End Markets
Coinjected Coffee Capsules with IML Debut at Fakuma Show
Netstal premieres coinjection molding of three-layer coffee capsules with in-mold labeling.
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First License Agreement for Advanced PE Production Technology Signed
The Norner Trimodal Technology enables a higher comonomer content in the highest molecular weight.
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Albis Plastics Starts Up New Compounding Plant
Prime technical compounds are now being manufactured by Albis in the U.S.
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Conventus Polymers Now Distributes LG Engineering Thermoplastics
The agreement covers a broad range of compounded materials in LG Chem’s product portfolio.
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New Ionomer Decorative Effects Using Hot Stamping
DuPont collaboration with Kurz Group leads to golden or metallized effects.
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DowDuPont Realigns Portfolio
The new merger makes adjustments within two of its three intended independent companies.
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Plastic Bottle Recycling Campaign Reports Tangible Results
The campaign in North and South Carolina debuted with a 2% increase in tons of all types of plastic bottles sold by local recycling processors from March to May 2017.
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First Expandable TPU is Key to Revolutionizing the Bicycle Saddle
BASF’s E-TPU and Ergon’s design and engineering knowhow have led to the ST Core Ultra bike saddle.
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Clearing the Red Tape for Driverless Cars Cuts Both Ways
New technologies and smart legislation could initiate a new round of purchases.
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July’s Index: 52.9
Overall industry index is up 12% from last July, though processor numbers dip.
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