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13 Finding alternative bioplastic sources Brewing waste, biogenic carbon dioxide and hemp are all new potential feedstocks for bioplastics, while new enzymatic processes could speed up biodegradation rates


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19 Pouches embrace mono-materials Developments in pouches include a pan-European project to develop a high-barrier product, downgauged and mono-material


films, and increasing use of recyclate COVER IMAGE: LUHUR SETIYA / SHUTTERSTOCK


27 Raising quality with post-processing New developments in downstream equipment include a quick- change MDO system, a spreader roll to eliminate wrinkles and a corona surface treatment model for blown film


33 Technology: Materials 36 Extruder of the month: Plastotecnica 38 Dates for your diary


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