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DOW
LLDPE precision packaging resins introduced
16.11.2015
VICTREX
High-performance composites for aerospace applications / Hybrid moulding technology employed in production of complex components
16.11.2015
ELIX POLYMERS
Natural fibre reinforced ABS developed for automotive and furniture industries
13.11.2015
JELU-WERK
Launching “Jeluplast” bio-composite material based on cellulose fibres / Applications in the toy industry
12.11.2015
EDDING
German plastics recycler mtm plastics supplies rPP for new “EcoLine” marker / “Milestone” in company's 55-year history
11.11.2015
POLYKEMI
Subsidiary develops recycled polymers with improved heat aging properties
11.11.2015
COVESTRO
PU system developed with automakers for carbon fibre composites / Enhanced safety for vehicle occupants
10.11.2015
LANXESS
High-heat stabilised PA grades developed / No corrosion from metal-free additive system / Focus on E&E sectors
06.11.2015
PLASTICS RESEARCH
New polymer R&D centre opens in Lyon / Collaboration involving all key French producers
05.11.2015
SOLVAY SPECIALTY POLYMERS
Five glass fibre-reinforced grades added to “Amodel” PPA range
04.11.2015
INVISTA
“Torzen” PA range expanded with high viscosity grades / Speciality applications targeted
03.11.2015
TOTAL
Development of multilayer high barrier food jars with RPC Promens Consumer / Improved transparency and gloss
03.11.2015
SABIC
Collaborating with Dell to recycle carbon fibres / Latest sustainability initiative
02.11.2015
COVESTRO
PC/polyester blend developed for medical devices / Aids patient mobility / Material showcases at Compamed
02.11.2015
AMCOR
Child-resistant closure for ophthalmic packaging / Development in response to CPSC regulations
02.11.2015
EXXONMOBIL
Range of mPE resins now includes extrusion coating and lamination grade / Opportunities to improve package sealing performance
29.10.2015
SO.F.TER
SEBS-based compound introduced for production of elastic films / Softness and transparency / Suitable for food contact
26.10.2015
AVERY DENNISON
Bio-based self-adhesive PE films introduced / Certified sugar cane used as raw material / Braskem cooperates in development
23.10.2015
DUPONT
PA and thermoplastic elastomer resins developed for auto industry / Improved temperature and acid resistance in air duct applications
21.10.2015
HEXPOL TPE
Series of renewable low hardness TPEs introduced / Fakuma launch
20.10.2015
COVESTRO / REVERDIA
Collaboration on development of bio-based TPUs / “Biosuccinum” for “Desmopan” applications in footwear and consumer electronics segments
15.10.2015
MOMENTIVE
New coating technology for glass-like surfaces / Design flexibility and weight savings
14.10.2015
GREINER BIO-ONE
Expansion of Hungarian plant / First time pipettes are produced through extrusion
14.10.2015
ELECTROMOBILITY
Renault and Peugeot advance electric vehicles in China together with Dongfeng / Country's air pollution levels could be a help
13.10.2015
SGL
Development of unidirectional long fibre reinforced tapes and thermoplastics / Industrial and aerospace applications
13.10.2015
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