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LEHMANN & VOSS
Cooperation with German coatings specialist / Technology to produce reinforced plastics with lubricant-modified high wear surface
25.03.2014
MONDI
Introducing reclosable “Flexzibox” flat bottom bag
24.03.2014
RPC SUPERFOS
Introducing "FlakeFree" containers that stop flaking paint and help eliminate waste
21.03.2014
MILLIKEN
Exhibiting Ultra Clear PP at “interpack” fair / Performance properties rival PET and PS in food packaging / Gains environmental validation
18.03.2014
TORAY PLASTICS
Introducing “Torayfan PC5” metallised BOPP film for food wrapping / Extremely high oxygen and moisture barrier
12.03.2014
TEKNOR APEX
Four TPE compounds added to “Sarlink” range for automotive applications / Similar performance to TPVs
07.03.2014
MEDICAL PLASTICS
Ageing populations and packaging growth boost global consumption / European market robust despite challenging economics / New medical products showcased at “Pharmapack Europe” in Paris
06.03.2014
RPC
New highly transparent custom beer cup
04.03.2014
GREINER PACKAGING
PET-based honey bottle ensures clean handling / Innovative dose cap with membranes
03.03.2014
BRASKEM
Nomacorcs's sustainable wine bottle closures use “I'm green” PE
27.02.2014
METABOLIX
Rubber modifiers to improve PLA biopolymers performance / Further expansions planned
27.02.2014
CLARIANT
“Exolit OP 560” halogen-free flame retardant for natural oil based, polyurethane foams / 80% material savings for bedding and upholstery industry
26.02.2014
RPC BEBO PLASTIK
PP container combines re-closing convenience with longer shelf life and various filling options / First product launches this year
25.02.2014
CELANESE
Toughened grades added to “Hostaform” POM range
24.02.2014
COIM
Polyols based on renewable feedstock launched for PU market / Similar moves targeted for other products
20.02.2014
PETAINER
Introducing new BPA-free “PetainerCooler” water cooler
19.02.2014
MITSUBISHI
Expansion of “Durabio” bio-based plastic production in Japan / Product marketed for automotive touch panels
19.02.2014
DSM
“EcoPaXX” PA 410 range is extended
18.02.2014
MAGNA
Collaboration with Italian biotechnology group bio-on / Researching the use of PHA for automotive interior parts
17.02.2014
NOVAMONT
Italian bioplastics producer collaborates with Swedish firms on bioplastic coating for new eco-package
14.02.2014
OCTAL
Sustainable PET packaging developed for cheese / Partnership with German Südpack and Dutch FrieslandCampina dairy group
13.02.2014
RAPID TECHNOLOGIES
SLS patent protection expires / Additional patents due to terminate this year / Incentive for generative manufacturing
12.02.2014
MITSUBISHI RAYON
Improved strength and modulus from carbon fibre
12.02.2014
COSSA POLIMERI
New PA/ABS blends for thin-walled automotive parts
11.02.2014
RESEARCH
Clariant's non-halogenated flame retardants provide protection in renewable polymers / Research involves utilisation of oyster shells / Green PP compound from Eurostar
10.02.2014
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