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Plastic objects, whether they are recent or firmly-established cult objects, have revolutionised the world of design, changed habits and left their mark on our daily lives for several generations
The Plastic chairs: pioneers of modern design
“The best for the most for the least” is how Charles and Ray Eames described their primary aim as furniture designers. Of all their creations, none came closer to this ideal than the Plastic Chairs....
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Innovative, smart, surprising but often overlooked…plastics have not finished surprising you!
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Planet 3 min
Eco-design: plastics in constant search of virtue
Eco-design, which meets a precise and somewhat complex definition, is a fundamental pillar of any environmentally responsible approach, including the circular economy. From the materials themselves to...
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Planet 4 min
Working together to end waste pollution
Interview with Philippe Montagné, Regional Project Director EMEA (Europe, Africa and Middle East) for the AEPW....
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Expert views 4 min
Austria is betting on reusable and returnable plastic bottles!
We spoke to Sebastian Rosenberger, Project Manager, and Jörg Schwärzler, Senior Technology Manager, at Austrian packaging manufacturer Alpla....
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Expert views 5 min
Polymers: a champion’s secret weapon
An interview with Marie Dorin-Habert and Vincent Defrasne, multi-medallists and former French biathletes...
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Planet 8 min
Reusable plastics: (re)filling the bill
When you think of a circular economy, recycling is the first thing to spring to mind; after all, it’s a vital part of resource-efficient consumption. Despite this, it comes second to prevention and re...
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Expert views 5 min
Organic photovoltaic films: polymers shine (brightly)
Interview with Moïra Asses, strategy and marketing director of ASCA, a company that designs and manufactures organic photovoltaic films....
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Cutting Edge 8 min
Aviation: high-flying polymers
Aircraft manufacturers are increasingly using composite materials and polymers within aircraft structures. These materials undeniably owe their success to being lightweight; however, they also possess...
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Expert views 5 min
“From mattress to clog, in only one step”
We spoke to Philippe Gressier, Sales Director of compounder Benvic, and Léna Defontaine, materials engineer in charge of the design and development of thermoplastic laminated textiles at Decathlon....
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Daily life 7 min
Plastics: Road Safety’s Guardian Angels
To say that plastics used in vehicles are only used to make them lighter underestimates their role … Polymers also contribute to the safety of motorists and other road users....