Commodity Resins
Polyolefin Pricing Update: Moving Towards May
Looks like PE prices remain flat while PP prices are poised for bigger drop than previously thought.
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Commodity Resin Prices Dropping
A reversal of several industry factors is likely to drive prices down this quarter.
Read MoreNew Additive Compatibilizes PE/PP Alloys
Multiblock polymer, when added in small amounts to a mix of the two otherwise incompatible polyolefins, creates a mechanically tough blend.
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Highlights of Thermoplastic Composites at JEC 2017
No shortage of new developments in thermoplastic composites at the big show.
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Borealis Starts ADCA-Free Foamed HDPE for Communication Cable
The development is said to be the first of its kind, and it meets Cat 6, Cat 7 and Cat 8 standards for physically foamed data cables.
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Where PE, PP Prices Might be Heading into Q2
Up, flat, down? Polyolefin pricing trends never bore.
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New Additive Allows PE and PP to Combine Into New Alloy
One percent of new additive results in mechanically tougher PE/PP alloy and opens up mixed-stream recycling opportunities.
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Proprietary Tech Creates Stable Machining Grades of Polyolefin Stock Shapes
Quadrant will roll out an entire family of such materials within the next two years.
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SPE's Polyolefins Highlights: Materials & Additives
New semi-crystalline SEBS, additives for improved discoloration resistance, plant-based antioxidants, online compounding of TPO blends and more discussed in Houston.
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Polyolefins Technology Continues to Evolve
New resins and additives among highlights of SPE Polyolefins 2017.
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