Distribution of KetaSpire and AvaSpire product families from Solvay
International distributor Biesterfeld and science-based company Solvay are expanding their joint portfolio.
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PlastikCity Pavilion returns for Interplas 2023
In 2023, Interplas, the definitive and longest running UK plastics exhibition will be celebrating its 75th anniversary. Amidst a host of exciting features and new developments is the return of the PlastikCity pavilion for the third edition since its debut in 2017.
Hexpol TPE launch medical mass balance thermoplastic elastomers
At the Compamed 2022 exhibition, Hexpol TPE officially launched their medical TPEs with bio-attributed content according to the mass balance principle
World premiere: KraussMaffei presents Additive Manufacturing
Additive manufacturing to form fourth pillar of the product portfolio in the future. powerPrint for large-format printing of thermoplastic materials.
Plast Eurasia İstanbul 2022, the fair of the plastics continues to grow!
Plast Eurasia İstanbul Fair continues to grow in 2022 as it brought together the entire stakeholders of the sector in 2021 and offered a unique experience for the exhibitors and visitors, and became a gigantic trading platform by gathering 60.742 professional visitors from 138 countries and 852 leading companies from 39 countries…
How to increase the heat resistance of plastics
Why do different polymers show different heat resistance and why it can be increased by radiation crosslinking?
Hexpol TPE present the Sustainable Materials Lab to the automotive market at IZB 2022
At the International Suppliers Fair (IZB) taking place in Wolfsburg, Germany, in October, Hexpol TPE will bring their Sustainable Materials Lab for the first time.
The focus is on sustainable products and discussion
TPE materials and market experts of Kraiburg TPE are looking forward to welcoming interested visitors at boot C58-03 in hall 6. The products they will present includes Thermoplast R, the new product series consisting of sophisticated recycling compounds.
Hexpol TPE Announced as Partner in Polestar 0 Project to Create a Climate-Neutral Car by 2030
Polestar, the Swedish electric performance car company, is accelerating its work to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions by welcoming new partners to the Polestar 0 project, among them is the polymer compounder Hexpol TPE.
From the road to the track: Vestamid eCO gives scrap tires a new life in athletic shoes
Evonik is introducing a new sustainable high-performance plastic to its eCO product line: In the production of the polyamide 12 elastomer (PEBA) Vestamid eCO E40, 50 percent of fossil raw materials are saved and replaced by a starting material obtained from chemical recycling of used tires.
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.
Bringing a varied selection of TPE sustainability solutions to K 2022
K 2022: Varied selection of TPE recycling solutions from KRAIBURG TP
Hexpol TPE collaborates with Plastix to expand the use of Maritime Waste Recyclate
International TPE compounder Hexpol TPE has added to their growing portfolio of Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) materials containing recycled content.
Sirmax Group at Plastpol 2022
Sirmax Group to be at Plastpol 2022: showcasing new grades for the automotive sector. Xelter products take centre stage in European project Frontsh1p
Akro-Plastic appoints IMCD as the official distributor in Europe for all its compounds
Akro-Plastic GmbH announces that it has selected IMCD Group, a leading distributor of speciality chemicals and ingredients, as its new distribution partner in Europe.
K 2022: Online Ticket shop now open!
MyOrganizer – your ideal tool for preparing for the K 2022 trade fair
Covestro extends film production in Germany
Covestro is expanding its production capacities for thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) Films in the Platilon range, as well as the associated infrastructure and logistics.
The preparations for the 31st International Istanbul Plastics Industry Fair have begun
Plast Eurasia İstanbul Fair, organized by Tüyap in cooperation with PAGEV, is getting ready to bring everyone under one roof for the 31st time on November 23-26, 2022 in Istanbul.
Established TPE for interior applications containing a high recycling ratio
Approved and ready for use in automotive interiors: Interior PIR TPE
Sortco protects customers from complaints and offers security for granulate quality
Flawless granulates for the highest optical requirements
Significant materials data from injection to surface qualities and adhesion
Kraiburg TPE expands its solutions for testing and validating new compounds
Engel at JEC World 2022 in Paris
JEC World 2022 from 3 to 5 May in Paris, France, showcases the entire value chain of the composites industry. One important step in this chain is the shaping of thermoplastic fibre-composite preforms.
Green products drive Sirmax Group's business, taking 2021 turnover to 480 million euros
The second US plant, entirely dedicated to the production of circular polymers, is now operational
Hexpol TPE Receives EcoVadis' Platinum Medal for Sustainability
In recognition of their sustainability work Hexpol TPE, the international polymer compounding group has achieved platinum status in the EcoVadis ratings for their site in Manchester, UK.
Universal PCR TPE - a multitalented compound for the plastics industry
Sustainable and provides plenty of possible applications: Universal PCR TPE
Global masterbatch market set to prosper despite the challenges ahead
The masterbatch market continues to be incredibly dynamic, maintaining growth throughout the pandemic in all major global regions, and outperforming the growth of both GDP and the underlying polymer demand.
E-LOOP H801 MR with mechanical recycled content is now available
ELIX Polymers, a global leader in specialised styrene-based thermoplastics, has recently launched the E-LOOP brand to collect new sustainable innovations.
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
Kraiburg TPE offers strategic alliance for industry and OEM applications
Driven by increasing demand, Kraiburg TPE is expanding its solutions portfolio and seeking to form development-oriented alliances with customers and partners to reach the next level.
HEXPOL TPE Receives International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC PLUS)
HEXPOL TPE, the international polymer compounding group, has received the ISCC PLUS certification to produce TPE materials with certified bio +/or bio-circular content via the mass balance approach at their Åmål, Sweden site.
Yoloha Brings Eco-Conscious Design to Yoga Mats with HEXPOL TPE Biobased Material
Yoloha Brings Eco-Conscious Design to Yoga Mats with HEXPOL TPE Biobased Material
Regrind from engineering plastic residues: New workshop creates space for further expansion
Krall Kunststoff-Recycling GmbH has further increased its floor area at its headquarters in Elsenfeld am Main. Including these additional 2100 square meters, Krall now has six workshops with a total floor area of 6800 square meters.
Milliken at Interplastica 2022
Milliken to highlight an expanding portfolio of polymer additive solutions at Interplastica 2022 The company’s commitment to sustainability will be on full display
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.
Kraiburg TPE extends its range of Food Contact TPEs
New TPE solution complies with global food-contact regulations.
Smooth Touch TPE for packaging and design
Reduced, smart, and high-quality – the packaging and design market is changing. Materials solutions that accompany manufacturers on this journey are in demand.