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HEXPOL
TPE range showcased at “Plastpol” 2016 / Applications in construction, appliance and consumer markets
06.06.2016
DSM
High-temperature resistant bio-polymers for electronic devices / Grades introduced at "Chinaplas" fair
29.04.2016
BIOPLASTICS
European “Dibbiopack” research project yields new functionalities in bioplastics packaging / Focus on pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and food
27.04.2016
SOLVAY SPECIALTY POLYMERS
PEEK portfolio makes significant strides / High-performance material for medical devices passes rigorous Chinese biocompatibility testing
15.04.2016
TOHO TENAX
Flame-retardant thermoplastic prepreg introduced / New CFRTP applications in development / Technology cuts cycle times
06.04.2016
COVESTRO
Glass-wool reinforced thermoplastics developed with Nanodax / Targeting surface appearance and processing in PC compounds / Optimised injection moulding cuts costs
23.03.2016
SOLVAY SPECIALTY POLYMERS
Medical-grade PESU introduced / Transparency and stiffness at high temperatures
24.02.2016
ARKEMA
Introducing “Orevac 18362” for food packaging applications / Excellent clarity and high adhesion
29.01.2016
METABOLIX
Launching new range of amorphous PHA / US pilot plant in operation / Awaiting FDA clearance in food contact applications
25.01.2016
UK COMPOSITES PROJECT
Development of flax-based composites for sporting and auto applications
18.01.2016
BASF
Three-way cooperation in developing additive manufacturing solutions / PA 6 powder for 3D printing
06.01.2016
REVERDIA
Bio-succinic acid partnership with Protea Chemicals / Targeting growth in Africa and Australia
22.12.2015
RTP
License to produce Solvay's “Torlon” PAI compounds / Materials used to produce high-performance parts
09.12.2015
VICTREX
PEEK developed for spinal fusion implants receives approval in China
03.12.2015
EMS-GRIVORY
PA-based polymer range launched for light-weight construction applications
26.11.2015
SOLVAY
Pre-coloured PPSU resins added to “Radel” range / Series developed for aircraft interiors
25.11.2015
VICTREX
High-performance composites for aerospace applications / Hybrid moulding technology employed in production of complex components
16.11.2015
JELU-WERK
Launching “Jeluplast” bio-composite material based on cellulose fibres / Applications in the toy industry
12.11.2015
COVESTRO
PU system developed with automakers for carbon fibre composites / Enhanced safety for vehicle occupants
10.11.2015
SOLVAY SPECIALTY POLYMERS
Five glass fibre-reinforced grades added to “Amodel” PPA range
04.11.2015
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
MOMENTIVE
New coating technology for glass-like surfaces / Design flexibility and weight savings
14.10.2015
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