http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NHL-5/New-Technology/Headlines.aspx2008 myplasticsindustryen-ushttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/Skins/myplasticsindustry/365/logo.pnghttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/Default.aspxPlastics in the News - New TechnologySun, 11 May 2008 23:58:47 GMT60http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50036666/RFID-News-Roundup.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50036666/RFID-News-Roundup.aspxThe company's new UHF transponders, which it says are designed for multiple industry applications, include the Waste Bin Tag and the Slim Tag. The transponders are hermetically sealed in a housing designed to survive harsh environmental conditions, and are bio-compatible to ensure they are sterile when used. In April 2007, Mikoh unveiled its Retail Tag, which features an RFID inlay with an antenna printed directly onto the tag's plastic or cardboard substrate. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50035571/Daily-Briefing.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50035571/Daily-Briefing.aspxStudy: Builders slow to go green Washington —- None of the nation's biggest home builders has fully embraced sustainable design or construction, according to a study released Tuesday. The study ranked Atlanta-based Beazer Homes No. 7 out of 13 for attention to environmentally sustainable design and construction. DuPont said the expansions will help meet growing demand for materials used in solar energy modules, packaging and auto parts. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50035572/PepsiCo-Now-Lightweight-Champion.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedTue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50035572/PepsiCo-Now-Lightweight-Champion.aspxCoke has reduced Dasani's plastic bottle 30% to 16 grams. PepsiCo previously shrunk Aquafina by 40% to 15 grams, as did Nestlé to 12.5 grams of plastic. Additionally, it developed the world's largest PET bottle-to-bottle recycling plant where new PET bottles are born from old ones. "Our packaging has value. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50036777/PepsiCo-Now-Lightweight-Champion.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedTue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50036777/PepsiCo-Now-Lightweight-Champion.aspxCoke has reduced Dasani's plastic bottle 30% to 16 grams. PepsiCo previously shrunk Aquafina by 40% to 15 grams, as did Nestlé to 12.5 grams of plastic. Additionally, it developed the world's largest PET bottle-to-bottle recycling plant where new PET bottles are born from old ones. "Our packaging has value. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50034042/Letters-The-Green-Issue.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedSun, 04 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50034042/Letters-The-Green-Issue.aspxI’m happy to say I’m a recent new member of a local community garden. TISH COTTER New York Pollan briefly mentions composting kitchen waste. When the bag fills, empty it into an outdoor compost bin or pile. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50032158/How-to-Get-Ahead-in-China.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50032158/How-to-Get-Ahead-in-China.aspxThere are cement floors, exposed piping, floor-to-ceiling windows. A sourcing engineer, who reviews design specifications, earns about $15,000 a year here. To the new sales manager: "You're a rock star. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50032514/United-Technologies-A-Different-Type-of-Conglomerate-Than-GE.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50032514/United-Technologies-A-Different-Type-of-Conglomerate-Than-GE.aspxUnited Aircraft was at that time one of the largest companies in the country and had a long history of manufacturing airplanes and helicopters for the American military. Daniell immediately undertook a major restructuring of UTC, streamlining the unwieldy company by selling off divisions that did not fit into United Technologies' main product lines. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50031009/Environmental-impact-of-plastic-a-mixed-bag.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedMon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50031009/Environmental-impact-of-plastic-a-mixed-bag.aspx...plastic does not biodegrade and its source material -- crude oil or natural gas -- is nonrenewable.Plastic bags can be recycled, but most municipal programs do not accept them. Last week, Huntington became the first Long Island town to take plastic bags dropped off by residents at municipal buildings.While paper can be made into new products a number of times over, plastic bags tend to be resurrected just once -- "downcycled" into products such as plastic lumber that...http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50031010/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-5-50031010/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-5-50030624/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-5-50030624/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. The government later learned that Sciences International had done work for Dow and BASF, two BPA manufacturers. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50030112/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-5-50030112/Plastic-Bottle-Scare-Is-a-Boon-for-Some.aspx“It is going to change what happens to materials. Eastman began developing the new plastic about five years ago, said Debbie Baum Crain, the company’s director of copolyester innovation. That may leave some room for other materials. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50029812/In-Depth-Green-burials-go-mainstream-By-Giovanna-Dunmall-.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50029812/In-Depth-Green-burials-go-mainstream-By-Giovanna-Dunmall-.aspxLiterally. The popularity of green funerals has increased significantly in recent years. Make sure that floral tributes are not bound with plastic covered wire - use raffia instead. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50028653/Well-A-Hard-Plastic-Is-Raising-Hard-Questions.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedTue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50028653/Well-A-Hard-Plastic-Is-Raising-Hard-Questions.aspxTARA PARKER-POPE Are toxic plastics lurking in your kitchen? BPA migrates into food from polycarbonate plastic bottles or the epoxy resin coatings that line canned food. Although many plastic products claim to be microwave safe, some scientists warn against putting any plastic in the microwave. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50028654/United-Technologies-A-Different-Type-of-Conglomerate-Than-GE.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedTue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50028654/United-Technologies-A-Different-Type-of-Conglomerate-Than-GE.aspxUnited Aircraft was at that time one of the largest companies in the country and had a long history of manufacturing airplanes and helicopters for the American military. Daniell immediately undertook a major restructuring of UTC, streamlining the unwieldy company by selling off divisions that did not fit into United Technologies' main product lines. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50028655/The-Plastics-Revolution.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedTue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50028655/The-Plastics-Revolution.aspxSome blame plastics for increased rates of cancer, asthma, neurological disorders and infertility. Phthalates are banned in the manufacture of toys in most European countries. Phthalates are also known as plasticizers, chemicals that prolong the life span and durability of plastics and increase their flexibility. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50028210/Earth-Day-Should-Be-Everyday-.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedMon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50028210/Earth-Day-Should-Be-Everyday-.aspxYeah, we know, you're going to roll your eyes at some, but, we may impart a new idea upon you (and we would LOVE to hear your suggestions) and perhaps reduce our carbon footprint. We use a "self-containable" unit that is easy to load, turn and unload and has a container for "compost tea" which we spread using a hose-end fertilizer spreader. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50027582/The-Green-Issue-Live.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedSun, 20 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50027582/The-Green-Issue-Live.aspxCarol Perkins typifies the new breed of green-pet entrepreneurs. But does everyone know just how green they can be? His new sneakers are made from hemp and natural rubber. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50027583/Eat.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedSun, 20 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50027583/Eat.aspx“Compost and advocate for compost,” she says. According to a study by Franklin Associates, a consulting firm, plastic bags require significantly less energy than paper over the course of their life cycle, from manufacturing to transportation. Which isn’t to say that Whole Foods has it wrong about plastic bags. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50027585/The-U-S-of-Anxiety.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedSat, 19 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50027585/The-U-S-of-Anxiety.aspxPlastic forks potentially contain the evil resin, too. We know there is poison in plastic bottles. Partly because all the news channels have to make news," so they tell us things over and over, says Danzinger. "All the news channels, cable, the Internet. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50027197/Canada-Takes-Steps-to-Ban-Most-Plastic-Baby-Bottles.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedSat, 19 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50027197/Canada-Takes-Steps-to-Ban-Most-Plastic-Baby-Bottles.aspxAlso on Friday, Senator Charles E. Schumer, Democrat of New York, said he intended to introduce on Monday a bill that would ban many uses of BPA-related plastics. The toxic designation will allow Canada eventually to ban the manufacture, import or sale of baby bottles made with polycarbonate. Baird both said that adults who use plastic containers made with the chemical were not at risk. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50027171/Bottle-Maker-to-Stop-Using-Plastic-Linked-to-Health-Concerns.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50027171/Bottle-Maker-to-Stop-Using-Plastic-Linked-to-Health-Concerns.aspxIt has long made bottles from other plastics that lack the glasslike transparency and rigidity that made polycarbonate popular. Tony Clement, the minister of health, has scheduled a news conference for Friday to discuss the issue. “The epoxy resins are the gold standard right now,” said Dr. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50025517/Canada-Likely-to-Label-Plastic-Ingredient-Toxic-.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50025517/Canada-Likely-to-Label-Plastic-Ingredient-Toxic-.aspxA spokeswoman for the Canadian Plastics Industry Association referred a request for comment to the American Chemistry Council in Arlington, Va. There is also some dispute about how much of the chemical is released by plastics. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50025753/Your-Daily-Green-Bit-This-year-s-Earth-Day-it-bag-D-I-Y-.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50025753/Your-Daily-Green-Bit-This-year-s-Earth-Day-it-bag-D-I-Y-.aspxWill it be any better for the environment if she purchases plastic garbage sacks? Any bag will do the trick, but if you're craving an eco-friendly new tote, you really shouldn't settle for anything less than organic or recycled. Next, British grocery Sainsbury's came outwith its own tote proclaiming, "I am Not a Plastic Shopping Bag either." It, too, sold out. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50032381/Kroger-Launches-Green-Initiatives.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50032381/Kroger-Launches-Green-Initiatives.aspxPlastic bags, dry-cleaning bags and other plastic shrink wrap can now be recycled in all Kroger locations. After deposited in bins located in the front of the store, bags will be collected and recycled into other products, including plastic landscape bricks, plastic lumber and other plastic bags. Customers can create their designs and vote on their favorite entries at www.kroger.com/green through May 23. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50034292/Kroger-Launches-Green-Initiatives.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50034292/Kroger-Launches-Green-Initiatives.aspxPlastic bags, dry-cleaning bags and other plastic shrink wrap can now be recycled in all Kroger locations. After deposited in bins located in the front of the store, bags will be collected and recycled into other products, including plastic landscape bricks, plastic lumber and other plastic bags. Customers can create their designs and vote on their favorite entries at www.kroger.com/green through May 23. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50034970/Kroger-Launches-Green-Initiatives.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50034970/Kroger-Launches-Green-Initiatives.aspxPlastic bags, dry-cleaning bags and other plastic shrink wrap can now be recycled in all Kroger locations. After deposited in bins located in the front of the store, bags will be collected and recycled into other products, including plastic landscape bricks, plastic lumber and other plastic bags. Customers can create their designs and vote on their favorite entries at www.kroger.com/green through May 23. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50032894/Kroger-Launches-Green-Initiatives.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50032894/Kroger-Launches-Green-Initiatives.aspxPlastic bags, dry-cleaning bags and other plastic shrink wrap can now be recycled in all Kroger locations. After deposited in bins located in the front of the store, bags will be collected and recycled into other products, including plastic landscape bricks, plastic lumber and other plastic bags. Customers can create their designs and vote on their favorite entries at www.kroger.com/green through May 23. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50033771/Kroger-Launches-Green-Initiatives.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50033771/Kroger-Launches-Green-Initiatives.aspxPlastic bags, dry-cleaning bags and other plastic shrink wrap can now be recycled in all Kroger locations. After deposited in bins located in the front of the store, bags will be collected and recycled into other products, including plastic landscape bricks, plastic lumber and other plastic bags. Customers can create their designs and vote on their favorite entries at www.kroger.com/green through May 23. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50036977/Kroger-Launches-Green-Initiatives.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50036977/Kroger-Launches-Green-Initiatives.aspxPlastic bags, dry-cleaning bags and other plastic shrink wrap can now be recycled in all Kroger locations. After deposited in bins located in the front of the store, bags will be collected and recycled into other products, including plastic landscape bricks, plastic lumber and other plastic bags. Customers can create their designs and vote on their favorite entries at www.kroger.com/green through May 23. http://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50024926/Basics-Adored-Deplored-and-Ubiquitous.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedTue, 15 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.myplasticsindustry.com/NST-5-50024926/Basics-Adored-Deplored-and-Ubiquitous.aspxMy desk and bookshelves are made of particle board, a composite of wood chips and a plastic resin. Plastics are just polymers in which humans, rather than nature, string the beads. Blow it out like a balloon and you’ve got a new bag.