Plastics
The World of Plastics: From Industrial Plastic to Thermoforming
Would you agree that the average person’s knowledge of plastic goes no further than acknowledging he uses a lot and throws most of it away? We are convinced that’s the case. We are also pretty sure that the world’s collective perception of plastics would change dramatically if the average person only knew all the details.…
Read MoreBio PET Recycling Gets Closer to Commercial Viability
For years, scientists have been working on a way to biologically degrade PET plastic using specialized enzymes. The theory is that bio recycling will ultimately be more efficient and less costly than mechanical or thermal recycling. Now, a new report out of Germany seems to suggest that we are getting closer to a commercially viable…
Read MoreLearn the History of Plastics
The U.S. generates more than 35 million tons of plastic each year according to statistics. There are recycled plastic buyers in Michigan and other cities across the U.S. who transport and sell recycled plastic to businesses to create new plastic products and address environmental concerns. Today, plastic recycling is a necessary component of plastic production…
Read MoreAn Overview on Plastic Coding System for Resin Types
Plastic buyers in Michigan have a challenging job. They sift through and carefully sort a variety of products and materials, and everything has to be cleaned and processed. Although industrial and commercial plastics can be recycled into a number of items, the process isn’t always as easy as you might imagine. Fortunately, the Plastic Industry…
Read MoreWhy We Use Plastic Pallets to Export Goods?
In the modern era, there are few products manufactured that don’t include plastic. In many areas, plastic has replaced natural materials like wood and metal because of its resiliency, recyclability, and affordability. In the export shipping industry, plastic has become the go-to material for crafting pallets for goods that will be shipped overseas. Plastic pallets…
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