Milliken to showcase its portfolio of additives for PU at PSE 2019
From vibrant colorants to additives that provide stability and protect against degradation, Milliken offers a variety of solutions to PU processors
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Engel at JEC World 2019
At JEC World 2019, Engel will be presenting a broad range of technologies based on examples from the automotive industry, from the processing of organic sheets and unidirectional tapes to in-situ polymerisation, HP-RTM and flow moulding with SMC.
Biesterfeld acquires distribution rights for Solvay’s sulfone polymers in UK
Biesterfeld is strengthening its partnership with Solvay Specialty Polymers. With effect from April 2019, the distributor will handle sales of the sulfone polymers Udel PSU, Radel PPSU and Veradel PESU in the UK and Ireland.
Durethan is 65 years old
This year marks the 65th birthday of the family of polyamide compounds Durethan manufactured by Lanxess.
Ceresana Analyzes the Global Market for Engineering Plastics
For the third time already, Ceresana analyzed the global market for ABS, PC, PA, PMMA, POM, PBT, SAN, and fluoropolymers: almost 21.5 million tonnes of these plastic types are consumed every year.
Extrusion Days: Theory and Practice of Increasing Efficiency Using Compounding
Over 200 participants from approximately 25 nations came to Stuttgart, Germany on 15 and 16 November 2018, accepting their invitations to the Coperion Extrusion Days.
Asahi Kasei Plastics NA Wins SPE Automotive Innovation Award
The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) has awarded Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc. (APNA) with the SPE Automotive Innovation Award "Most Innovative Use of Plastics" in the category "Chassis/Hardware".
Following a solid third quarter, Lanxess strengthens its position
Sales increased by 4.4 percent to EUR 1.79 billion in the third quarter. EBITDA pre exceptionals 1.5 percent higher at EUR 277 million. Net income from continuing operations increased to EUR 80 million.
Ineos Styrolution will present latest research results on StyLight
Ineos Styrolution announced today that it will exhibit the latest research results on its composite StyLight at the Composites Europe in Stuttgart (November 6 - 8, 2018).
Sabic launches new heavy-duty panels
Sabic announces the launch of Stadeck, its new heavy- duty panel for the building and construction industry.
Top sports performance thanks to composites
They are hidden in canoes, golf and hockey clubs, in racing bikes, yacht hulls and even swimsuits: fibre composites made inroads into the sports industry a long time ago and have virtually revolutionised it in some areas.
BASF to expand production capacity for Irganox 1010
BASF plans to increase the global production capacity for its antioxidant Irganox 1010 by 40% with production expansion projects at its sites in Jurong, Singapore, and Kaisten, Switzerland.
The world’s first POAL recycling facility
In September 2018 the world’s first facility for POAL recycling will be in operation to produce Ecoallene.
BASF increases production capacity of Neopor
BASF is increasing its global production capacity for Neopor (expandable polystyrene containing graphite) by a total of 40,000 metric tons per year.
New stabilizers protect plastics against hydrolysis
The LANXESS Additives business unit is expanding its product range of hydrolysis stabilizers for plastics and polyurethanes with the addition of Stabaxol L.
Safety, precision & smart manufacturing of medical plastics at Chinaplas
The market for medical devices, in particular, implantable, is expanding rapidly as economies develop, populations get older, health awareness enhances and support policies strengthen.
Evonik optimizes PEEK production in China
Evonik has comprehensively optimized the production process of VESTAKEEP® PEEK and further improved the quality of the product at its Changchun, China, site.
Polykemi invests in the future
The multinational Swedish manufacturer of plastics compounds, Polykemi AB, had yet another successful year with increased growth in 2017.
SABIC's Pre-NPE News
Under the banner of “Chemistry that Matters,” SABIC will exhibit at NPE 2018 with the theme: “What Matters to You?” – representing the company’s ongoing commitment to listen closely to its customers, share ideas and expertise, and work together to achieve new levels of performance.
BarrierPack Recyclable drives circular economy
Mondi, international packaging and paper Group, has developed a fully-recyclable plastic laminate for pre-made pouches and FFS roll stock that is perfect for integration into existing recycling schemes.
DSM sharpens focus on Additive Manufacturing
Royal DSM, a global science-based company active in health, nutrition and materials, today announces a new approach for its additive manufacturing (AM) activities.
American electro-mobility contains German know-how
Kiefel's Patent pending vacuum-laminating technology is valued by Tesla
Biesterfeld Plastic to present innovative e-mobility portfolio
Biesterfeld Plastic will be presenting its products and solutions for the fast-growing e-mobility market segment at this year’s Fakuma.
K celebrates its 65th anniversary
On 11. October 1952, 65 years ago to the day, Messe Düsseldorf opened the first K – the trade fair for the plastics and rubber industry.
Double birthday for Bond-Laminates
Bond-Laminates GmbH is celebrating two birthdays at once: the company was founded 20 years ago and acquired by the specialty chemicals group LANXESS five years ago.
COMPOSITES EUROPE 2017 - A smashing international success
40 per cent share of international visitors from 63 countries.
SABIC wins two European Plastics Innovation Awards
SABIC has been named winner in two categories at the 2017 European Plastics Innovation Awards ceremony organized by the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) and PlasticsEurope.
Focus on new forms of mobility
LANXESS at FAKUMA, October 17 – 21, 2017, will present new high-temperature-stabilized polyamides and flame-retardant thermoplastics for electric mobility.
Experience the variety of plastics first-hand
From October 17 to 21, 2017, the Fakuma trade fair in Friedrichshafen will once again be opening its doors. This year visitors can again look forward to seeing innovative plastic solutions from BASF for the construction and furniture industries as well as for the automotive and packaging sectors.
Soaring prospects: The aerospace industry at COMPOSITES EUROPE 2017
From 19 to 21 September 2017, the exhibitors at COMPOSITES EUROPE in Stuttgart will be showcasing deployment possibilities for CFRP and other composite materials in the aerospace industry.
Engineering to the limit
LANXESS now offers two new highly reinforced polyamide 6 compounds.
FDC pipe extrusion line delivers ultimate flexibility in diameters and wall thicknesses
The fully automatic dimension change is a very important consideration for producers of plastic pipes.
Focus on hybrid molding plus IMD technology
Live demonstration at Bond-Laminates stand. Cost-effective mass production of thin-walled, decorated lightweight components made from thermoplastic composites. One-shot process combines three steps.
DuPont Performance Materials launches new product lines at K 2016
DuPont Performance Materials (DPM) announced the launch of a range of exciting new product lines for the automotive, wire & cable, and electric & electronic markets.
TER Plastics Polymer Group at K 2016
At K 2016 TER Plastics Polymer Group will present its newest solutions for plastics industry.
Clariant to focus on Value for People at K 2016
At K 2016 Clariant will focus on the value it brings to people across the plastics industry's entire value chain.