polyolefins

PVC

Lower or Flat Prices Ahead

Slowed demand, sufficient supplies, and lower global prices could serve to push down U.S. prices of most commodity resins.

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Commodity Resins

Innovative Stand-Up Pouch Designed for Recyclability Successfully Piloted for Retail

Dow, brand owner RB and converter DrukpolFlexo develop recyclable packaging for Finish dishwasher detergents.

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polyolefins

Norner Signs Deal to Build New Polymer Exploration Center and Enters Future Materials Catapult

Independent Norwegian plastics institute aims to become a leader in the development of future sustainable plastics solutions.

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nova-Institute's CEO Likes Plastics

“There are no other materials that have such a broad spectrum of properties,” says Michael Carus in an interview with Bio-based News editor.

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ExxonMobil to Highlight New Sustainable Solutions and Innovative Applications at K 2019

Look for new recyclable full PE laminated packaging solutions and new ‘extreme performance’ and high-heat resistant PE and PP films.

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Medical

ExxonMobil to Highlight Sustainability in Packaging, Consumer Goods, Automotive & More at K 2019

Look for new recyclable full PE laminated packaging solutions and new ‘extreme performance’ PE and PP films.

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Construction

Generally Flat Pricing Projected for Volume Resins Heading into 4th Quarter

PET and nylons 6 and 66 could see further downward pricing

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K 2019 Preview: Resins & Additives for Sustainability in Cars, Electronics & Packaging

Material suppliers are committed to the ‘Circular Economy,’ as evidenced by their adoption of new technologies, product introductions and collaborations.

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Construction

Flat or Softer Prices Ahead

Ample resin supplies outstripping demand are likely to keep commodity resin prices flat to lower.

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Packaging

Milliken Boosts Investment in Asia

State-of-the-art specialty chemical plant and knowledge center in Singapore set to open in Q1 2021.

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Plastics Size Reduction
Blending & Dosing