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Molecular Level Disorder Improves Polymers' Performance

Scientists have spent decades trying to build flexible plastic solar cells efficient enough to compete with conventional cells made of silicon. To boost performance, research groups have tried creating new plastic materials that enhance the flow of electricity through the solar cell. Several groups expected to achieve good results by redesigning pliant polymers of plastic into orderly, silicon-like crystals, but the flow of electricity did not improve.

6 Aug 2013

Technische Universität Kaiserslautern Deploys Linkam LTS420 Temperature Stage for Crystallization Studies

Market leaders in temperature controlled microscopy, Linkam Scientific Instruments report on the use of their functional LTS420 temperature stage for crystallization studies at the Technische Universität Kaiserslautern.

From Linkam Scientific Instruments 6 Aug 2013

New Synthetic Material with Strength-Building Ability

Microscopic tears in a new kind of man-made material may actually help the substance bulk up like a bodybuilder at the gym.

5 Aug 2013

Intelligent Plastics Play a Vital Role in the Modern World

Any iAny idea what Izod impact is? Perhaps something to do with preppie shirts?

31 Jul 2013

New Ultramid Polymerization Plant Being Built by BASF in Shanghai

BASF is building a new Ultramid® polymerization plant with a capacity of 100,000 metric tons per year in Shanghai, China. The new plant is planned to start up in 2015

From BASF Corporation 30 Jul 2013

OMNOVA to Repurpose Excess Styrene Butadiene Latex Capacity at Mogadore Plant

OMNOVA Solutions announced an investment to repurpose – or redirect – excess styrene butadiene (SB) latex capacity at its plant in Mogadore, Ohio to the production of styrene acrylic and other specialty emulsion polymer chemistries.

26 Jul 2013

Super Absorbent Polymers, Adhesives and Sealants Industry Boost Growth of Global Acrylic Acid Market

Transparency Market Research has released a new market report titled "Acrylic Acid Market (Acrylate Esters, Glacial Acrylic Acid & Others) for Superabsorbent polymers & Surface Coatings, Adhesives and Sealants, Textiles, Plastic Additives & Printing Ink Applications - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth and Forecast, 2012 - 2018," which observes that the demand for acrylic acid that was over USD 13.6 billion in 2012 is expected to increase to USD 20.0 billion by 2018, growing at a CAGR of 6.5% from 2012 to 2018.

26 Jul 2013

Drinktec 2013: Porvair to Showcase Novel Polyphenol Removal Product for Stabilization of Beer and Wine

Porvair Filtration Group has announced that it will be showcasing its extensive range of microfiltration products at Drinktec 2013 in Munich from 16th-20th September.

From Porvair Filtration Group 25 Jul 2013

Saint-Gobain Seals Group Receives EU Certifications for Fluoroloy A79 for Food Applications

Saint-Gobain Seals Group has recently received EU certification for their custom formulated compound, Fluoroloy® A79, regarding direct food contact. As food contact materials come into contact with the food, molecules can migrate from the food contact material to the food, and because of this, many countries have established regulations and rigorous testing to ensure food safety. Food contact materials can be constructed from a variety of materials such as plastics, rubber, paper, coatings, metal, or a combination of materials.

From Omniseal Solutions 24 Jul 2013

Victrex Showcases New High Performance Polymer-Based Applications and Products at K 2013

Under the banner “From Challenge to Benefit,” Victrex Polymer Solutions is presenting new applications and products based on its high performance polymers at K 2013 (Hall 5, Stand A23) in Düsseldorf, Germany. The thermoplastics help to reduce weight, energy consumption and costs in very demanding application areas which are difficult to realize with other materials.

From Victrex plc. 24 Jul 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

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

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.

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

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

Molecular Level Disorder Improves Polymers' Performance

Technische Universität Kaiserslautern Deploys Linkam LTS420 Temperature Stage for Crystallization Studies

New Synthetic Material with Strength-Building Ability

Intelligent Plastics Play a Vital Role in the Modern World

New Ultramid Polymerization Plant Being Built by BASF in Shanghai

OMNOVA to Repurpose Excess Styrene Butadiene Latex Capacity at Mogadore Plant

Super Absorbent Polymers, Adhesives and Sealants Industry Boost Growth of Global Acrylic Acid Market

Drinktec 2013: Porvair to Showcase Novel Polyphenol Removal Product for Stabilization of Beer and Wine

Saint-Gobain Seals Group Receives EU Certifications for Fluoroloy A79 for Food Applications

Victrex Showcases New High Performance Polymer-Based Applications and Products at K 2013

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

Transforming AFM Systems with the Galaxy Dual Controller

Unlock Precision in Wafer Measurement with MicroProf AP

ELEMENTRAC CN-r for High-Throughput Laboratories

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Hydrogen Carrier Gas Accelerates Essential Oil Analyses Without Sacrificing Performance

What Equipment is Used in Surface Metrology?

Material Matters: Building Effective Glove Boxes for Sensitive Applications

Real-Time Detection of Hazardous Compounds

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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

1Discovering Stable Single-Electron Covalent Bond Between Carbon Atoms

2Potential graphene breakthrough in carbon capture

3Absolute EMS Expands Capabilities to Support the AI Industry with High-Complexity, High-Reliability PCB Assembly Services

4The Potential of 3D Printed Tungsten for Nuclear Reactor Applications

5Method to Create High-Performance, Easily Recyclable Plastics Developed

6Imaging Anode-Free Solid-State Batteries using Electron Backscatter Diffraction

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