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Perstorp to Debut Capa Thermoplastic Products for Bioplastics at K Fair 2013

Perstorp, world leader in specialty chemicals, will be launching its proven technology Capa™ Thermoplastic products for bioplastics at K Fair, 2013.

From Perstorp Holding AB 5 Jul 2013

BASF’s Hydrolysis-Resistant Polybutylene Terephthalate for Automotive Electrics

The challenges for materials in the automotive drive technology include amongst others high temperatures, moisture and vibrations. In order to be able to withstand such an environment over the service life of a car, the plastics used often have to be specially equipped.

4 Jul 2013

BASF Introduces Intelligent Plastic Solutions that can Replace Metals

When it comes to replacing metals with intelligent plastic solutions, one can easily lose track of the spectrum of possible applications, also beyond the realm of automotive construction. Handles for doors and windows often have internal parts made of die-cast zinc that can be replaced with plastic. Heavy and expensive metals are still being used for sports equipment, household appliances, furniture and even for thermal separators and assembly systems in solar modules.

From BASF Corporation 4 Jul 2013

Coperion Provides Compounding Lines for BASF Shanghai’s Engineering Plastics Plant

Coperion GmbH, Stuttgart/Germany, is growing business at an accelerated rate at its production site in Shanghai/China, through its successful interdisciplinary collaboration between its various global sites, and they are doing this by building complete turnkey compounding lines for the production of engineering plastics.

From Coperion GmbH 4 Jul 2013

BASF Develops Expanded Thermoplastic Polyurethane

In plastics research, there are various ways of developing innovative and potentially successful new materials. Additives help to give familiar substances new properties, while mixing polymers can lead to some interesting blends. Sometimes progress comes from using processing techniques that were previously reserved for other materials: when it came to the latest addition to the BASF foam plastics family, the company's technological expertise in particle foams was combined with its experience with thermoplastic polyurethanes.

From BASF Corporation 2 Jul 2013

FKuR Expand Sales and Technical Support for Green PE in USA and Canada

Global biopolymer leader, Braskem, and bioplastics specialist, FKuR, expand their distribution agreement for Green PE.

From FKuR Kunststoff GmbH 1 Jul 2013

BASF’s Specialty Polyamide Helps Design Wästberg’s New Table Lamp

Literally in a new light, the designfabrik® at BASF is presenting its self with its latest project: the Winkel w127, a lamp designed by Dirk Winkel and produced by the renowned Swedish designer lamp manufacturer Wästberg.

From BASF Corporation 1 Jul 2013

US Demand for High Temperature Plastics Forecast to Reach $3.1 Billion in 2017

Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: US High-Temperature Plastics Market

From Report Linker 29 Jun 2013

BASF Introduces Blow-Molding Grade of Ultramid Endure Polyamide-Based Injection-Molding Material

In a few months, the strict limits laid down by the Euro 6 exhaust gas standard will become reality. Depending on the kind of vehicle they demand considerable reductions when it comes to the nitrogen oxide and hydrocarbon emissions as well as the soot particles.

From BASF Corporation 28 Jun 2013

Increasing Investments in Automotive Sector may Boost Mexican Engineering Plastics Market

Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Analysis of the Engineering Plastics Market in Mexico

From Report Linker 28 Jun 2013

Editorial Highlights

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

Perstorp to Debut Capa Thermoplastic Products for Bioplastics at K Fair 2013

BASF’s Hydrolysis-Resistant Polybutylene Terephthalate for Automotive Electrics

BASF Introduces Intelligent Plastic Solutions that can Replace Metals

Coperion Provides Compounding Lines for BASF Shanghai’s Engineering Plastics Plant

BASF Develops Expanded Thermoplastic Polyurethane

FKuR Expand Sales and Technical Support for Green PE in USA and Canada

BASF’s Specialty Polyamide Helps Design Wästberg’s New Table Lamp

US Demand for High Temperature Plastics Forecast to Reach $3.1 Billion in 2017

BASF Introduces Blow-Molding Grade of Ultramid Endure Polyamide-Based Injection-Molding Material

Increasing Investments in Automotive Sector may Boost Mexican Engineering Plastics Market

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

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Editorial Highlights

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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