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Self-lubricating plastic slides into the top spot
Germany’s SKZ Plastics Center has bagged an accolade for its plastic material that can reduce friction and wear by up to 85 percent with the addition of lubricant microcapsules. Read more
24 Nov 2023
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SABIC launches new polycarbonate copolymers for photovoltaics
Petrochemical manufacturer, SABIC has launched a polycarbonate-based copolymer resin, well-suited for photovoltaic connector bodies. Read more
15 Nov 2022
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How can we Enable the Shift from Virgin and Fossil Materials?
Sustainable development, carbon footprints, the circular economy, GWP reduction: Jill Bradford, Global Marketing Manager, HEXPOL TPE discusses the support for and acceleration towards transformation. Read more
20 Sep 2022
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Solvay and Inaventa partnership utilises the power of engineering plastics for more efficient solar collector designs
Solvay and Inaventa Solar, an innovator in solar thermal collector technology, joined forces in the development of the new BI70 solar collector. Read more
14 Sep 2022
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SABIC’s LNP THERMOCOMP compounds offer improved signal gain versus ceramics
SABIC has launched two new LNP THERMOCOMP compounds that offer the potential to improve signal gain performance versus ceramics in second-generation automotive global navigation satellite system (GNSS) antennas. Read more
7 Sep 2022
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Could plastics help create an inflatable lunar habitat?
Austrian architect Thomas Herzig had a vision of a self-sustaining habitat able to withstand the harsh environment of space. Having pitched his ideas to the European Space Agency, could that vision soon become a reality? Rob Coker spoke to Herzig. Read more
2 Sep 2022
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AIF
Self-lubricating plastic slides into the top spot
Germany’s SKZ Plastics Center has bagged an accolade for its plastic material that can reduce friction and wear by up to 85 percent with the addition of lubricant microcapsules. Read more
24 Nov 2023
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Are traditional Materials Data Sheets still up to the job?
In-mould process monitoring firm sensXPERT has announced a webinar titled "The Future of Dynamic and Interactive Material Data Sheets for Raw Material Suppliers and Plastics Processors." Read more
20 Nov 2023
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EPS collective urges Plastics Treaty negotiators to make environmental materials comparisons
The Global EPS Sustainability Alliance (GESA) has defended what it calls the ‘essential role’ of expanded polystyrene (EPS), and it urging Global Plastics Treaty negotiators to consider material science, packaging science.. Read more
14 Nov 2023
Microban launches Ascera: a new antimicrobial technology
Microban International has announced its latest technology – Ascera. This patent-pending, next generation antimicrobial technology “uses an active ingredient inspired by nature*, and is designed for use in olefinic polymers and solvent-based. Read more
14 Sep 2023
Trinseo launches transparent thermoplastic elastomer
Trinseo, a materials solutions provider, has announced the launch of a new transparent thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) grade for footwear applications. Read more
13 Sep 2023
Freudenberg Sealing Technologies develops product 'innovation' for automative industry
Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, a provider of sealing solutions, is launching a product ‘innovation’ for the automotive industry: an impermeable rectangular busbar overmould. Read more
12 Sep 2023
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TotalEnergies wood pellet packaging made from 50% recycled materials
The TotalEnergies Premium Wood Pellets are now packed in high- performance polyethylene bags incorporating 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials. Read more
6 Jul 2023
Novvia acquires JF Shelton
Global plastics, rigid container and life sciences packaging distributor, Novvia Group has acquired the packaging distribution division JF Shelton from Ravago Chemicals. Read more
16 Jan 2023
Avient announces material solutions for North American market
Avient Corporation, a provider of sustainable material solutions and services, has announced the availability of a robust material solutions platform for electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) applications for the North American market. Read more
12 Sep 2023
SABIC develops new compounds for automotive industry
SABIC has announced the expansion of its specialty materials portfolio for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), this aims to further strengthen occupant and pedestrian safety. Read more
18 Jul 2023
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Tosaf Color Service launches masterbatch carrier system
A newly developed, universally applicable masterbatch carrier system from Tosaf Color Service now complies with all common food contact requirements, according to the company. These include the recommendations of the German Federal Institute for... Read more
15 May 2023
Ampacet introduces new white masterbatch for medical applications
Ampacet will launch ProVital+ 1101209-EM, part of the medical-grade ProVital + masterbatch range designed for the healthcare market at K this year. Read more
11 Oct 2022
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Mauser Packaging Solutions invests to revolutionise sustainable plastic drum manufacture
Investment in multi-layer plastic drum machine expands capacity for growing demand of Infinity Series products manufactured with recycled resin. Read more
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10 Mar 2023
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Mauser Packaging Solutions invests to revolutionise sustainable plastic drum manufacture
Investment in multi-layer plastic drum machine expands capacity for growing demand of Infinity Series products manufactured with recycled resin. Read more
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In this Webinar You will be able to discover how to achieve energy savings by lowering chiller usage with adiabatic and direct free air coolers during low ambient conditions. Register today. Read more