
Lilli Manolis Sherman Contributing Editor
Sefortek Expands Business With Customized Ultrasonic Welders
Building ultrasonic welding machines for automotive and packaging is a new focus.
Read MoreBASF and Avantium JV Aims at “Green” PEF Barrier Resin
The new joint venture will further development and licensing of Avantium production processes of precursor FDCA and PEF.
Read MoreElium Liquid Thermoplastic Acrylic Used in Prototype Sailboat
The hull and bridge of a prototype sailboat made of Arkema鈥檚 recyclable thermoplastic composite material called a 鈥榝irst鈥.
Read MoreCow Gas to Plastics
NatureWorks invests in commercial-scale development of methane-to-lactic acid fermentation.
Read MoreInstron Celebrates 70th Anniversary
Starting with a material testing prototype in an MIT lab, Instron has made its mark with innovations in testing instruments for evaluating mechanical properties of plastics and components.
Read MoreSome Highlights from SPE Polyolefins 2016
This international conference featured several tracks with a broad range of topics addressed by industry and academia pros.
Read MoreSolvay Showcasing Thermoplastics & Thermoset Composites Tech
At this week’s JEC, Solvay will represent an even broader front in composites after last year’s acquisition of Cytec.
Read MoreDuPont Intensifies Research on Thermoplastic Composites
By co-locating its research activities at Aachen University, DuPont becomes a 鈥減remium partner鈥 with the Aachen Center for Integrative Lightweight Production.
Read MoreMid February Commodity Resin Prices Flat to Soft
Falling energy and feedstock costs and the threat of lower-priced imports are key drivers.
Read MorePanasonic to Mass Produce PBT Compounds for Laser Welding
New laser weldable PBT compounds targeted to enhancing design flexibility and reliability of auto switches and sensors.
Read MoreFinalists in Process/Assembly Category of SPE Auto Awards
Blow molded spoilers, high- and low-gloss door trim, and 2-shot chrome and paint highlighted in the process/assembly enabling technologies category.
Read MoreEnvironmental & Safety Finalists of SPE Auto Innovation Awards
The three finalists in the environmental and two in the safety categories utilize recycled resin, natural fiber reinforcements and more.
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