Ampacet Corp.

Denesting aid for thermoformed and injection molded packaging also helps with mold release and scratch reduction.

WEB EXCLUSIVE: A new high-efficiency antioxidant masterbatch protects reprocessed or recycled polyolefins from degradation during processing, allowing film processors to use more recycle.

WEB EXCLUSIVE: Brushed Brilliance is a new series of color masterbatches for PET from Ampacet Corp., Tarrytown, N.Y., that offers the look of brushed aluminum.

A new “color-leveling” additive allows injection molders to run all colors in polypropylene at the same cycle-speed settings without adverse effects on shrinkage or warpage.

Ampacet, Tarrytown, N.Y., has expanded its range of clear light-diffuser masterbatches beyond polycarbonate and acrylic to include ABS.

A new color masterbatch is said to offer an upscale, trendy alternative to brushed aluminum.

WEB EXCLUSIVE A new color masterbatch is said to offer an upscale, trendy alternative to brushed aluminum.

WEB EXCLUSIVE A new transparent color masterbatch is said to offer an exciting fluorescent appearance to PET bottles energy drinks and personal-care products.

A new UV concentrate contains a proprietary additive said to eliminate the typical yellow hue of UV-stabilized PET.

Plastics are going “green,” but they will need some help to get there. Biodegradable polymers derived from renewable resources are attracting lots of interest and publicity, but that enthusiasm is counterbalanced by persistent questions of availability, cost, performance, and processability. All these issues are inter-related: Increasing demand will lead to more capacity, which will presumably lead to lower prices. But the foundation is market demand, which ultimately depends on whether biopolymers will have the performance properties and processability to compete with existing non-renewable plastics.

Two new amber color concentrates are specially designed for PET pharmaceutical prescription bottles.

Broader use of plastics in building products and a growing desire to minimize painting of automotive parts is increasing the need for reliable predictions of light stability and weathering performance.

Two new color masterbatches that give a frosted-glass look to PET bottles or thermoformed containers for cosmetics, alcoholic beverages, and other high-end consumer goods come from Ampacet Corp., Tarrytown, N.Y.

A line of special-effect masterbatches reportedly gives PET packaging colors of metallic refl ectivity, depth, and intensity.

Two new lines of color and additive concentrates for PET are based on compatible resin carriers that reportedly eliminate the need for predrying due to their low moisture absorption.

A proprietary combination of a specialty HDPE and a high-gloss color masterbatch is said to yield PET-like gloss in molded packaging for personal care, cosmetics, and food markets.

Do you know how masterbatch ingredients, processing, storage, and handling can affect taste and odor in packaged products? Here’s an introduction to the numerous factors in organoleptic properties and how they are measured.

New color masterbatches give a frosted-glass look to PET bottles for cosmetics, alcoholic beverages, and other high-end consumer goods.

A new chemical purging agent boasts twice the efficiency of previous products.

Filler isn’t a bad word in T-shirt bags and can liners any more.

Ampacet Corp., Tarrytown, N.Y., has sold its Crockett, Texas, compounding plant to custom compounder Alloy Polymers Inc., Richmond, Va.

Ampacet Corp., Tarrytown, N.Y., has added a new twin-screw compounding line at Heath, Ohio, that increases capacity there by 20%. The new line will produce custom color concentrates for injection and blow molded packaging.

Newer specialty slip masterbatches go beyond traditional capabilities to provide greater thermal stability, reliability, and ability to hold COF steady during laminating.

Processors reportedly can expect faster and easier color changes with the new family of SmartColor masterbatches from Ampacet Corp., Tarrytown, N.Y.

A new additive masterbatch for LDPE, LLDPE, and EVA removes taste- and odor-causing molecules from food-packaging films, trash bags, extrusion coatings, pipe, molded containers, and beverage caps.

Ultrasonic level sensors have had trouble accurately measuring plastic pellets within silos and bins, but new technology can provide more reliable readings and avoid unpleasant surprises.

Lots of new additive and color concentrates will be displayed at NPE 2000. There will also be new pigments, including some for laser marking. Several new processing aids and modifiers for thermoplastics and thermosets are slated to debut. Also look for new mold releases and a purging agent for optical disc resins. Interesting new fillers include a new electroconductive wollastonite and high-impact wollastonite grades for automotive applications.

With prices going up and up, and supplies getting snugger, it's time to re-examine the available extender pigments that can make TiO2 go further.