Don Loepp is the Editorial Director for the Crain Polymer Group, which includes Plastics News. With a focus on the plastics industry, Don covers a wide range of topics including market trends, sustainability, technology advancements, and industry events. His expertise and passion for the subject matter make him a trusted source for news and insights in the plastics industry.
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The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating allegations of price fixing in the PVC pipe market.
By: Don Loepp
Recycled PET prices are rising as demand for bottled water grows due to recent hurricanes and companies that are working to meet 2025 sustainability commitments, according staff reporter Bridget Janis.
Charles E. Sholtis, the founder and former chairman of Plastic Molding Technology Inc., died on Nov. 7 at the age of 89.
By: Don Loepp
The story about alleged price fixing by PVC pipe and conduit manufacturers continues to grow, with the latest angle being another proposed class action lawsuit , this time filed by the Erie County Water Authority in Buffalo, N.Y.
Materials firm Trinseo is selling its polycarbonate resin production assets to a company that is moving the equipment to India.
Revere Plastics Systems LLC, a major injection molder based in Novi., Mich., is closing its plant in Auburn, Ala.
By: Don Loepp
In October, North American polypropylene resin prices experienced a significant drop of 6 cents per pound. Prices had been down 4 cents in September.
Two of the world's largest plastics companies are combining as Amcor plc announces an $8.43 billion deal to buy Berry Global Group Inc.
By: Don Loepp, Frank Esposito
Prices for all commodity resins fell in October, with the latest news being a 3 cent drop in North American polyethylene prices.
Some packaging industry analysts are skeptical that combining two of the world's largest plastics companies will generate any growth.
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