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Teknor Apex Launch New RoHS Compliant Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) Compounds

A new class of thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) compounds that is fully RoHS-compliant meets stringent UL criteria for fire retardance while providing flexibility and toughness over a broad temperature range

From Teknor Apex 2 Dec 2008

Austria to Invest EUR 3 Million in Plastic Engineering Education Programmes

From winter semester 2009/10, Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU, Austria) will offer a completely new programme of Bachelor and Master degrees in Material Sciences focused on Plastics Engineering. The disciplines of P...

1 Dec 2008

Certech Business of Morgan Advanced Materials Offers High-Quality Ceramic Cores for Production of IGT Blades

The Certech business of Morgan Advanced Materials (MTC), offers high-quality ceramic cores for the production of industrial gas turbine (IGT) blades. MTC is a leading manufacturer of innovative ceramic, glass, metal and engineered coating solutions.

From Morgan Advanced Materials 1 Dec 2008

New Laser Deposition Welding and Milling Machine Help Boost Engineering Productivity

Improving the productivity of machining processes is one of the basic requirements in every machine-tool engineering specification. The Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWS in Dresden has integrated ...

30 Nov 2008

Scientists Unravel Secret to Plastic Toughness

Plastics are everywhere in our modern world, largely due to properties that render the materials tough and durable, but lightweight and easily workable. One of their most useful qualities, however - the ability to bend r...

27 Nov 2008

High Speed, High Accuracy 3D Surface Analysis of Materials with the Axio CSM 700

Axio CSM 700 confocal microscope from Carl
Zeiss offers outstanding price/performance for materials scientists.

From Carl Zeiss Microscopy GmbH 27 Nov 2008

High Speed Energy Efficient Screw Cap Packaging Machine on Display at Arabplast

For the first time, Arburg
will be exhibiting at the Arabplast in Dubai from 10 to 13 January. One highlight
of its product range that will be awaiting trade visitors on Arburg’s
stand, number ZR110 in Hall 1, is the energy-efficient, electric Allrounder
570 A, with a high-speed packaging application: 24 screw caps will be produced
in a cycle time of 4.8 seconds.

From Linde plc 26 Nov 2008

Sigma-Aldrich Release New "Materials by Application" Materials Science Catalog

The catalog features more than 4,000 products for research in Alternative Energy, Organic Electronics, Metal & Ceramic Science, Nanomaterials, Micro/NanoElectronics and Polymer Science.

From Sigma-Aldrich 26 Nov 2008

Radiation Shield Technologies Introduce New Ratiation-Bloacking Medical Garments

Ronald F. DeMeo, M.D., M.B.A., president and chief executive officer with Radiation Shield Technologies (RST), will introduce the new Demron-M radiation-blocking medical garments at the Radiological Society of North Amer...

26 Nov 2008

Researchers Create Polymer Solar Cells with High Efficiency Levels and Cost Reduction

Currently, solar cells are difficult to handle, expensive to purchase and complicated to install. The hope is that consumers will one day be able to buy solar cells from their local hardware store and simply hang them li...

26 Nov 2008

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

Teknor Apex Launch New RoHS Compliant Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) Compounds

Austria to Invest EUR 3 Million in Plastic Engineering Education Programmes

Certech Business of Morgan Advanced Materials Offers High-Quality Ceramic Cores for Production of IGT Blades

New Laser Deposition Welding and Milling Machine Help Boost Engineering Productivity

Scientists Unravel Secret to Plastic Toughness

High Speed, High Accuracy 3D Surface Analysis of Materials with the Axio CSM 700

High Speed Energy Efficient Screw Cap Packaging Machine on Display at Arabplast

Sigma-Aldrich Release New "Materials by Application" Materials Science Catalog

Radiation Shield Technologies Introduce New Ratiation-Bloacking Medical Garments

Researchers Create Polymer Solar Cells with High Efficiency Levels and Cost Reduction

How IKK Uses Extruders in Polymer Recycling Opportunities

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

Particle Size Analysis: Focus on the Essentials with the New Camsizer S1

Unlock Precision in Wafer Measurement with MicroProf AP

ELEMENTRAC CN-r for High-Throughput Laboratories

High-Resolution Industrial X-Ray CT Scanner

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What is the Difference Between Glass and Ceramics?

The Hidden Dangers of BPA in Plastic Water Bottles and How to Test for Them

How to Optimize Semiconductor Lithography with Multi-Sensor Metrology

Optimization Of The Absorption Solution For Measuring Bromine Content In Polystyrene Using Combustion IC

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

How IKK Uses Extruders in Polymer Recycling Opportunities

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

Particle Size Analysis: Focus on the Essentials with the New Camsizer S1

1Discovering Stable Single-Electron Covalent Bond Between Carbon Atoms

2Introducing the Quantum Diamond Microscope from Quantum Catalyzer

3New Cathode Material for Lithium-Ion Batteries

4Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Drive Electrolyte Innovation

5Sustainable Sunscreen Alternative Developed Using Lignin and Titanium Dioxide

6AI-Powered Catalyst Design for Efficient Hydrogen Generation, Carbon Capture, and Energy Storage

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