Recycling Content TPE with various adhesion options
Kraiburg TPE presents further more sustainable product solutions: Recycling Content TPE.
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Kraiburg TPE at Fakuma 2023
New compounds for drinking water and hot water applications as well as trendsetting TPE solutions that contain high proportions of bio-based and recycled materials
SABIC and SINOPEC announce commercial operation of PC Plant
SABIC and SINOPEC announced the commercial operation of a new polycarbonate (PC) plant at their 50-50 joint venture (JV) – SINOPEC SABIC Tianjin Petrochemical Co. Ltd. (SSTPC).
Chemical recycling of polycarbonates reaches a major milestone
Covestro has developed an innovative process for recycling polycarbonate, i.e. polychain plastics.
Trinseo starts up polycarbonate dissolution pilot facility in the Netherlands
Dissolution technology allows effective end-of-life plastic recycling and enhances circularity.
eMotion 20kHz welder delivers 87% energy savings over pneumatic systems
Rinco demonstrates energy saving capability of Servo-Driven Ultrasonic Welding Systems in new automotive application
Polykemi Group has now started production in their second factory in China
The new 9,300 m2 manufacturing unit in Chongqing is now complete and has already started producing and supplying plastic compounds based on both virgin and recycled plastic raw materials.
AKXY2 - New concept car at K 2022
The Japanese technology company Asahi Kasei will present its newest concept car AKXY2 for the first time in Europe at the K 2022, from 19-26 October in Düsseldorf, Germany.
New compounding factory in Yangzhou, China
Sinochem International, Elix Polymers' parent company, opens its compounding Factory in Yangzhou, China
Wacker presents self-adhesive liquid silicone rubber for polycarbonate
Wacker will be premiering its novel Elastosil LR 3078 product series at K 2022. These self-adhesive liquid silicone rubber grades cure extremely fast and establish a firm bond with the thermoplastic polycarbonate without the need to pretreat its surface.
Hygienic shields become high-quality recycling resources
Krall provides disposers and collecting points with a comfortable possibility to return used hygienic shields for infection protection, as well as corresponding production residues to a sustainable, environmentally friendly reuse saving both resources and costs
Super recycling in Romania - annual turnover doubled despite pandemic
Countless companies are facing major financial tasks in the wake of the Covid-19 crisis. This also applies to SuperBon, a recycling company in north-western Romania - albeit an optimistic one.
SABIC launches recycled automotive grades under Trucircle portfolio of circular solutions
SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, introduced today the company’s first automotive grades containing mechanically recycled content within the company’s Trucircle portfolio of circular solutions and services.
SABIC first in industry to launch circular polycarbonate produced from post- consumer mixed plastic
SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, today announced the launch of its certified circular polycarbonate (PC) resin and blends made from the upcycling of post-consumer mixed plastic - a first in the industry.
SABIC launches ISCC certified Lexan polycarbonate film & sheet
SABIC has announced that its Functional Forms plant in Bergen op Zoom has been accredited under the International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS scheme for providing a new range of Lexan film and sheet products based on certified renewable feedstock.
Sabic’s new LNP Elcres EXL resin
The implementation of the International Electrotechnical Commission’s new IEC 62368-1 safety standard for consumer electronics is prompting many manufacturers to seek higher-performing flame-retardant (FR) materials.
Polycarbonate solid sheets: Exolon, not Makrolon
Exolon Group begins brand change in the polycarbonate solid sheet sector.
SABIC collaborates with Nudec
SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, today announced its collaboration with Nudec, S. A., an industry leader in the manufacture of clear plastic sheets for numerous industries such as construction, personal and machinery protection.
SABIC and Polyray collaborate to introduce certified renewable polycarbonate
SABIC and Polyray announced their collaboration for the use of SABIC’s Lexan polycarbonate (PC) resin based on certified renewable feedstock in the lenses of several eyewear end applications such as sunglasses, safety glasses and sports goggles.
Covestro receives first supply of certified renewable phenol for polycarbonates from Borealis
Next milestone in the strategic cooperation of Borealis, Covestro and Neste for the use of alternative raw materials.
New metal effect masterbatches for perfect finishes
The new metallic color masterbatches from Tosaf Color Service put an end to the previously typical and undesirable streaks and similar surface defects on plastic parts.
Renewable raw materials for plastics production
Neste and Covestro are starting a strategic cooperation in Europe to promote the use of sustainable raw materials in plastics production.
Polykemi continues to deliver materials in the fight against COVID-19
For some of Polykemi's customers, the prevailing world situation leads to production increases and need for more material than normal. An example of this is the development of longtime customer Liljas Plast AB in Hillerstorp Sweden, which among other things produces parts for respirators and face masks.
Anti-bacterial polycarbonate surfaces
SABIC has launched a non-chlorinated and non-brominated opaque sheet, Lexan Cliniwall AC6200. The sheet aims to provide a hygienic, sanitary solution for interior surfaces to several industries around the world.
Exolon Group to adapt production to meet growing demand for polyester and polycarbonate sheets
The Exolon Group, based in North Rhine-Westphalia and with production sites in Belgium and Italy, is currently optimizing its production of transparent polycarbonate and Vivak® polyester sheets.
Covestro closed sale of European PC sheets business
Covestro has successfully closed the sale of its European polycarbonates sheets business to the Munich-based Serafin Group effective January 2, 2020.
Polish innovation at the Wittmann Battenfeld booth
“Circular Economy” is the motto of the K 2019 and the largest common denominator in the cooperation between Wittmann Battenfeld and Zeroplast. The bio-based natural material is not only recyclable, bio-compatible but is also said to fulfill all the wishes and requirements of industrial customers.
Albis receives distribution rights from Covestro for Southeast Europe
From January 2020, Albis will distribute Covestro's entire polycarbonate and thermoplastic polyurethane product portfolio in Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Kosovo, Albania, Northern Macedonia and Greece. T
Arburg at Chinaplas 2019
Arburg will be presenting the digital future of plastics processing at Chinaplas in Guangzhou, China. Innovative technologies for digitalisation, injection moulding, automation and additive manufacturing will be on display at stand A41 in hall 5.1.
WEEE recycling and its problem: BLACK PLASTIC
Black plastic parts occur increasingly often in daily life and have therefore become a large challenge for recycling and separation technologies.
Sabic introduces new Thermocomp HMD-D compounds
Sabic is introducing its next-generation Thermocomp HMD-D compounds to the Americas and Europe at NPE 2018.
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.
Trending worldwide - water bottles made of PC
Thirsty on the go or at the office? Water dispensers are available today in many places. The containers, which were first developed to provide water for offices in the USA, have long since found a home in supermarkets, retail stores, medical practices and fitness studios all over the world.
HRSflow hot runner system for vehicle windows
For the two-component injection molding of the rear-quarter windows of polycarbonate (PC) for the Buick GL8 and GL8 Avenir MPVs (multi-purpose vehicles), Chinese Tier 1 supplier Shentong uses two hot runner systems from HRSflow.
SABIC introduces new Lexan CXT resins
SABIC has unveiled a new line of injection moldable polycarbonate copolymer resins. LEXAN CXT resins can offer a unique balance of high temperature resistance, high flow and excellent color stability under extreme molding conditions.
SABIC at Germany's VDI Congress
Lightweight PP and plastic-metal hybrid solutions among those SABIC featuring at Germany's VDI Congress.