China's output of secondary non-ferrous metals, those recycled from scrap metals, rose 3.67 percent year on year in 2012 to exceed 10 million tonnes, almost one-third of its output of primary non-ferrous metals, an industry association said ...
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In the past, glass was often perceived to be the weak link in buildings. With the advances in high performance glazing over the last quarter of a century, this is no longer the case. Glass can provide high levels of thermal insulation ...
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Where do you put that empty bottle after you’ve poured the last glass of wine or scraped the final dredges of tomato sauce into the pot? If you’re like most Flagstaff residents, you simply throw the bottle into the trash. ...
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Utility and sustainability intersect at Green Machine Cycles, which opened in late September in Chicago's Ravenswood neighborhood. With a focus on cargo bikes and accessories for everyday use, owner Ezra Hozinsky also aims to reduce the ...
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Sto Corp., the innovative world leader in cladding, air barrier, coating, and restoration systems, has a reputation for also being a leader in health and safety. This year Sto celebrates its sixth year of receiving the prestigious ...
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Chinese steel producer Chongqing Iron and Steel (Group) Co. has stated that, six months after commissioning, its project for the recycling of sinter of small grain size from blast furnaces has proved to be a success. The recycling is ...
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Aluminum rolling and recycling firm Novelis has completed the two-year expansion work worth $400m at its Yeongju and Ulsan aluminum rolling mills in South Korea. With the expansion of aluminum rolling mills, the company has increased its ...
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The National Assn. for PET Container Resources (NAPCOR) and The Assn. of Postconsumer Plastics Recyclers (APR) have announced the release of the "Report on Postconsumer PET Container Recycling Activity in 2012," which cites a 2012 U.S. ...
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Honoring its longstanding tradition of quality, Progresso expands its soup offerings with the introduction of Artisan Soups. The line, featuring a new repertoire of ingredients, comes in five flavorful varieties and demonstrates the ...
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The initiative is run by Perth and Kinross Council and Zero Waste Scotland and is designed to support communities in Perthshire to achieve zero waste to landfill. The first Zero Waste Fortnight, hosted by Aberfeldy in Highland Perthshire, ...
Vibratory bowl feeders are the most reliable and cost-effective solution available on the market for feeding molded plastic parts, electrical components, glass vials, stamped formed or machined parts. It is one of the excessively employed ...
Palmetto Synthetics, a producer of staple fiber, consisting of polyester, nylon and other specialty polymers, announced that it will expand its existing operations in Williamsburg County. The $1.1 million investment is expected to generate ...
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Biodiesel has faced a backlash in recent years, as critics charge the industry with razing land and pushing up food costs. But as its competitors struggle, one Hong Kong-based company is moving ahead with a US$165 million plant that turns ...
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NILIT, a global manufacturer and leader in the production of nylon 6.6, will be showcasing its NILIT Ecocare newly patented recycled nylon fiber at this year’s Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics Show. Intertextile, held annually ...
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Darling International, a US-based provider of rendering and bakery residuals recycling solutions, is set to acquire Vion Ingredients, a division of Vion Food, for approximately EUR1.6bn. Vion Ingredients is engaged in the development and ...
Tags: Vion Ingredients, Food