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POLYNT
Commercial production of semi-finished carbon fibre products has begun / Plants in Germany and Italy
06.09.2016
TENASITECH
PA additive launched / Enhanced hardness and scuff resistance
06.09.2016
BERICAP
Development of closures for 5-gal and PET containers / Lightweight versions cut costs
31.08.2016
UFLEX
Introducing low seal initiation temperature BOPP film in matt option / Suitable for pinch bottom sealing
29.08.2016
HORN & BAUER
Aluminium-free, high-barrier film introduced / Light, transparent and efficient replacement for aluminium composites, glass and cans
25.08.2016
RESEARCH
US scientists develop environmentally friendly catalyst for biodegradable plastics
25.08.2016
UBE
Launching new PA packaging grade at “K 2016” fair / Reduced risk of retort shock
24.08.2016
EXXONMOBIL
New technology separates aromatics from crude oil using reverse membrane osmosis / Significant energy savings / Further tests necessary
23.08.2016
KRAIBURG TPE
Flame retardant TPEs for construction applications / Series of compounds to be introduced at “K 2016”
23.08.2016
LATI
UL approval for recycling of flame retardant reinforced PA 6.6 / Recovery rates of up to 50%
19.08.2016
PLA
Researchers show that a new polymer phase can be induced in PLA / Decrease in degradation rate / Brown University team believe new polymer morphology could lead to better medical devices
18.08.2016
SABIC
“Lexan” PC resin and plasma technology used by Toyota for rear quarter window / First use of “Exatec” in a commercial vehicle / Meeting driver visibility regulations
17.08.2016
SO.F.TER
PA-based compounds launched / Glass microspheres cut weight of plastic part / Ideal for automotive manufacturers
16.08.2016
ARLANXEO
HNBR elastomers for low temperature applications developed / Two grades to be introduced at “K 2016”
15.08.2016
ZEON
HNBR introduced for sealing applications / Compression set improvement through longer aging times
12.08.2016
FKUR
New biodegradable blends developed for thinner compostable films
11.08.2016
BASF
New high-end “Ultramid” with improved properties / “Huge step forward”
10.08.2016
UK PLASTICS INDUSTRY
Over half of BPF members predict increasing sales despite “Brexit” vote / Caution on effect of referendum result on profitability / Exports expected to increase as value of pound falls / Investment intentions weaken
09.08.2016
INDUSTRIAL FILMS
Dutch research partnership collaborates with Sabic on development of starch-based films / Combination of waterproofing and oxygen barrier in low-cost production of food packaging
09.08.2016
KRONES
License for LiquiForm technology / Agreement to further develop and commercialise process
08.08.2016
GREINER BIO-ONE
Expansion of headquarters / Single building combines departments to enhance administration
02.08.2016
TCL PACKAGING
Ovenable and microwavable printed stand-up PET pouch introduced / UK supermarket giant launches fish-based meals in new packaging
02.08.2016
WIPAG
Recycled carbon compound in first mass-produced component / Stabilising fin for kiteboards
29.07.2016
DSM
PPA grades launched as alternative to die-cast metals / Cost savings of up to 50% offered / Die-cast replacement market growing close to 10% annually
28.07.2016
LANXESS
Range of hydrolysis stabilisers is extended / Ease in processing without preheating
27.07.2016
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