Tag: plastics
UNSW engineers pioneer eco-friendly method to break down plastics using sunlight
In a significant stride towards sustainable waste management, chemical engineers at UNSW Sydney have developed an innovative process to break down a wide range of plastics using just sunlight, air, and a common chemical compound.
Penn State researchers develop sustainable resin to replace large-format 3D printing plastics
A team of agricultural and biological engineers from Penn State is working on a sustainable resin material made from agriculturally derived components, which has the potential to replace plastics currently used in large-format 3D printing for creating objects such as furniture and boats.
New series of reports explore sustainable approach towards circular economy goal
A new set of reports has presented a crucial roadmap for moving Australia toward a circular economy, outlining the opportunities to use design to enhance the sustainability of manufacturing methods, materials, products, and business models across local industries, as announced by RMIT university.
Plastics Live — The Forum To Assess Manufacturing Alternatives For Plastics Manufacturing
As additive manufacturing (AM) / 3D printing continues to evolve, many of the pre-conceptions concerning its usefulness as a production technology for plastic parts and components need to be revisited. Now an established technology set, with a 30-year plus pedigree in industry, 3D printing is no longer just a solution for rapid prototyping applications.
Coles, Nestlé, LyondellBasell, Licella and iQ Renew join forces to study Australian-first recycling opportunity
Coles will undertake a joint feasibility study with technology developer Licella, recycler iQ Renew, polymer manufacturer LyondellBasell and Nestlé to investigate the potential of...
Pact Group transforms 600 tonnes of plastic waste into recycled noise wall solution for...
Media Release
Breakthrough technology using 75% recycled materials including milk bottles and soft plastics will help build Australia’s circular economy and demonstrate the opportunity for...