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SOLVAY
Agreement with Fibroline to produce PVC composites
04.01.2013
LUBRIZOL
Plasticiser-free TPU range introduced for footwear applications
03.01.2013
MONDI
“Miprotex” barrier coating introduced for foodstuff protection / Cost efficient packaging material alternative
02.01.2013
QUADRANT EPP
Advanced PTFE compound improves performance in extreme environment fluid processing components
20.12.2012
ULTRAPOLYMERS
Distributing Aquafil's flame-retardant polyamides
19.12.2012
EVONIK
Phthalate-free PVC plasticiser range to be introduced in mid-2013 / 40,000 t/y plant in Marl
14.12.2012
ALTUGLAS
Agreement with NatureWorks to develop high-performance bio-based alloys
14.12.2012
RTP
Thermally conductive compounds launched for auto heating and cooling systems
11.12.2012
WIS KUNSTSTOFFE
Cooperating with Advanced Compounding on “Polywood” natural long-fibre compounds
03.12.2012
SOLVAY
Launch of PA 6 polymer for laser sintering / Parts used in solar aircraft
29.11.2012
BRASKEM
Automotive HDPE range is extended / Resins developed for fuel tanks, filler tubes and reservoirs
28.11.2012
DSM ENGINEERING PLASTICS
Halogen-free “Stanyl” grades introduced for electronics applications / Focus on miniaturisation
23.11.2012
BOREALIS
Transparent PP grade developed for frozen food applications / Higher flow and improved stiffness
19.11.2012
POLYONE
Bioplasticiser has 99% bio-based content
15.11.2012
CLARIANT
UV stabiliser extends life of agricultural films
13.11.2012
TER HELL PLASTIC
New Bio-based PPA for lightweight building
12.11.2012
SOLVAY
High temperature PPA resins launched for automotive applications / Designed to meet engine downsizing requirements
08.11.2012
QUADRANT
Bearing grade UHMW-PE developed for conveyor systems
07.11.2012
SCOTT & FYFE
Carbon fibre fabric range introduced for composites production
06.11.2012
DOW
High performance polyether polyol launched / Cost-effective alternative to PTMEG
05.11.2012
DSM
Thermoplastic polyester provides heat management solution in auto lighting and electronics components
01.11.2012
SABIC IP
"Lexan” PC film range expanded with three new grades / Focus on consumer electronics and automotive
31.10.2012
WEYERHAEUSER
Development of natural fibre composites in USA / Cellulose provides natural reinforcement additive
26.10.2012
NATURAL FIBRES
Infeed bottleneck is overcome / Research project generates interest from bioplastic compounders
25.10.2012
BASF
“HyGentic” product range to be highlighted at “Compamed” trade show / Medical plastics offer antimicrobial properties
24.10.2012
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