BASF commences its smart project in China
BASF officially launched its smart Verbund project in Zhanjiang, Guangdong province, China, and commenced building its first plants.
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Run Photon run… with compounds from Kraiburg TPE
Kraiburg TPE is supplying thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) for several functional components of the Photon, an innovative educational robot. Two established Thermolast K compounds are being used for the running surfaces as well as the feelers and eyes of the interactive robot.
Kraiburg TPE will be presenting a flexible material development platform for TEHs at K 2019
Kraiburg TPE has introduced an advanced new technology platform for thermoplastic elastomer hybrids (TEHs), to close the performance gap between thermoplastic elastomers and conventional elastomer compounds.
New compounds from Kraiburg TPE for automotive exterior applications
The four new Thermolast K types are primarily suited for sophisticated hard-soft composite components with high requirements in relation to surface quality and permanent weather resistance.
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
Kraiburg TPE to introduce the world’s first VDI 2017-compliant Thermolast M compounds for TPE/PA composite applications
With its new MC/AD/PA Thermolast M series, Kraiburg TPE launches the first thermoplastic elastomers that not only hold certifications for healthcare applications in accordance with EU and FDA standards but can also be combined directly with polyamides.
Huntsman officially introduces Iroprint additive manufacturing platform at K 2019
Delivering Elastomers Innovation: Premium PU & TPU: Passionate people. Powerful possibilities
Kraiburg TPE is setting new standards in applications with food contact
With its two new compound series, FC/CM1 and FC/CM2, Kraiburg TPE meets the most important set of rules on applications with food contact: Commission Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 and Code of Federal Regulations Title 21 (21CFR) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Lanxess commissions additional production lines for composite material Tepex
At its site in Brilon, Germany, Bond-Laminates GmbH - a wholly owned subsidiary of specialty chemicals company Lanxess - has commissioned two new production lines for Tepex continuous-fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composites.
Kraiburg TPE supplies compound for innovative cosmetics dispenser
With a chemically resistant and soft-touch thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) made by Kraiburg TPE, the product developers at Coradin, a French injection molder, have redefined the way liquid cosmetics are dosed and prepared.
New compounds extend the range of applications for biobased thermoplastics
FKuR will be showcasing its expanded portfolio of biobased thermoplastics for a growing range of applications including packaging, consumer products, sporting goods and technical parts at K2019 in stand E48 in hall 6.
Polyplastic will present its latest developments at K 2019
This year the leader of Russian polymer compounds market R&P Polyplastic traditionally participates in the largest international plastics and rubber trade fair K 2019. The event takes place on October 16-23 in Dusseldorf (Germany).
Systems for surface design and finishing
At this year’s All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE), which will take place from September 3 to 5, 2019, in Shanghai, China, specialty chemicals company Lanxess will present a new system offering for functional coatings under the name Pellart.
Flame-retardant TPEs with adhesion to polyamides
Custom-engineered thermoplastic elastomers with halogen-free flameretardant technology make it possible to produce hard/soft components with direct adhesion to PA
Huntsman: delivering elastomers innovation at K 2019
Global chemical company Huntsman today revealed further details of the products it will promote at K 2019 this October.
Clear guideline for medical grade plastics
Kraiburg TPE announces that its Thermolast M compounds meet the requirements of the guideline 2017 for medical grade plastics (MGPs) passed by the Association of German Engineers (VDI) in July 2019.
Kraiburg TPE to expand activities in the consumer sector
Regulatory requirements and consumer protection are key in supporting the consumer market. Kraiburg TPE has addressed this situation, acquiring comprehensive knowledge in the field, and has built up a product portfolio based on this expertise.
Innovation with adhesion compound from Kraiburg TPE
Thermolast A makes assembling roof rail covers easier by integrating the seal using multi-component injection molding
Polykemi is preparing for an electric future
Polykemi Ystad Sweden has for more than 50 years successfully developed and produced customer adapted thermoplastic compounds for the automotive industry, among others.
New Kraiburg TPE compounds for consumer and automotive applications at K 2019
Kraiburg TPE will present itself once again as competence leader in the thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) market at the upcoming K 2019 trade fair held from October 16 to 23 in Düsseldorf.
Kraiburg TPE meets railway standards
Flame-retardant Thermoplastic Elastomers for railway applications.
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.
WIS Kunststoffe: Navigator 2.0 through the world of plastics and polymers
WIS Kunststoffe GmbH from Breitungen in Germany has developed a knowledge matrix, giving a new perspevtive on this interesting issue.
BASF to build engineering plastics and thermoplastic polyurethanes plants
First plants at integrated Verbund site will contribute to global capacity for engineering plastics and TPU
BASF is introducing X-Swift
Introducing X-Swift: Swiftly shaping the athleisure shoe market with material innovations and the latest footwear technology
BASF plastic additives protect the roof at Incheon Airport’s Terminal 2
BASF’s plastic additives package is helping to protect the roof at Incheon Airport’s Terminal 2, with thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) sheets produced by Wonpoong Corporation in South Korea under the brand name SuperGuardTM.
Material innovations for batteries and electromobility
Lanxess offering products and solutions along the value chain of lithium-ion batteries.
Chinaplas 2019: Albis presents comprehensive product portfolio
Albis Plastic GmbH, one of the world's leading distributors and compounders of technical thermoplastics and thermoplastic elastomers, presents its portfolio of high-performance plastics, compound solutions and master batches at Chinaplas 2019 in Guangzhou, China.
4 Boy machines at the Plastpol 2019
Four Boy injection moulding machines are going to impress visitors at the Plastpol Plastics Fair in Kielce / Poland from 28th to 31st May.
KraussMaffei offers APC plus, now also for thermosets
KraussMaffei has further advanced the proven APC plus (APC = Adaptive Process Control) machine function and also offers it for thermosets.
KraussMaffei: From idea to series production-ready fiber composite solutions
From idea to series production-ready fiber composite solutions: At JEC World held from March 12 to 14 in Paris, KraussMaffei is highlighting its leading system expertise in developing and implementing series production-ready processes for fiber-reinforced lightweight construction.
Ineos Styrolution introduces new grade for the healthcare industry
Ineos Styrolution’s new Styroflex 4G80 is specifically designed for medical tubing applications.
Albis distributes new halogen-free TPE-compounds from Uteksol
Albis Plastic GmbH expands its TPE-Portfolio with flame retardant Styrene-based thermoPlastic Elastomers (TPS) of the brand Solplast from Uteksol.
Kraiburg TPE achieves new Asia Pacific milestone with additional production line
The addition of a new production line in the Malaysia plant emphasizes Kraiburg TPE’s commitment to providing customers with the best quality, satisfaction and value.
Covestro further strengthening of global TPU business
Covestro becomes majority stakeholder in DIC Covestro Polymer joint venture in Japan. Covestro raises stake from 50% to 80%, the partnership with DIC Corporation continues. The Acquisition is a part of Covestro's global growth strategy.
Breathable body protectors using a flexible thermoplastic elastomer compound from Kraiburg TPE
The thermoplastic elastomer compound from Kraiburg TPE provides the flexibility, light weight and full articulation characteristics of the modular system that lends itself to a myriad of shock and vibration absorbing applications, from sportswear and personal protection equipment to healthcare and other demanding industries.