Commodity Resins
RTP Completes Acquisition Of Alloy Polymers
RTP strengthens position in high-volume contract manufacturing sector with new wholly-owned subsidiary.
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LFT Compound Replaces Aluminum In Award-Winning Table
A PP-based LFT compound from PolyOne is featured in Resol's Vela table.
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Ineos And Sasol Break Ground On World-Scale HDPE Plant
Joint venture partners Ineos and Sasol have started construction of their new HDPE plant in LaPorte, Texas.
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Fine-Particle Cellulosics Key To Patented Bio-Plastic Compounds
Through a Japanese/U.S. joint venture, a new range of customized bio-plastic compounds are now available in North America.
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PE Spot Prices Down; More Contract Price Reductions Likely
A second PE supplier has offered a PE contract price reduction, while spot prices tumble as available supply swells.
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Commodity Resin Prices Heading Down
Falling global feedstock costs and demand destruction concerns are forcing prices downward.
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How to Address Uneven Wall Thickness in Stretch-Blow Molding
Many conditions must be met to get the best wall distribution in a PET bottle. Skilled operators are, as always, indispensable.
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Three Entities Awarded For Plastics Recycling Innovations
The American Chemistry Council has announced three winners for this year's Innovation in Plastics Recycling Awards.
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A Step In 'Right' Direction: Nova Chem. Drops PE Contract Prices
One major PE player is offering the first reduction on PE contract prices in two years. Will others see fit to do the same?
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