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Plastics Division For example, plastics make possible bicycle helmets and child safety seats. They�re in the airbags that protect us and the cell phones that connect us. And plastics help keep the foods we eat and serve our families safer and fresher than ever before. Because these materials often allow us to do more with less, plastics can contribute to a more efficient use of resources. These are just some of the ways plastics are helping to create a better planet and a safer world. Find out more about ACC�s Plastics Division: Spray Polyurethane Foam �Facts about Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) and important safety guidelines that should be followed during application. Plastic Foodservice Facts �A rich source for all sorts of info on the plastic foodservice packaging that we use every day. Facts About BPA �Learn about BPA facts, statistics, and myths regarding this chemical and its many applications. Plastics Make it Possible SM �Explore the many ways plastics inspire innovations that improve our lives, solve big problems and help us design a safer, more promising future. Plastic Bag Facts �Sure plastic bags are convenient. Did you know they're an environmentally responsible choice, too? Business Groups: Progressive Bag Affiliates The Progressive Bag Affiliates (PBA) creates positive change in our communities by promoting the increased recycling of plastic bags as well as their proper use, reuse and disposal. We recognize that more can be done to address environmental concerns. We work to create solutions to reduce the number of plastic bags that end up in our landfills and, sometimes, as litter. Together with policy makers, businesses and community members, PBA is dedicated to implementing new ideas and improving existing programs that make a difference. Center for the Polyurethanes Industry The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) promotes the sustainable growth of the polyurethane industry, in accordance with the principles of Responsible Care� , by identifying and managing issues that could impact the industry, in cooperation with user groups. Its members are U.S. producers or distributors of chemicals and equipment used to make polyurethane or are manufacturers of polyurethane products. Plastics Foodservice Packaging Group The Plastics Foodservice Packaging Group (PFPG) has been creating and implementing programs designed to educate the public about the importance and benefits of polystyrene and plastics food packaging. A business group of American Chemistry Council, PFPG members are major resin suppliers as well as manufacturers of polystyrene and plastics foodservice products. EPS Resin Suppliers Group The EPS (Expandable Polystyrene) Resin Suppliers Group (ERSG) represents suppliers of expandable polystyrene resin used primarily in packaging, insulation, and building and construction applications. Co-located and co-managed with the Plastics Foodservice Packaging Group (PFPG), the ERSG was created to promote and defend the marketability of expandable polystyrene (EPS) resins. ERSG works to protect EPS resin supplier markets by serving as a forum to address issues of importance to the industry; by identifying new EPS market opportunities; and serving as a catalyst to promote new EPS resin applications. Polycarbonate/BPA Global Group The Polycarbonate/BPA Global Group promotes the business interests and general welfare of the polycarbonate and bisphenol A (BPA) industry through relevant technical, communications, and public policy activities. The membership consists of most of the major manufacturers of polycarbonate plastic and BPA worldwide. Rigid Plastic Packaging Group The Rigid Plastic Packaging Group promotes and protect the interests of the rigid plastic packaging industry in matters of industry wide significance. Focused on thermoforming and injection molding plastic package processors, RPPG�s membership also includes resin and non-resin suppliers, as well as machinery/mold suppliers. Latest Resources Quick Links Stay Informed Want more information? Stay informed about plastics by subscribing to our updates. Ask A Question Have a question about plastics? Let us know.
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