ENGEL supports upcycling research at TH Rosenheim
The ENGEL Group, Europe's leading provider of injection moulding technologies, has provided the Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences with a state-of-the-art injection moulding cell.
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New possibilities for challenging E&E parts with specialty plastic Ultrason D
For challenging E&E components with special requirements, BASF has now developed the high-flow Ultrason D 1010 G6 U40.
BASF receives Operation Clean Sweep certification at all its European production sites
All BASF's European production sites for engineering plastics, polystyrene, expandable polystyrene, polyurethane, thermoplastics polyurethanes, polyamides and specialty polymers are now certified by independent third parties according to the Operation Clean Sweep (OCS) standard.
Elix Polymers recognises Repsol as the 2024 best supplier of the year
Elix Polymers, the leading global thermoplastics manufacturer, has recognised the excellence, proactivity, commitment, flexibility and service provided by Repsol, awarding it the “Elix Polymers Outstanding Performance Award 2024”.
Biesterfeld takes over distribution of Elastollan TPU in the Nordics
International distributor Biesterfeld is to receive additional distribution mandates for BASF's Elastollan Thermoplastic Polyurethane Elastomers.
SABIC will exhibit at OFC 2025 specialty materials
SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, will exhibit at the 2025 Optical Fiber Communications (OFC) Conference and Exhibition, in Booth #6244.
The world's first biomass-balanced polyethersulfone (PESU)
To all industries relying on high-performance thermoplastics, BASF is now offering the world’s first biomass-balanced polyethersulfone (PESU).
Envalior drives innovation in composites at JEC World 2025
Envalior’s Bond-Laminates will present its latest fiber composite innovations at JEC World 2025, focusing on new mobility and sustainability.
Elix Polymers with positive results in their programmes
Elix Polymers, global leader in the manufacture of thermoplastics, closed 2024 with very positive results in terms of achieving the goals defined in their Climate Care and Sustainable Supply Chain programmes.
Xenia set to unveil new Whitened Shade materials at JEC 2025
Xenia, global player in engineering and manufacturing thermoplastic composites, is pleased to introduce the Whitened Shade colour option to its carbon fibre reinforced grades.
BOY-Presence at Chinaplas 2025
From April 15 to 18, Chinaplas in Shenzen will once again open its doors to national and international trade fair visitors. BOY presents two of its injection moulding machines in Hall 10 at booth no. C29.
BASF’s Performance Materials division plants run entirely on renewable electricity
On January 1, 2025, BASF’s Performance Materials division completely switched all its European sites to renewable electricity. “As BASF, we want to enable our customers green transformation, and we believe it starts with us.
RecyClass updates recyclability evaluation protocols and design
Following 18 testing campaigns commissioned in 2024, RecyClass strengthened its Recyclability Evaluation Protocols and Design for Recycling Guidelines to address the impact of various packaging features on plastic recycling streams.
The World's largest Technical Center injection moulding machine in action
Battery Innovation Day dazzles with the ENGEL duo 5500 combi M
Advances thermal management and high quality electrical components
Electrical and electronic applications take on a very important role in our technological and digital everyday life. The demands on electrical performance and mechanical strengths are becoming ever greater.
Nexeo Plastics expands offering with new Teknor Apex materials
Nexeo Plastics expands offering with new Teknor Apex materials focusing on electrical & electronics, industrial and mobility end markets for EMEA.
PFAS-free non-flammable formulations expand Avient's portfolio
Avient Corporation announces the addition of flame-retardant (FR) grades manufactured without intentionally added PFAS-based raw materials to its portfolio of Complet PKE Long Fiber Reinforced Polyketone Thermoplastics.
Envalior and Ford win SPE Automotive Award
Envalior, in collaboration with Ford Motor Company, has been honored with the Most Innovative Use of Plastics award in the "Materials" category at the 53rd Annual SPE Automotive Innovation Awards Competition & Gala.
BASF in Lemförde expands sustainable product portfolio
BASF completes the certification program International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) Plus at its production site in Lemförde, Germany to produce biomass-balanced thermoplastic polyurethanes.
Zotefoams to introduce fully recyclable PP and TPU foams at Foam Expo 2024
Zotefoams will demonstrate its ongoing commitment to sustainability at Foam Expo Europe 2024 with the introduction of fully recyclable Polypropylene (PP) and Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) foam ranges.
Biesterfeld obtains distribution rights for Delrin POM
International distributor Biesterfeld and industry leading premium industrial polymer business Delrin are further expanding their collaboration in the UK, Ireland, the Nordics, the Baltic States and Egypt.
Sabic opens multi- million-dollar Ultem resin manufacturing facility
Sabic today announced the official launch of its new US$170 (S$220) million Ultem resin manufacturing facility in Singapore, marking the company’s first advanced specialty chemical manufacturing facility.
Xenia Materials showcases new filaments for 3D printing at Formnext 2024
Xenia Materials, a global producer of high-performance thermoplastic specialties, will present its new range of innovative and sustainable filaments for FFF 3D printing at Formnext 2024 in Frankfurt - Hall 12.1 - Booth G48.
Avient expands launch of new recycled TPE grades to Asia
Avient expands its recently launched reSound REC TPE AF 7210 grades to Asia, offering a range of PCR-based solutions for overmolding PP in demanding automotive applications.
Avient extends recycled TPE portfolio
Avient’s new reSound REC GP 7820 TPE can be used for overmolded components in consumer electronics, grips for razors and personal care products, and handles for bicycles and power tools
Husky highlights innovation driven by sustainability at Fakuma 2024
Husky Technologies, a pioneering technology provider enabling the delivery of essential needs to the global community, has returned to exhibit at Fakuma 2024, taking place October 15-19 in Friedrichshafen, Germany.
Arburg has the solution: Focus on new machines and upcoming topics
Arburg will be attending Fakuma 2024 from 15 to 19 October on Stand 3101 in Hall A3 with eleven exhibits, plus seven additional Allrounders on partner stands.
Avient launches new solutions at Fakuma 2024
Avient Corporation will exhibit its latest sustainable and specialized materials solutions and services for the plastics industry, including two new product launches, at the 29th Fakuma International Trade Fair for Plastics Processing, held today through October 19, 2024.
Food vacuum system containers use SABIC’s circular PP
Certified circular SABIC PP polypropylene from advanced recycled ocean bound plastic (OBP) helps reduce marine litter and accelerate circularity.
Two-component Allrounder More 2000
At Fakuma 2024, an exciting two-component application will showcase Arburg’s dominance over sophisticated processes like LSR and multi-component injection moulding and automation.
Asahi Kasei at Fakuma 2024
Asahi Kasei to showcase material solutions for thermal management of EVs, recycling and 3D printing at Fakuma 2024.
Frisbees and innovative watchmaker's magnifying glasses to take home
From October 15 to 19, 2024, the industry highlight of the plastics industry, Fakuma, will once again take place in Friedrichshafen. The SKZ Plastics Center will also be on site this year in Hall B3-3000.
NASA used Aurum to study insulation for electric engines in aerospace
BARplast provided the thermoplastic polyimide Aurum that has been tested by NASA. The researcher of the NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio, tested thermoplastic Polyimides that demonstrated interesting properties
Syensqo and ZF win prestigious SPE Automotive Award 2024
Syensqo announce that the outboard housing developed for Volvo’s EX90 vehicle, and manufactured using Xencor HPPA long glass fiber reinforced, has been honored with the prestigious Automotive Award 2024.
SABIC and Fujian government sign potential investment agreement
SABIC signed a potential investment agreement with the Fujian government on August 1, under the auspices of the Saudi Ministry of Energy.
Addiplast: Always at the cutting edge of innovation
Addiplast, one of Europe's leading compounders, combines extensive R&D expertise with flexible production technologies.