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SCIENCE: A simple switch of tape could keep batteries from self-discharging

Posted on: When a device such as a smartphone or laptop is left with its lithium-ion battery fully charged, that battery will gradually self-discharge even if the device isn't used

PSTC Extends its Call for Abstracts Deadline for Tape Week 2024

Posted on: The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) has extended its deadline for accepting abstracts to present at Tape Week 2024, April 29 – May 2, Orlando Florida.

Increased yield: composite coatings for greenhouse films

Posted on: Researchers have studied waterborne polyurethane composite coatings as UV-light converter and directional infrared light barrier for light and heat management in greenhouses.

Bioplastics association disagrees with compostable plastics study

Posted on: European Bioplastics has taken issue with a recent scientific paper - which claims that "compostable plastics and recycled plastics are more toxic than conventional plastic".

Production boost: extruder developments

Posted on: Extrusion machinery developments refinements to polyolefin film production, recent contracts in layflat film, and installing nine-layer lines at a European flexpack supplier

29 September 2023 is International Adhesive & Sealant Day

Posted on: #ThinkSustainabilityThinkAdhesives #ThinkSustainabilityThinkSealants

tesa completes expansion of Michigan manufacturing facility

Posted on: The Sparta facility, established in 1982, was tesa's first manufacturing site outside of Europe, and is now a significant part of its sustainability agenda.

“Bonding with ASI” podcast: Evert Smit discusses sustainability in the European tape industry

Posted on: Evert Smit, current president of AFERA, the European Tape Association and director of tech and innovation scouting at Lohmann Technologies, discusses sustainability in the tape industry and how AFERA is helping tape manufacturers navigate the challenges of the future.

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