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Avantium Partners with Sojitz Pla-Net to Propel Plant-Based PEF “releaf®” Adoption in Japanese Market
Avantium N.V. (Press Release) Netherlands Overview Avantium N.V. announced a strategic partnership with Sojitz Pla-Net Corporation on September 8, 2026, to accelerate the adoption of its innovative plant-based polymers, FDCA and PEF (bra... -
JLC3DP Clarifies PLA’s Practical Heat Resistance Limit for 3D Printing at Below 50-60°C, Recommends High-Performance Materials for Elevated Temperatures
JLC3DP China Overview JLC3DP has released guidelines on the heat resistance of PLA, a common 3D printing material. While PLA softens around 55-65°C and melts at 150-180°C, sustained high-load applications should avoid temperatures exceed... -
EU Project Achieves Milestone in PLA Recycling from Mixed Waste, Paving Way for Sustainable Bioplastics
Plastics Recycling World European Union Overview An EU-backed project has successfully demonstrated a novel technology for efficiently recycling polylactic acid (PLA) from complex, mixed plastic waste streams. This breakthrough integrate... -
JLC3DP Specifies PLA Heat Resistance Limit at 55-65°C, Recommends PETG, ABS, PEEK for Applications Above 50-60°C
JLC3DP China Overview JLC3DP has released a detailed guide on the heat resistance of PLA (Polylactic Acid) in 3D printing, clarifying that its rigidity typically begins to degrade around 55-65°C. Despite a melting point of 150-180°C, thi... -
Globuc’s ‘Go Circular 2026’ Conference to Spearhead Acceleration of Plastics Circular Economy
Globuc UK Overview Globuc's upcoming 'Go Circular 2026' conference will serve as a pivotal platform to accelerate the transition towards a circular economy in the plastics industry. The event will focus on driving sustainable polymer sol... -
Comparative Analysis of Major Polymer 3D Printing Processes FDM, SLA, SLS: Supporting Broad Range of Materials from PLA to PEEK
ACS Material USA Overview The three major polymer 3D printing processes—Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), and Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)—are compared based on their fundamentally different fabrication methods... -
Lattice Revolution: 3D Printing Forges Next-Gen Energy-Absorbing Polymer Structures
PMC International Research Overview A recent academic review highlights significant advancements in additively manufactured polymer structures for mechanical energy absorption. By combining diverse polymer materials with 3D printing tech... -
European PFAS Regulations Drive Surging Demand for Silicone and Bio-Based Barrier Alternatives, Impacting Food Packaging
DataM Intelligence Europe Overview Stricter PFAS regulations in Europe are rapidly expanding the market for alternative materials like silicone-based coatings and bio-based barrier technologies. The European Chemicals Agency supported an... -
Thales Group Delivers Over 70 Million Sustainable Payment Cards, Including PLA Bio-Sourced Cards Reducing PVC by Over 80%
Thales Group France Overview Thales Group is offering sustainable payment cards made from responsible materials like recycled plastics and bio-sourced polymers (e.g., PLA), aiming to reduce waste and support sustainability goals. Their T... -
SÜDPACK Reaffirms Planova® Bio-based PLA Film Launch, Offering Sustainable Packaging for Fresh Herbs and Cut Flowers
SÜDPACK Germany Overview SÜDPACK has reiterated the launch of Planova®, a bio-based, biodegradable PLA film for fresh herbs and cut flowers, made from renewable resources like sugarcane or corn starch. This film offers excellent dimensio...
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