September 2023

Researchers claim to revolutionise plastic recycling using salt

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Researchers at the School of Packaging at Michigan State University have made a significant breakthrough in the field of chemical plastic recycling using ordinary table salt (NaCl). They employed a polyolefin blend of various types of plastic and metalised films as test subjects and used pyrolysis—a method involving high heat and an absence of oxygen—for the recycling process. The study demonstrated that table salt could effectively and efficiently facilitate the pyrolysis of these materials, converting 100% of the polyolefin blend into oil (86%) and gas (14%) without any undesirable byproducts. Notably, table salt outperformed more expensive catalysts. The researchers are now eager to collaborate with industry partners to commercialise this approach.

This is one of 7,575 initiatives posted to ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone platform.


October 2020

Out now – Refillable and Reusable Packaging Compendium

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Now Available

The development of sustainable packaging continues to be a strategic priority and there is one particular sustainable trend that is growing fast. Refillable and reusable packaging is advancing rapidly with ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone database reporting a 68% year-on-year increase in initiatives.

Now is your chance to get a comprehensive lowdown on what is happening in refillable and reusable packaging and how you can utilise this embryonic market opportunity for your business.

Find out more and order here.

 


September 2020

ThePackHub in the news: Packaging Innovation show trend report – five new innovations

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Welcome to the latest packaging innovation trends update brought to you in conjunction with UK packaging innovation consultancy ThePackHub.

We have selected five reusable and refillable packaging innovations that represent the many sustainable initiatives introduced in the global packaging industry over the last month.

Checkout the blog here: https://www.packaging-london.com/2020/09/03/the-packhub-trend-report-04-09-2020/



August 2020

Early Bird Launch Offer for Refillable and Reusable Packaging Compendium

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Now is your chance to get a comprehensive lowdown on what is happening in refillable and reusable packaging and how you can utilise this embryonic market opportunity for your business.
ThePackHub’s Refillable and Reusable Packaging Compendium 2020/21 is packed with vital trend information, analysis and insight from a global perspective.

Everything you need to know about the fast growing refillable and reusable packaging market and more!

Find out which brands, retailers and suppliers are bringing refillable and reusable innovations to market and what you need to do to succeed.

The in-depth review includes a unique and comprehensive summary of more than 140 of the latest refillable and reusable packaging innovations covering initiatives across consumer categories from around the world.

 Save £100 and secure your Very Early Bird price now. 

 



December 2017

More Plastic Than Fish – New Facebook Group Launched

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The New Plastics Economy report published in 2016, The Ellen MacArthur Foundation and the World Economic Forum warned that there will be more waste plastic in the sea than fish by 2050, unless the industry cleans up its act. Packaging plays a major role.

 

This discussion group has been created to debate all things related to packaging sustainability across all materials.

Please share your pictures of good and bad practice. Let’s hear your thoughts on the circular economy, recycling. compostable packaging. bio-material development, government and local authority policy making and discussions on what needs to change to make a difference. Join the conversation now. 


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