Materials

sustainability

Kraiburg TPE Expands Range of TPEs with ISCC PLUS Certification

The expanded range supports customers in the consumer and medical sectors in next steps toward a circular economy.

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Additives

Halogen-Free Flame Retardant for Crosslinked & Non-Crosslinked PE Foams

Tosaf’s FR9185PE masterbatch reportedly helps prevent the spread and acceleration of fire even at low concentrations.

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Biopolymers

Home-Compostable Extrusion Coating for Paper-Based Food Packaging

BASF has added a certified home as well as industrial compostable grade to its Ecovio portfolio for cold and hot food packaging.  

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CMA Experts Discuss Polyolefins Outlook for Next Five Years

A significant challenge facing the North American polyolefins industry may be maintaining economically feasible production rates while simultaneously ensuring a steady product flow to both domestic and global markets  

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Additives

Transesterification Inhibitor for PET and Polyester Alloys

CAI’s new additive masterbatch boost thermal stability of polyester compounds.  

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Packaging

NOVA and Pregis Collaborate on Sustainable Flexible Food Packaging

Pregis will use NOVA’s Syndigo recycled PE for stand-up pouches, fitmented pouches, and lay-flat bags.

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Materials

The Effects of Time on Polymers

Last month we briefly discussed the influence of temperature on the mechanical properties of polymers and reviewed some of the structural considerations that govern these effects.

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Solvay Launches First ISCC Plus Certified Sulfone Polymers

Solvay accelerates carbon footprint reduction of Udel PSU & Radel PPSU at Marietta, Ohio with certified circular feedstock

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Additives

Patent Filed for Non-Halogen Flame Retardant for PC and Alloys

FRX Innovations’ new patent for Nofia FR additives for consumer electronics, electric cars, home appliances and more.  

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Additives

Gelest Expands Organosilane Antimicrobial Manufacturing,

The company’s upgrade is said to have led a dramatic improvement in efficiency and economies of scale. 

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Plastics Size Reduction
Process Cooling