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ExxonMobil, one of the largest publicly traded international energy companies, uses technology and innovation to help meet the world’s growing energy needs. The company recently launched its new ExxonMobil Signature Polymers portfolio brand<\/a>, which focuses on delivering best-in-class service and partnerships within the polymers industry. ExxonMobil Signature Polymers unifies ExxonMobil’s polyolefin products under a single brand, simplifying portfolio navigation and promoting enhanced collaboration across the value chain.<\/p>\n To address the problem of household-sourced PCR being too contaminated and inconsistent for high-performance stretch hood applications, ExxonMobil Signature Polymers collaborated with Reifenh\u00e4user to develop a high-performance stretch hood film that incorporates up to 35% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content.<\/p>\n The innovation combines advanced materials and process technology to transform lower-quality PCR into a high-performance packaging film. Key materials include:<\/p>\n The PCR resin, Systalen LD-C12200, was provided by Der Gr\u00fcne Punkt from post-consumer packaging waste collected through Germany\u2019s \u201cyellow bag\u201d recycling system. Reifenh\u00e4user\u2019s twin-screw extruder technology ensures thorough mixing and homogenization of PCR blended into virgin resin(s). Additionally, the EVO Fusion line is equipped with an in-line degassing system that effectively removes volatiles (which tend to be particularly prevalent in household-sourced PCR), ensuring a bubble-free film that is capable of withstanding the high mechanical stresses of industrial packaging<\/a>.<\/p>\n This stretch hood film innovation has been named a finalist in the \u201cProduct Technology Innovation of the Year\u201d category at the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026, which recognizes solutions that improve recyclability or enable the incorporation of recycled materials into manufacturing processes.<\/p>\n To check out the full case study, visit here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n
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