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What are some recent innovations in plastics manufacturing?
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Innovations in plastic manufacturing
Some of the most recent and exciting innovations in plastic manufacturing include:
Recycling technology
This new technology separates plastic compounds into the original elements. Created by IBM, the VolCat converts used plastic bottles into clean bottles. This innovative process takes plastic bottles and other waste from the oceans and breaks it down via selective digestion of PET plastic.
New polymer technology
Potential new pallets that convert plastic into much better forklift pallets
Recycled clothing
Plastic cluttering the ocean has been converted into shoes in a variety of different styles. Recycling plastics into clothing make a difference in reducing overall footprint.
Oil
Systems are popping up that can turn plastic waste into oil. These systems break the compounds down into their base elements. While it's slow and only in the beginning stages of experimenting, this is a very exciting possibility.
Bacteria breakdown
Bacteria may be able to break down plastic waste by eating it. Scientists are currently working with these bacteria to see if they can scale these microorganisms into a sustainable process.
What makes these companies and organizations different?
Companies and organizations that look to the future have always been different. These are the people that make the march of progress so strong. In the case of plastics and plastic use, it’s a powerful compound that has a lot of potential.
Why does this matter?
Sadly, this use and the production of plastic have only been increasing over the years and it’s not sustainable. Soon the situation will be critical. Add to that the disinterest many companies have in improving the situation and these people, organizations, programs, and companies stand out.
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How can you move into the future?
One of the easiest ways to move into the future is by maintaining what you have. It’s really as simple as that. This frees you up to think and dream about ways to make your company better.
Why does this matter? The companies that can innovate have time to do so. An easy way to free your company up to experiment and dream is by automating parts of your daily, weekly, and other time-based tasks. That’s what industrial-based maintenance is all about.
Finally, if you want to truly invest in automation, time-saving, and the future, consider a CMMS system to keep track of everything in your company.