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Huntsman develops bio-based polyurethane for KEEN's plant-based soles
Footwear experts at Huntsman have helped KEEN, Inc. (KEEN) develop a breakthrough production innovation – a range of sneakers with plant-based soles.
SPE Grand Award honours innovative application on the vehicle exterior
The BMW Group has launched a new ENGEL production unit at its Landshut production plant. The kidney-shaped badge for the electric BMW iX is produced in a cleanroom atmosphere.
Huntsman and Shincell create fully recyclable TPU foam for footwear
Huntsman has developed a new thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), which is fully recyclable, UV protected and can be extruded into a film and then easily expanded into foamed sheets.
SABIC launches Noryl polyol for cast polyurethanes
SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, today introduced Noryl AP2001G polyol for cast polyurethane (PU) applications.
Utech Europe International Polyurethanes Event rescheduled to 16-18 November 2021
Utech Europe, the world-leading polyurethanes exhibition and conference taking place at the MECC in Maastricht, the Netherlands has been rescheduled to 16-18 November 2021
BASF working toward circularity in recycling of mattresses
BASF has developed a chemical recycling process for used mattresses and is starting pilot tests at the Schwarzheide site in Brandenburg, Germany.
BASF and Mizuno upscale performance training shoes
In line with its strategy to fuel the future of footwear with winning material solutions, BASF introduces Elastopan polyurethane for the midsole of Mizuno’s new training footwear – TC-01 and TC-02.
Lanxess is broadening its use of AI in product development
Lanxess has launched a project aimed at expanding its range of prepolymers. The goal is to offer customers tailor-made PUR systems with even shorter lead times, including for entirely new applications with different requirements.
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
RimStar - PUR metering systems for integrated production processes
EcoStar and RimStar signify product quality and reliability for PUR experts. With the EcoStar Compact, RimStar Smart, RimStar and RimStar Plus, KraussMaffei is offering a completely relaunched product range and option packages with many new features on K trade fair.
BASF at Foam Expo Europe for the first time
For the first time BASF is presenting a broad foam portfolio at the Foam Expo Europe, which takes place from 10 to 12 September in Stuttgart, Germany.
Biesterfeld grows its polyurethane team
At the beginning of the year, another two colleagues joined the ranks of the polyurethane team at Biesterfeld Spezialchemie, to help them handle the continued growth in the polyurethane market and ever more complex customer demands.
Durable star wheels for waste sorting
Lanxess’s Urethane Systems business unit has developed an alternative to synthetic rubber for producing star wheels for material separation plants and material transport.
BASF’s ultra-light polyurethane utility pole
Boldur utility poles can now help disaster-prone countries to strengthen their power grid and recover rapidly after disasters.
KraussMaffei brings together all-round expertise for foamed components
KraussMaffei is highlighting its extensive expertise in delivering complete, highly automated production systems for preparing, producing and post-processing of foamed multi-component PUR components.
BASF light stabilizers protect oil spill barriers from degradation by sunlight
Additives package provides long-lasting protection to oil spill barriers against harsh weather conditions.
PSE Europe 2019 opens its doors for three days from tomorrow
Latest PU technology trends and applications in industrial manufacturing - PSE Europe 2019 shows potential of polyurethane for various industries .
Milliken to showcase its portfolio of additives for PU at PSE 2019
From vibrant colorants to additives that provide stability and protect against degradation, Milliken offers a variety of solutions to PU processors
PSE Europe 2019 - an impressive array of exhibitors and eventful programme
With PSE Europe, the PU industry has gained an international platform to explore the latest PU technology trends and applications in industrial manufacturing.
Polyurethane materials - the future of plastics?
Polyurethanes (abbreviated as PU or PUR) are one of the most commonly used polymeric materials in the world.
BASF will have to stop TDI production in Ludwigshafen
The water level of river Rhine is currently on an all-time low, impacting transport by ship.
Huntsman Polyurethanes presented new Daltoped AquaPUR technology
Huntsman Polyurethanes today announced the launch of Daltoped AquaPUR technology - an innovative, fully water-blown polyether soling solution providing excellent flow and surface definition for better looking, better feeling shoe soles.
PSE Europe 2019 focusses on polyurethane
At PSE Europe 2019, the 2nd International Exhibition for Polyurethane Solutions, held 26–28 March 2019 at the MOC in Munich, Germany, everything revolves around innovative PU applications.
Lanxess strengthens research and development for aqueous polyurethane dispersions
Specialty chemicals company Lanxess will open a new applications development and technical services (AD & TS) laboratory for polyurethane dispersions (PUDs) in Latina, Italy.
New stabilizers protect plastics against hydrolysis
The LANXESS Additives business unit is expanding its product range of hydrolysis stabilizers for plastics and polyurethanes with the addition of Stabaxol L.
Bundled competence for the PU industry
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS will be showcasing its premium products for the polyurethane industry at UTECH Europe 2018 from May 29 to 31.
Biesterfeld and Evonik: Strategic partnership in the polyurethane segment
Biesterfeld Spezialchemie and Evonik Nutrition & Care have concluded a strategic partnership for the distribution of polyurethane additives throughout Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Eastern Europe and Russia.
SLENTITE wins 2018 German Design Award
SLENTITE, the high-performance insulation material from BASF based on PU aerogel, has received the 2018 German Design Award from the Design Council.
Polyurethane incorporated into the Olympic Village
Silicone construction, polyurethane and coating technologies from Dow, the Official Chemistry Company of the Olympic Games, are incorporated into the Olympic Village and Modular Houses.
LANXESS Urethane Systems - polymer research at the highest level
LANXESS Urethane Systems will enhance research on next generation materials.
Experience the variety of plastics first-hand
From October 17 to 21, 2017, the Fakuma trade fair in Friedrichshafen will once again be opening its doors. This year visitors can again look forward to seeing innovative plastic solutions from BASF for the construction and furniture industries as well as for the automotive and packaging sectors.
Tailored PU solutions: KraussMaffei to attend the premiere of the PSE Europe
From June 27 to 29 in the MOC Munich, the PSE Europe, the Polyurethane Solutions Expo, will be taking place for the first time.
Huntsman TPU protects auto parts in transit
Major Polymers helps PolyFlex Products pick abrasion resistant TPU for specialist dunnage.
Innovative polyurethane rigid foams for the commercial refrigeration industry
BASF presents its broad portfolio of insulation solutions for the commercial refrigeration industry at the Euroshop 2017 in Dusseldorf.
Milliken, Torres Espic & Fecken-Kirfel at K 2016
Milliken, Torres Espic & Fecken-Kirfel set to make a colorful impression on PU foam segments at K 2016.