Better quality better monitored: inline viscometer Visco-P from Promix Solutions
The increased use of recyclates and raw materials from different sources makes it much more challenging to keep extrusion processes under control.
Polymers
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Demand for polyethylene and polypropylene below average
Market participants anticipate another price increase in the second half of the month. Such assumptions are based on the progressive reduction in the availability of polyethylene, both European and imported.
Delta Tecnic ensures dissipative and semiconductive properties in PVC
Delta Tecnic's technical expertise and ability to effectively disperse additives within the polymeric matrix are fundamental aspects of its success in this field.
Move to packaging solutions with better end-of-life outcomes in FMCG is too slow
A new study by Aquapak, "Flexible FMCG packaging: accelerating the transition from plastic to paper," reveals that a majority (92%) plan to completely stop using plastic in their consumer packaging.
Materials, processes, energy: the focus is on efficiency at Fakuma 2024
The industry will meet in Friedrichshafen for the 29th Fakuma international trade fair for plastics processing from the 15th through the 19th of October, 2024.
Five figure attendance at Plastics Recycling Show Europe
First time five figure attendance at Plastics Recycling Show Europe. Visitors increase by 32% since last year
Vinnolit win the Polymer Producer Awards 2023
On the 15th of February 2024, Polymers for Europe Alliance launched the annual votes for the polymers producers assessment.
Borealis introduces glass-fiber reinforced PP with 65% PCR for demanding automotive applications
Borealis is pleased to introduce Borcycle GD3600SY, a glass-fiber reinforced polypropylene (PP) compound with 65% post-consumer recycled (PCR) polymer content.
Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2024 Winners Announced in Amsterdam
The winners of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2024 were announced today at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe in Amsterdam.
Gabriel-Chemie introduces Maxiloop Compatibilizer series for recycling applications.
Gabriel-Chemie, as a leading manufacturer of masterbatch, is once again defining the standards in the plastics industry.
Ineos Styrolution receives Best European Polystyrene Producer Award
Ineos Styrolution received the award for best European polystyrene producer 2023 in an awards ceremony at the BluePoint Convention Centre in Brussels, Belgium on June 11, 2024.
Huntsman inaugurates new innovation center in Tienen, Belgium
Huntsman Corporation officially opened a new innovation center in Tienen, Belgium strengthening its research and development capabilities and reinforcing its commitment to its customers in the region.