http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NHL-2/Business/Headlines.aspx2008 myplasticsindustryen-ushttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/Skins/myplasticsindustry/365/logo.pnghttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/Default.aspxPlastics in the News - BusinessMon, 12 May 2008 00:01:00 GMT60http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50037365/LANDFILL-DEALS.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedSun, 11 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50037365/LANDFILL-DEALS.aspxWe’re not a faceless corporation, protested Mulhearn. The park would bring good jobs and $1 million a year in new tax revenue to Johnston. “You can’t build houses around New England’s largest dump,” he told the business leaders. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50037190/Corn-growers-CEO-defends-ethanol-evolution-.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedSat, 10 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50037190/Corn-growers-CEO-defends-ethanol-evolution-.aspxAs cheaper raw materials supplement corn for refining, Tolman sees more corn going into making higher-value products, such as plastics. Does that mean even more corn diverted to non-food uses? Besides the argument that corn for ethanol isn't creating a food crisis, he points out that corn farmers keep producing more. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50037217/Corn-growers-CEO-defends-ethanol-evolution-.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedSat, 10 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50037217/Corn-growers-CEO-defends-ethanol-evolution-.aspxAs cheaper raw materials supplement corn for refining, Tolman sees more corn going into making higher-value products, such as plastics. Does that mean even more corn diverted to non-food uses? Besides the argument that corn for ethanol isn't creating a food crisis, he points out that corn farmers keep producing more. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50037237/The-Gift-of-Solar-EnergyBiz-Insider-May-9-2008-.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50037237/The-Gift-of-Solar-EnergyBiz-Insider-May-9-2008-.aspxResearchers there will explore new materials and systems that aspire to accelerate the availability of solar energy. Winning new capital from venture capitalists and major manufacturers of generation technologies remains challenging. Plastics, polymers and bio-materials are also used. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50036776/RE-RELEASE-Canadian-Natural-Resources-Limited-Announces-2008-First-Quarter-Results.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50036776/RE-RELEASE-Canadian-Natural-Resources-Limited-Announces-2008-First-Quarter-Results.aspxA majority of the Company's revenue is based on reference to US dollar benchmark prices. Proceeds from the securities issued were used to repay bankers' acceptances under the Company's bank credit facilities. Proceeds from the securities issued were used to repay bankers' acceptances under the Company's bank credit facilities. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50036116/Biodegradable-Home-Product-Lines-Ready-to-Rot.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50036116/Biodegradable-Home-Product-Lines-Ready-to-Rot.aspxBut can you compost a sofa and its throw pillows? To some industry observers, like Joel Makower, executive editor of GreenBiz.com, which covers the “greening” of mainstream businesses, “biodegradability seems like a noble attribute but an irrelevant concept. Why disposable crockery?” The industry should emphasize the heirloom concept, he suggested. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50036665/Canadian-Natural-Resources-Limited-Announces-2008-First-Quarter-Results.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50036665/Canadian-Natural-Resources-Limited-Announces-2008-First-Quarter-Results.aspxA majority of the Company's revenue is based on reference to US dollar benchmark prices. Proceeds from the securities issued were used to repay bankers' acceptances under the Company's bank credit facilities. Proceeds from the securities issued were used to repay bankers' acceptances under the Company's bank credit facilities. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50035997/Harvest-Energy-Announces-First-Quarter-2008-Results-and-Continues-C-0-30-Monthly-Distribution.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50035997/Harvest-Energy-Announces-First-Quarter-2008-Results-and-Continues-C-0-30-Monthly-Distribution.aspxA 600 boe/d increase in Hay River production across the quarter resulted from enhanced water injection and field optimization. At Wainwright, we finalized the design of our Alkaline Surfactant Polymer flood during the quarter and will continue to procure equipment while aiming to commence polymer injection early in the fourth quarter. Such upgrading technologies include new and expanded visbreaking process technologies or delayed coking. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50035998/IPL-Reports-its-Results-for-the-Second-Quarter-of-Fiscal-2008.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50035998/IPL-Reports-its-Results-for-the-Second-Quarter-of-Fiscal-2008.aspxIn the corresponding period a year earlier, the Company posted net earnings of $679,000 or $0.05 per share, fully diluted. Furthermore, the sustained strength of the Canadian dollar hampered the Company's exports and its competitiveness on the US market. IPL also provides highly technical value-added custom moulding services for the automotive and transport industries, as well as for various industrial uses. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50034191/Mitsubishi-upgrading-recycling-efforts-others-following-suit-Twin-Cities-recycling-numbers-looking-good.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedMon, 05 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50034191/Mitsubishi-upgrading-recycling-efforts-others-following-suit-Twin-Cities-recycling-numbers-looking-good.aspxThe university typically has a large amount of the plastic foam twice a year when it switches out electronics."Polystyrene is very bulky. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50033584/Region-s-economy-gets-big-boost-from-Canon-The-firm-will-grow-in-Gloucester-and-Newport-News-with-expansions-and-well-paying-jobs-.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50033584/Region-s-economy-gets-big-boost-from-Canon-The-firm-will-grow-in-Gloucester-and-Newport-News-with-expansions-and-well-paying-jobs-.aspxBut it wasn't a total surprise to locals.The Newport News Canon site has spent the past few years transforming into a provider of advanced electronics manufacturing and troubleshooting services. The average Hampton Roads worker gets paid $33,779.The Newport News plant employs more than 1,500 workers. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50033742/How-green-are-biofuels-.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50033742/How-green-are-biofuels-.aspxBut with growing fears over biofuels stealing from dinner plates to fill gas tanks, people are starting to wonder: How green are biofuels? Ethanol comes from sugar cane as well as corn. People are developing technologies to grow it in plastic bags and tubes or shallow manmade ponds. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50032617/What-s-in-Your-Mug-.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50032617/What-s-in-Your-Mug-.aspxDid the manufacturer who specified the design of the mug delve into the formulation of the plastic? Keeping Tabs on Plastics As compounding, manufacturing, molding, extruding, and even shipping these materials becomes more complex, testing the final product to ensure that no unexpected additives are present is even more critical. Reference materials for these plastic additive technical mixes are now becoming available. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50033254/Area-agencies-provide-compost-to-public.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50033254/Area-agencies-provide-compost-to-public.aspx.../>The composting facility is at 3700 Las Virgenes Road, at Lost Hills Road, in Calabasas. Residents picking up compost should bring containers with covers or strong plastic bags with ties; pickup trucks must also bring plastic covers for the beds.Shovels are provided.For information, call 818-251-2200.As part of the districts' commitment to "Total Beneficial Reuse," community compost transforms waste material into a valuable product that diverts material from...http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50032515/Fraser-Papers-Announces-First-Quarter-Financial-Results.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50032515/Fraser-Papers-Announces-First-Quarter-Financial-Results.aspxShipments of packaging papers were focused on coated bag papers designed to replace plastic and foil. The Company has operations in New Brunswick, Maine, New Hampshire and Quebec. The term of the amended credit facility was extended to April 2011. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50032516/Extracting-the-Most-from-Extrusion.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50032516/Extracting-the-Most-from-Extrusion.aspxBefore using a new resin, Andrews says, manufacturers must test the material to obtain data on its characteristics that will help determine a successful, well controlled process for extruding it. If none of these provides consistent output, the company sometimes turns to an outside manufacturer to produce a new screw for the material. He is a senior process engineer at Teel Plastics Inc. (Baraboo, WI), which specializes in manufacturing close-tolerance plastic tubing. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50032518/2008-Winning-Products-and-Suppliers.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50032518/2008-Winning-Products-and-Suppliers.aspxSupply and design credit: Metaphase Design Group Inc. (St. Supply and design credit: Alexandria Research Technologies LLC (Plymouth, MN), Omnitool Inc. (Minneapolis), and Kyber Design Inc. (St. This technology integrates with the company’s Stellant computed tomography injection system. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50031007/Effectiveness-of-plastic-bag-recycling-questioned.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedMon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50031007/Effectiveness-of-plastic-bag-recycling-questioned.aspxIn recent months, Suffolk, New York City and Westchester have all passed voluntary plastic bag recycling measures. The returned sacks are made into composite lumber or, less often, new bags. Pathmark and Waldbaum's offer rebates to shoppers who reuse plastic bags or bring their own totes. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030622/Studies-on-Chemical-In-Plastics-Questioned.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedSun, 27 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030622/Studies-on-Chemical-In-Plastics-Questioned.aspxThe agency says it has relied on research backed by the American Plastics Council because it had input on its design, monitored its progress and reviewed the raw data. A U.S. government ban on BPA would affect thousands of businesses and perhaps billions of dollars in profit for its largest manufacturers. Vom Saal refused, and, six weeks later, sent a pointed letter documenting the exchange to plastics industry representatives, including Waechter, and an FDA official. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030675/Prof-s-designs-break-the-mold.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedSun, 27 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030675/Prof-s-designs-break-the-mold.aspxWhen was the last time you saw a light made of silkworm cocoons?The shapes of his chairs are as inventive as the materials. Unsure whether he wanted to become an engineer or an architect, Sribyatta went to Miami Dade College in architectural engineering. Back in 2000, green wasn't such a big thing. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030748/Local-manufacturing-scene-a-mixed-bag.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedSun, 27 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030748/Local-manufacturing-scene-a-mixed-bag.aspxThe company is cutting expenses and is not filling vacant positions quickly.Freedom is positioning itself for the day when the housing market rebounds and oil prices stabilize. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030893/FDA-trusted-plastics-industry-research-on-potentially-risky-chemical.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedSun, 27 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030893/FDA-trusted-plastics-industry-research-on-potentially-risky-chemical.aspxThe agency says it has relied on research backed by the American Plastics Council because it had input on its design, monitored its progress and reviewed the raw data. A U.S. government ban on BPA would affect thousands of businesses and perhaps billions of dollars in profit for its largest manufacturers. Vom Saal refused, and, six weeks later, sent a pointed letter documenting the exchange to plastics industry representatives, including Waechter, and an FDA official. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030111/Plastic-Bottle-Scare-Is-a-Boon-for-Some.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030111/Plastic-Bottle-Scare-Is-a-Boon-for-Some.aspxEastman began developing the new plastic about five years ago, said Debbie Baum Crain, the company’s director of copolyester innovation. Other users of the new plastic include the bottle maker Nalgene, which made polycarbonate famous but has decided to abandon it, and Vita-Mix, which makes its blender containers from the plastic. The company declined to provide specific sales figures. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030290/Consumers-back-away-from-BPA-products-but-what-s-next-.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030290/Consumers-back-away-from-BPA-products-but-what-s-next-.aspxThe former nurse and mother of three young children began researching plastics online. The company, along with many others, sells polycarbonate bottles containing BPA. The rest are polycarbonate (containing BPA) and manufactured in China. Handi-Craft, the St. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030453/West-Fraser-Announces-First-Quarter-Results.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030453/West-Fraser-Announces-First-Quarter-Results.aspxPer unit manufacturing costs increased from comparative periods because of lower production and increased resin costs. When financing acquisitions, the Company combines debt and equity financing in a proportion that is intended to maintain an investment grade rating throughout the cycle. The Company has adopted policies and procedures designed to limit these risks. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030001/Profit-declines-at-Myers-Industries-Revenue-rises-but-Akron-company-can-t-contain-cost-of-materials.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030001/Profit-declines-at-Myers-Industries-Revenue-rises-but-Akron-company-can-t-contain-cost-of-materials.aspxThe meeting ran for 23 minutes, with no questions from shareholders.Myers Industries' 75th anniversary is this year. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030002/Masters-Energy-Inc-Reports-First-Quarter-2008-Interim-Results.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030002/Masters-Energy-Inc-Reports-First-Quarter-2008-Interim-Results.aspxManagement monitors purchaser credit positions to mitigate any potential credit losses. The credit facility may be drawn with direct advances or guaranteed notes. Management monitors purchaser credit positions to mitigate any potential credit losses. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030003/Many-local-businesses-support-green-practices.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030003/Many-local-businesses-support-green-practices.aspx...company's new green team.OSP buys environmentally sound paper and recycles office and production materials. The company also purchased enough wind energy credits to subsidize 24 percent of its annual energy kilowatt hours.Green can be thriftyThe green movement at Babbitt's Books actually began with thriftiness.Simpson reuses grocery store bags instead of giving customers Babbitt's branded sacks. He also reuses packing supplies, which saves money...http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030004/Ridding-life-of-products-made-with-chemical-BPA-could-prove-a-challenge.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50030004/Ridding-life-of-products-made-with-chemical-BPA-could-prove-a-challenge.aspxThe health of consumers comes first.''Worldwide production capacity for BPA is 3.7 billion kilograms per year, according to chemical industry analysts. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50029615/Design-Notebook-Survivalist-Spirit-at-the-Milan-Furniture-Fair.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-2-50029615/Design-Notebook-Survivalist-Spirit-at-the-Milan-Furniture-Fair.aspxNor was there any shortage of new products and ventures. Still, some companies seem to have a head start. Artecnica, based in Los Angeles, unveiled Tord Boontje’s Witches Kitchen cooking utensils, made from sustainable materials by artisans in Brazil, Guatemala and Colombia. (Mr.