More...

Ontario researchers use 3D imaging to study microplastic waste

Researchers at the University of Waterloo are now able to observe the degradation of micro and nanoplastics with unprecedented detail. » 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

PAC Tour: Rootree    -    October 3, 2024

October 3, 2024 | 1-5295 John Lucas Drive Burlington, ON, L7L 6A8 » Visit website

AMI Plastics World Expos   -    November 13-14, 2024

November 13 - November 14, 2024 300 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44113, United States » Read More...