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Victrex PEEK Thermoplastic Polymer Qualified by Airbus for Aircraft Part Manufacturing

Victrex, the world’s leading manufacturer of PEEK polymer solutions, announced today that it has successfully secured the qualification of its VICTREX® PEEK 90HMF40 polymer with Airbus, a leading aircraft manufacturer.

From Victrex plc. 26 Jun 2013

BASF Aims Profitable Growth with Realigned Specialty Plastics Business

BASF aims to continue growing faster than the market with its downstream plastics, as well as large-volume monomers and commodity polymers. By bundling all specialty polymers in the newly created Performance Materials division, the company has further strengthened its focus on the needs of its customers.

From BASF Corporation 26 Jun 2013

Recycled Plastics Help Make Greener Gardens and Lawns

Our lawns and gardens seem to be all about the “green” … We spend a lot of green on our lawns and gardens—over $2 billion a year in Canada. We grow a lot of greens—nearly a third of us grow food in our gardens. And many companies now make outdoor gardening products with recycled plastics—this contributes to sustainability and makes our lawns and gardens a bit greener.

26 Jun 2013

BASF’s New Performance Materials Division Adds Value to the Company

BASF created the new Performance Materials Division in January of 2013. In keeping with differentiation on the basis of business model and customer requirements, units with a customer and industry sector focus are now separated more clearly from units that focus on chemistry and production. The new Division Performance Materials combines as never before in one entity materials know-how and the innovative, customized plastics from BASF.

From BASF Corporation 26 Jun 2013

SO.F.TER. to Build New Engineering Plastics and Thermoplastic Elastomers Plant in US

The SO.F.TER. GROUP, one of the world’s largest independent compounders with headquarters in Forlì, Italy, announces the construction of a new operation in the United States.

26 Jun 2013

New Biodegradable Technologies for the Philippines Market Introduced by ENSO Plastics

The grace period for Makati City Ordinance No. 2003-095 has ended. This ordinance bans the use, sale and distribution of plastics that are non-biodegradable. To help manufacturers comply with the city ordinance ENSO Plastics announces two new biodegradable technologies for the Philippines market – ENSO RENEW™ and ENSO RESTORE™.

From ENSO Plastics 24 Jun 2013

New Dishwasher-durable Tritan Copolyester Material from Eastman Chemical Company

Tritan™ copolyester from Eastman Chemical Company offers a tough, dishwasher-durable and clear alternative to other plastic materials available to housewares and small appliance brand owners.

21 Jun 2013

Polymer Group to Expand Production Capacity for High Quality Nonwoven Products

Polymer Group, Inc. (PGI) announced today that it will invest in a strategic site in Nanhai, China that will enable the company to expand its manufacturing capacity for high quality nonwoven products for the global hygiene and healthcare markets it serves.

19 Jun 2013

New Report Analyzes Global Market for Thermoplastic Elastomers

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Thermoplastic Elastomers Market By Types (SBC, TPO, TPV, TPU, COPE, PEBA), Applications & Geography Trends & Forecasts To 2018" report to their offering.

From Research and Markets 19 Jun 2013

Novel Polycarbonate Resin for In-Mold Decoration

Teijin Limited announced today its development of a polycarbonate (PC) resin suitable for in-mold decoration, an efficient method of decorating plastic parts during the injection molding process. The new PC resin will allow manufacturers to enhance productivity while reducing product weight.

From Teijin Limited 18 Jun 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

Victrex PEEK Thermoplastic Polymer Qualified by Airbus for Aircraft Part Manufacturing

BASF Aims Profitable Growth with Realigned Specialty Plastics Business

Recycled Plastics Help Make Greener Gardens and Lawns

BASF’s New Performance Materials Division Adds Value to the Company

SO.F.TER. to Build New Engineering Plastics and Thermoplastic Elastomers Plant in US

New Biodegradable Technologies for the Philippines Market Introduced by ENSO Plastics

New Dishwasher-durable Tritan Copolyester Material from Eastman Chemical Company

Polymer Group to Expand Production Capacity for High Quality Nonwoven Products

New Report Analyzes Global Market for Thermoplastic Elastomers

Novel Polycarbonate Resin for In-Mold Decoration

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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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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