As The Voice of Plastics Recycling®, APR is always looking to recognize innovations that have a positive impact on the ability of a package or container to be recycled. APR promotes the development of the plastics recycling industry by providing leadership for long-term industry growth and vitality. We recognize that innovation drives the growth of recycling, and is essential to the success of the plastic recycling industry. The Showcase identifies, highlights, and commends the industry’s leading innovations developed by APR member companies that support the growth of plastics recycling.
The 2017 APR Plastics Recycling Innovators were announced Monday, March 6th during the APR Technical Forum at the 2017 Plastics Recycling Conference in New Orleans:
News Links about the 2017's Showcase:
APR honors innovators in plastics recycling
Congratulations to this Year's Innovators!
De-Labeler for PET Bottle Wash Lines from AMUT
Acceptance letter with product description
De-Labeler VideoDe-Labeler Video
CleanFlake™ Adhesive Technology from Avery Dennison
Acceptance letter with product description
Avery Dennison's Member Profile
Youtube of CleanFlake™ Adhesive Technology
Webpage on CleanFlake™ Adhesive Technology
Laminate Postconsumer Resin (PCR) Tube from Berry Plastics
Acceptance letter with product description
Berry Plastics' Member Profile
Berry Plastics' PCR Tube Sell Sheet
RETAIN™ Novel Polymer Modifiers from The Dow Chemical Company
Acceptance letter with product description
The Dow Chemical Company's Member Profile
ECO Continuous Melt Filter for PET Extrusion from Ettlinger
Acceptance letter with product description
ERF Brochure (General Recycling)
The Lush Black Pot: The First FDA PP PCR Resin and Rigid Packaging Application
for Cosmetics Developed by KW Plastics
Acceptance letter with product description