Lanxess at Fakuma 2014
The company is presenting a broad spectrum of innovations for the fields of automotive engineering, household appliances, IT and sport.
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First carton made entirely from renewable materials
Tetra Pak launches industry's first package made entirely from plant based, renewable packaging materials.
New generation of die-cut lidding for dairy
Amcor Flexibles team has created Amcor Impact, a brand new design experience guaranteed to stand-out from the crowd.
Tetra Pak launches Tetra Alsafe for ESL
Tetra Pak as a first company will complete the ESL production line with constant temperature control.
BASF's new flat laminating line for PU insulating panels
At its Lemförde site BASF has commissioned a new pilot line for the development and discontinuous production of PU insulating panels.
BASF takes part in graphene research
Collaboration with Graphene Research Centre at the National University of Singapore aims to develop next generation organic electronic devices.
First European application of Lanxess' Lewabrane membrane
Lanxess' fouling-resistant membrane technology is being used on a large scale at the Dammweg thermal power station in Chemnitz, Germany.
Evonik launched innovation campaign
The company's innovations include e.g. high performance polymers from renewable resources.
BASF invites to rethink materials at K show
One of the BASF's exhibits at K 2013 is concept bicycle made from more than 20 different plastics.
New high-performance insulating material
BASF unveiled Slentite, the high-performance insulation panel for customised climate management.
Arburg to show trend-setting innovation at K 2013
At K 2013 Arburg will present more than ten exhibits with the central focus on production efficiency.
Chemtura at K 2013
The company will present investemnts in new products, new capacity and supply chain optimisation.
New antistatic additive from BASF
Antistatic TPU Elastostat will be used in packaging, automotive and electronic industry.
New generation of PVC plasticizers
Evonik started production of phthalate-free and bio-based plasticizers at a new production plant at Marl Chemical Plant.
KraussMaffei Berstorff at K 2013
At K 2013 in Düsseldorf the company will demonstrate its solutions for sustainable production.
Netstal to present new PET lines at drinktec 2013
Injection moulding machines' manufacturer will present in Munich the new PET-LINE 2400.
Borealis upgrades its solutions for water pipes
The company upgrades performance in PEX-a compound and PP-RCT for Hot & Cold Water Pipe applications.
New packagings will protect flowers
Scientists will design the ecological packaging for flowers in the framework of SmartFlowerPack project.
Protection on the road – Enhanced child safety seats
The E-por (expandable interpolymer) particle foam is now providing greater safety in the new TRIFIX child safety seat from Britax Römer. Used in the head and neck region, this new material from BASF has tough-elastic and crack-resistant properties that enable it to meet the highest demands placed on materials in child safety seats.
SABIC VALOX Resin Helps Crown General Motors Winner of SPE Automotive Innovation Award in Performance & Customization Category
SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business is applauding General Motors for being named the winner in the Performance & Customization category of the Society of Plastics Engineers’ 42nd-annual Automotive Innovation Awards Competition.
DSM brings new materials and innovation solutions to Electronica 2012
DSM will be at Electronica 2012 next week with important exhibits and presentations. Electronica, the world's leading trade fair for electronic components, systems and applications taking place in Munich from November 13-16, provides DSM with a great opportunity to show its latest products, and discuss new trends and innovative solutions.
Borealis next generation Borpact SH950MO grade innovation takes on frozen food packaging sector
Borealis, a leading provider of chemical and innovative plastics solutions, is offering a step-up in performance and processing sustainability to the frozen food packaging sector with the launch of next generation transparent polypropylene (PP) grade Borpact SH950MO.
BASF Innovation Campus Asia Pacific and Greater China headquarters inaugurated
BASF, the world’s leading chemical company, today inaugurated its first BASF Innovation Campus Asia Pacific and its new Greater China headquarters.
Potential of third generation biorefineries
Novamont CEO underlines the potential of third generation biorefineries added value products.
Ford Battery Pack and Citroën Rear Quarter Window with SABIC Materials
SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business today commended Ford Motor Company and PSA Peugeot Citroën Group for innovative use of the supplier’s thermoplastic materials in two separate applications, which were recently named finalists in the Automotive Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers’ (SPE's) 42nd-annual Automotive Innovation Awards Competition.
Packaging solutions for the fast-growing Asian pharma industry
Gerresheimer presents new solutions for the fast-growing pharmaceutical industry in Asia. The comprehensive range of products extends from simple pharmaceutical vials to complex drug delivery systems.
Basotect insulates Russian passenger helicopter
Hearing protection is no longer needed thanks to Basotect, the open-celled melamine foam from BASF: Passengers can leave hearing protection behind when boarding a luxurious version of the Russian Mi 8 helicopter. The helicopter, which is over 25 meters long and is used for passenger transport, has been equipped with an improved sound insulation system and is currently ready for flight.
Polyshot Offers Vacuum Brazing Services for Production of Conformal Cooling Systems
Polyshot Corp. has introduced its vacuum brazing technology to moldmakers for fusing of multi-component mold cores and cavity assemblies for cost-reducing conformal cooling systems. As a leading manufacturer of hot-runner systems, Polyshot has successfully translated its fusion technology for hot runners to injection molders who seek the advantages of conformal cooling.
Product innovation Corema
Erema's new system brings together for the first time all the benefits of recycling and compounding in a single processing step.
Pipes with multifunctional layers
KraussMaffei Berstorff is the best equipped for the big trends in pipe extrusion for even more flexibility and maximized complexity. The company offers multifaceted systems for manufacturing multi-layered pipes with multifunctional layers.
New techniques stretch carbon nanotubes, make stronger composites
Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed new techniques for stretching carbon nanotubes (CNT) and using them to create carbon composites that can be used as stronger, lighter materials in everything from airplanes to bicycles.
SABIC Helps GRAMMER Lead Rail Industry with New Railway Seating Solution
SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business is showcasing GRAMMER Railway Interior GmbH’s tough, new seat back shells and side panels for first-class railcars that comply with Europe’s upcoming CEN/TS 45545 harmonized standard for fire safety.
Sabic’s First Thermoplastic for Rail Seat Backs and Covers that Meet Highest Hazard Level of New Fire Safety Standard
SABIC’s Innovative Plastics announced new LEXAN FST3403 (flame-smoke-toxicity) polycarbonate (PC) copolymer, the first thermoplastic solution for rail seating applications to meet the strictest fire safety requirements under the CEN/TS 45545 standard.
DSM's Akulon Fuel Lock enables ICO Polymers' new solution for rotomoulding monolayer tanks
Akulon Fuel Lock, an innovative-polyamide 6 technology developed by DSM, forms the basis of a new solution for rotomoulding monolayer tanks, developed by ICO Polymers, a subsidiary of A. Schulman, Inc. and a leading producer of rotational molding polymers.
EREMA and its brand new product
EREMA's new system brings together for the first time all the benefits of recycling and compounding in a single processing step.
Amcor Flexibles and ICONIQ Drinks are creating with a new trend in the flexible packaging
“Rip, Sip & Enjoy” is the experience Amcor Flexibles and ICONIQ Drinks are creating with a new trend in the flexible packaging of still water and offering a unique and refreshing drinking experience for UK runners.