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Borouge breaks ground for a new Innovation Centre in Abu Dhabi
Borealis’ joint-venture Borouge, a leading provider of innovative, value creating plastics solutions, was breaking ground for its new Innovation Centre in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Borouge inaugurated its first manufacturing plant in China
Borealis’ joint venture Borouge, a leading provider of innovative, valuecreating plastics solutions, inaugurated its first manufacturing plant in China at a ceremony held at the plant in Shanghai on April 20, 2010.
Lightweight, low-profile carbon-reinforced polyamide goggles
Lightweight, low-profile carbon-reinforced polyamide goggles provide enhanced swimming dynamics for competitive athletes.
New plastics grade from SABIC
High-Temp, Ultra-Tough Ultem FR Resin from SABIC Innovative Plastics helps launch new actifry low-fat deep fryer with sizzling speed.
Ticona introduces new UV-Detectable Hostaform MT Grade
Ticona announced the availability of Hostaform MT (medical technology) 8U05, a UV-detectable acetal copolymer (POM) for enhanced quality control in the production of complex medical devices.
Borealis at Interplastica 2010
Innovations to create cutting-edge products and bring highlevel efficiency and environmentally-friendly performance to Russia’s expanding manufacturing sectors will take centre stage at the Borealis stand during Interplastica 2010 in Moscow from January 26-29, 2009.
Dow introduces new generation impact modifier for PLA and PLA blends
The Dow Chemical Company (Dow) launches the next generation Paraloid BPM-515 Acrylic Impact Modifier formulated to impart toughness and maintain clarity to polylactic acid (PLA).
Millad NX8000: new opportunity for highly transparent injection-blow moulded PP containers
Milliken’s new clarifying agent Millad NX8000 opens up a world of opportunity for highly transparent injection-blow moulded PP containers.
Novamont launches 2nd generation Mater Bi
Novamont launches 2nd generation Mater Bi: sharp improvement in environmental performance and increase in the use of renewable materials.
New biodegradable plastic for special packaging
BASF is now offering a new biodegradable plastic. It goes by the name Ecovio FS and it has joined the existing Ecovio product line.
Polyolefins congress highlights key industry issues
Key business and technology issues facing the polyethylene and polypropylene supply chains got a good airing at the PEPP 2009 global congress on polyolefins organized by Maack Business Services in Zurich in October.
Solar collectors being insulated using Basotect from BASF
The international heating systems manufacturer Viessmann, Germany, now uses Basotect plastics to insulate its solar collectors.
New Surlyn 3D Technology for new visual effects in the luxury cosmetic and perfume packaging
The Surlyn 3D technology offers greater design freedom in the production of perfume, personal care and make-up packaging in different shapes and with a range of visual effects – from crystal transparency, coloured translucence to frosted effects.
Metal substitution and recyclate grades in focus
New process and material developments for metal replacement and new materials with a high recycled content are the focal point of Lanxess’s presentation at Fakuma in Friedrichshafen.
Henkel provides clear benefits for composite customers
Henkel provides clear benefits for composite customers with innovative solutions in structural bonding, mould release and high-performance resins. From October 27 to 29, these technologies will be in the focus at the Henkel booth at Composites Europe 2009 fair in Stuttgart. The aim is to demonstrate the advantages of the products and exchange experiences with experts.
New Tefabloc launched by CTS
European leading producer for window seals and global leader for automotive TPE-S sealing systems, CTS is launching the Tefabloc TP, Hybrid SBC-OBC, for refrigerator gaskets.
Evonik launches bio-based polyamide Vestamid Terra
Specialty chemicals supplier Evonik Industries has added a group of bio-based polyamides to its Vestamid family.
SABIC Innovative Plastics’ new bio-based composites
SABIC Innovative Plastics’ new bio-based composites give customers greatly expanded options for more impactful sustainable products.
Borealis at Plastpol 2009
Film innovations packed with converter and product benefits will take centre stage at the stand of Borealis, a leading provider of innovative, value creating plastics solutions, during Plastpol 2009 in Kielce, Poland.
Borealis increases black PE80 and PE100 supply efficiency for European pipe manufacturers
Borealis, a leading provider of innovative, value creating plastics solutions, announces the start-up of additional capacity for black high density polyethylene (HDPE) for drinking water and gas pipes at its Schwechat facility in Austria.
Philips and DSM announce breakthrough sustainable solution for heat management
New DSM Stanyl thermally conductive materials replace aluminum housing in Philips Master LED MR16 retrofit lamp.
PlastIndia 2009 review
PlastIndia 2009, the 7th International Plastics Exhibition & Conference organized by PlastIndia Foundation, the apex body representing India's plastics industry has witnessed a thumping success: un-precedented in the annals of PlastIndia Exhibition & Conference. The World's 2nd largest exhibition and conference brought together the who's who of the plastics industry on one platform resulting into exchange of expertise, technology know how, and innovations.
Electrically conductive BASF plastic Ultraform with nanotubes being used by Bosch
As a first, BASF is launching a plastic containing carbon nanotubes (CNT) onto the market. This material is Ultraform N2320 C, a polyoxymethylene (POM, also: polyacetal) that, thanks to the novel additives, acquires a high level of electric conductivity without much of a decrease in toughness.
Solvay advanced polymers' family of Spire Ultra Polymers penetrates aerospace industry
Spire Ultra Polymers from Solvay Advanced Polymers, LLC, are making strong inroads in demanding aerospace applications such as hardware, fasteners, and mechanical components.
Continental using BASF’s Ultramid plastic in the latest control units for dual-clutch transmission
Dual-clutch transmissions are among the most innovative automatic transmissions. And the same applies to their control units, which have been systematically improved by Continental over the last five years since they were first used at Volkswagen. Now the next generation of this complex family of components is being serially employed by numerous car manufacturers.
Thermoformable polymer blends for rail vehicles
Bayer MaterialScience supplies new sheets made of the flame-retardant Bayblend.
Rhodia and Inoplast have created the first polyamide reinforcement beam
Rhodia and Inoplast break new ground by creating the first polyamide reinforcement beam for truck radiator grilles.
Akulon from DSM Engineering Plastics in automotive feasibility studies
DSM Engineering Plastics has announced that Akulon PA6 resin has been selected by various OEMs and Tiers for various applications and feasibility studies for oil sumps and oil pans use in under-the-hood. Currently various engine and road tests are ongoing. Final design validation of Akulon PA6 in the oil sumps and oil pans is expected for the end of 2009.
Polymer made of DuPont Delrin
Iwis antriebssysteme GmbH & Co.KG will launch its new FLEXON hinged-slat chains and MatTop chains made of DuPont Delrin acetal resin at Motion, Drive & Automation.
New Renewably-Sourced Polymer Debuts in Radiator End Tank Program
The plant-derived DuPont Zytel 610 nylon resin that debuts on DENSO Corp.’s new automotive radiator end tank illustrates the benefits of close collaboration throughout the value chain and marks the first use of DuPont renewably sourced plastic in mechanical components exposed to the hot, chemically aggressive underhood environment.
Soft Touch for Compact Class
Pads made of Sekisui Alveo polyolefin foam provide costefficient comfort in vehicle interiors.
Hyundai and SABIC Innovative Plastics collaboration
3D Backlight of “ix-onic” concept highlights newest Hyundai and SABIC Innovative Plastics collaboration on Polycarbonate Glazing Technology.
Arnitel from DSM Engineering Plastics makes the difference for new Ford model
Ford has selected Arnitel TPC from DSM Engineering Plastics for the production of vacuum brake tubes for its recently launched new Ford Fiesta.
DSM Engineering Plastics introduces innovations in automotive applications
To underline its commitment to the automotive industry, DSM Engineering Plastics is attending key industry events to demonstrate various new solutions for automotive applications.
Borealis launches BorPure family of “good taste” organoleptic PE
Borealis launches BorPure family of “good taste” organoleptic PEs for bottle caps and closures.