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LRM Expands to Second Building and Adds Thermoplastic FlowForming Production Lines

LRM Industries International, Inc., headquartered in Rockledge, Florida, has secured a second building and added two presses due to rapid growth. Operating at 24/7 since May of 2011 and processing 2 million pounds of plastic per month, LRM reached full capacity on its main TPF ThermoPlastic Flowforming® production line.

11 Sep 2013

Cereplast Strongly Positioned to Meet Increasing Demand for Bioplastic Resins in Asia-Pacific

Cereplast, Inc., a leading manufacturer of proprietary biobased, compostable and sustainable bioplastics announced today it is strongly positioned to meet soaring demand for bioplastic resins in the Asia-Pacific market.

11 Sep 2013

ReportsnReports Offers Study on Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Global Fluoropolymers Industry

This fluoropolymer market research study provides detailed qualitative and quantitative analysis of the global fluoropolymers industry. The report provides a comprehensive review of major market drivers, restraints, opportunities, winning imperatives, challenges, and key issues in the market.

11 Sep 2013

HyperSolar Files Patent with UCSB for Providing Broad Coverage for Polymer Electrocatalyst Coating

HyperSolar, Inc., the developer of a breakthrough technology to produce renewable hydrogen using sunlight and any source of water, today announced that it has jointly filed a non-provisional patent application along with the University of California, Santa Barbara (“UCSB”) for the “protection and stability of electroactive units used for production of fuels and chemicals.”

11 Sep 2013

Milliken, Kiefel, SML and Braskem Partner to Highlight Clear Polypropylene at K 2013

Kiefel, SML, Braskem and Milliken will combine their machine and material innovations to bring the powerful material substitution possibilities of Clear Polypropylene (PP) to life. Highly transparent, deep-draw cups produced live by Kiefel on its productivity-boosting systems will let visitors experience first-hand the exceptional high clarity and performance that can be achieved with Braskem’s Inspire 224 PP containing Milliken’s innovative clarifying agent, Millad® NX™ 8000.

From Milliken & Company 11 Sep 2013

Perstorp to Showcase Next Generation of Co-Polyesters at K Fair 2013

The Perstorp Group, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will be presenting the next generation of co-polyesters at K Fair 2013. This will include Akestra™, a high performance plastic with remarkable properties. Perstorp have formed a strategic partnership with Mitsubishi Gas Chemical to develop and distribute this exciting co-polyester throughout Europe.

From Perstorp Holding AB 11 Sep 2013

APCS 2013: Momentive Specialty Chemicals to Highlight Line of Axilat Copolymers

Innovative products from Momentive Specialty Chemicals Inc. (“Momentive Specialty Chemicals,” “MSC” or the “Company”) that deliver solutions to coatings professionals will be featured at this year’s Asia Pacific Coatings Show (APCS), Sept. 12 – 13 in Bangkok. MSC will present products manufactured at its new facility in Chonburi, Thailand.

10 Sep 2013

Global Fluoropolymer Market Forecast to Grow at 5.7% CAGR to Reach $9.8 Billion by 2018

The report "Fluoropolymer Market, By Type (PTFE, PVDF, FEP, Fluoroelastomers) & Application (Automotive, Electrical & Electronics, Chemical Processing, Industrial) - Global Trends & Forecast to 2018", defines and segments the Fluoropolymers Market with an analysis and forecasting of revenue. This market would grow from an estimated $7.2 billion in 2013 to $9.8 billion by 2018, with a CAGR of 5.7% from 2013 to 2018.

10 Sep 2013

Pierre Potier Panel Provides Top Prize to Arkema’s Rilsan HT Ultra High Temperature Biosourced Polymer

The result of over 5 years of research, Rilsan® HT is the first thermoplastic from the polyphthalamide (PPA) family available on the market to combine high temperature resistance with flexibility. These characteristics make it aptly suited to replace metal and rubber in under-the-hood tubing applications.

10 Sep 2013

Researchers at the University of A Coruña Use THMS600 Stage by Linkam Scientific Instruments

Market leaders in temperature controlled microscopy, Linkam Scientific Instruments report on the use of their popular THMS600 stage for polymer research at the University of A Coruña (A UDC), Spain.

From Linkam Scientific Instruments 10 Sep 2013

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

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The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

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In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Plastics and Polymers News

LRM Expands to Second Building and Adds Thermoplastic FlowForming Production Lines

Cereplast Strongly Positioned to Meet Increasing Demand for Bioplastic Resins in Asia-Pacific

ReportsnReports Offers Study on Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Global Fluoropolymers Industry

HyperSolar Files Patent with UCSB for Providing Broad Coverage for Polymer Electrocatalyst Coating

Milliken, Kiefel, SML and Braskem Partner to Highlight Clear Polypropylene at K 2013

Perstorp to Showcase Next Generation of Co-Polyesters at K Fair 2013

APCS 2013: Momentive Specialty Chemicals to Highlight Line of Axilat Copolymers

Global Fluoropolymer Market Forecast to Grow at 5.7% CAGR to Reach $9.8 Billion by 2018

Pierre Potier Panel Provides Top Prize to Arkema’s Rilsan HT Ultra High Temperature Biosourced Polymer

Researchers at the University of A Coruña Use THMS600 Stage by Linkam Scientific Instruments

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How IKK Uses Extruders in Polymer Recycling Opportunities

Insights into the Role of Benchtop NMR in Biofluid Analysis with Philippe Wilson

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Plastics and Polymers News

Achieving Precision and Efficiency in Oil and Lubricant Quality Control

How IKK Uses Extruders in Polymer Recycling Opportunities

Insights into the Role of Benchtop NMR in Biofluid Analysis with Philippe Wilson

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