New aplication for SABIC's Ultem
SABIC Innovative Plastics today announced that its versatile, high-performance Ultem polyetherimide (PEI) fiber has found an important new application in high-end work wear and protective clothing.
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European PVC industry launches VinylPlus
The European PVC industry has announced an ambitious new set of targets for sustainable development.
Plastics in medical & health
Modern healthcare would be impossible without many plastics medical products that we take for granted: disposable syringes, intravenous blood bags and heart valves, etc.
New LyondellBasell's plastics grades
LyondellBasell has launched two new low density polyethylene (LDPE) resins that offer enhanced performance for a wide range of film applications.
Polymers in the photovoltaics industry
The solar power industry is continuing to grow exponentially worldwide and a total 16,000 MW of PV systems were installed globally in 2010, up from 7,200 MW in 2009. This expansion is expected to continue into 2011 according to Kerry Setterthwaite, Senior Consultant at Applied Market Information (AMI).
New Hyperform HPR reinforcing fibre from Milliken
A new Hyperform HPR high performance reinforcing agent from Milliken & Company yields finished parts with higher stiffness and impact resistance but lower weight than talc-filled parts. It also has improved feeding and handling characteristics for compounders and yields whiter compounds – so users can cut back on colour masterbatch.
Extremely durable in natural global climates
Non-reinforced, flame-retardant and non-hydrolysis-stabilized polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) has long-term resistance to natural climates worldwide. This was the result of a study conducted jointly by Weidmüller and LANXESS on specimens and components made of the PBT Pocan KU 2-7503/1.
FIP Solution Plastique 2011 confirms its benchmark position in the plastic industry
With its 600 exhibitors representing the entire industry, the 2nd edition of FIP solution plastique in Lyon has confirmed its benchmark position in the French plastic industry.
DSM blow molding grade approved for FIAT car platforms
Arnitel PB500-H has been approved for dirty and clean air ducts, assembled on the 1.3 JTD engines for the FIAT Group Automobiles platforms FIAT Minicargo and Lancia Y (euro V) and for the new Lancia Y which will be launched in the coming months.
Great outlook for plastic packaging
A current Pira study predicts outstanding growth forecasts for above all rigid plastic packaging in the European foodstuff and beverage market. PET bottles are supposed to continue to play the largest and most important role as a driver of growth.
RF welding creates new alternative for medical fluid bags made with elastomers
Teknor Apex and Genesis Plastics Welding cooperate in applying ecoGenesis technology to the fabrication of fluid delivery, storage, and drainage bags from TPE film.
PCR helps customers achieve sustainability goals
At Chinaplas 2011, the Innovative Plastics strategic business unit of SABIC today announced a new milestone in its expanding sustainability efforts to provide customers with a diverse portfolio of high-performance, environmentally responsible materials.