Heriot-Watt University creates lateral flow tests using waste plastics

ACADEMICS at Heriot-Watt University have used discarded chewing gum and other waste plastics to produce prototype lateral flow tests. The aim is to cut medical...

An iconic sustainability approach in Kirkcaldy

KIRKCALDY-based Kwikpac Ltd says it is ‘leading the way’ in reducing waste in the packaging industry by supplying a large range of widely recyclable...

RPC sponsors schools initiative

PLASTIC packaging supplier RPC Group is taking part in a national programme to alert secondary school students to the problems of food waste and encourage...

Recycling innovation to take centre stage at PRSE 2019

ORGANISERS of Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2019 have revealed more than 120 companies will showcase recycling innovation at the Amsterdam event. New ways to recycle...
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Edinburgh University transforms plastic into vanilla flavouring

PLASTIC waste can be transformed into vanilla flavouring through the use of bacteria, researchers have discovered. The discovery comes following a study by the University...

Sun Chemical secures RecyClass approval for solvent-free lamination adhesives

FOUR of Sun Chemical’s SunLam solvent-free adhesives have been approved by RecyClass for European flexible polyethylene (PE) recycling streams. RecyClass is a cross-industry initiative focused...

INEOS launches ‘world first’ recycled plastic innovation

INEOS has announced a 'world first' after producing an 'ultra-thin' rigid film used for recyclable flexible packaging products made from more than 50% recycled...

Ayr firm launches new rigid plastic packaging container

AYR-based Emmer Ltd has launched a new 17.5-litre rigid plastic packaging container. The company has been designing and manufacturing bespoke containers since 2009. The latest...

New recycling scheme for food storage containers and reusable plastic water bottles launched

A free recycling programme for any brand of food storage containers and reusable plastic water bottles has been launched. Designed to allow households to recycle...

Faerch Plast outlines commitment to Plastics Pact

FAERCH Plast has announced it has signed up to the UK Plastics Pact. The firm said it will invest in further innovation, research and new...