Materials
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A novel 3D-printed metamaterial may revolutionise vehicle safety. Researchers from Scotland and Italy have developed a unique lattice structure that twists upon impact, offering versatile protection. This innovation enables mechanical control over energy absorption, potentially enhancing automotive and aerospace safety by adapting to various collision scenarios.
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Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will showcase its latest medical injection moulding technology at Plastics Live Ireland 2025. The company aims to expand its footprint in Ireland’s fast-growing medical manufacturing sector with new high-speed, energy-efficient cleanroom machines.
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Copper prices are testing record highs as the world races to electrify. The metal that underpins renewable power, grids, and electric vehicles is also the one in shortest supply — exposing a fundamental contradiction at the heart of the energy transition.
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Cyclos-HTP certifies Faerch’s CPET trays as fully recyclable. The certification highlights Faerch’s commitment to circular food packaging, ensuring CPET trays can be recycled efficiently without compromising quality. This achievement aligns with the company’s broader strategy to comply with sustainability targets and regulatory demands across Europe.
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Durability defines conduit performance in industrial installations. Metallic conduits remain trusted for strength and temperature tolerance, yet polyamide systems are challenging that dominance. Offering impact resistance, corrosion stability, and faster assembly, polyamide cable protection has become a serious alternative in sectors demanding long-term reliability under mechanical stress and environmental exposure.
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Amcor has received the Luxe Pack in Green Award for CleanStream®. The advanced recycling technology converts household polypropylene waste into high-purity packaging suitable for beauty and personal care applications. By scaling recycled PP at its UK facility, Amcor supports brands seeking lower-carbon, regulation-compliant alternatives to virgin plastics.
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AkzoNobel expands its Interpon D2525 Anodic collection following global demand. Now spanning 18 shades, the superdurable powder coating range replicates the aesthetic of anodized aluminium while advancing sustainability and efficiency through Low-E curing technology, bio-attributed materials, and reduced emissions — delivering performance without compromising environmental integrity.
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Corplex has launched a closed-loop recycling system for its Correx® boards and AkyPak® packaging. The process, anchored by a £multi-million deinking facility in Gloucester, cuts carbon emissions by 500 tonnes annually and transforms printed polypropylene media into high-quality recycled material.
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Autopack has been named UK and Ireland distribution partner for Spanish PET blow moulding specialist SIDE. The agreement opens opportunities in personal and home care packaging, where onsite PET container production offers speed, cost efficiency, and reduced logistics, with models ranging from 4,000 to 10,000 bottles per hour.
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Scientists pioneer new process and materials for advancing modern electronics.
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