Materials: Marine-Grade PC for Flexible Boat Enclosures
Covestro’s new Makrolon PC sheet provides a clear, unobstructed view on the water.

The “Holy Grail” of PC Glazing Appears on the Sporty Electric Tommykaira ZZ
Teijin has developed the world’s first “pillar-less” PC windshield for a commercial car.

Rubbery, Velvety, Silky: Properties of Coated Auto Plastic Parts
HapticMapping is an objective approach for determining the haptic properties of PUR-coated plastics.

New Resins & Additives Galore at K 2016
A wide range of interesting developments in materials technologies were sprinkled in with some intriguing announcements of new ventures at K 2016.

K 2016 Proves Additive Manufacturing Has Staying Power
K 2016 made clear that additive manufacturing is establishing a prominent position at the triennial show among long-running mainstays like injection molding, extrusion, blowmolding and thermoforming.

K2016 Reporter’s Notebook: Materials News
Celanese to offer PEEK, TPE; SABIC eyes new Gulf Coast facility; Covestro displays automotive, electronics innovations; and Baerlocher launches heat stabilizer for recycled resins.

K 2016 Preview: Materials & Additives
Driving the wide range of new developments in engineered plastics and additives are higher performance, safety, and sustainability.

Smart Electronics for Luminous, Smart, Sustainable Clothing
Covestro will “shine” at K 2016 showcasing an item of luminous clothing with a TPU formable film/copper laminate as key.

Innovation On the Agenda at TCC Auto 2016
Lots of new developments discussed including Covestro’s strategy to launch continuous reinforced PC sheet.

MATERIALS: Novel "Cool Black" PC for High-Gloss Auto Exteriors
Covestro's new Makrolon AX with high-performance coatings targeted to roof trim and pillar applications.

New Materials Shine Bright In Growing LED Market
Rapid expansion of LED technology has spurred development of new formulations for a wide range of lighting components. Here are examples of activity in this fast-moving field.

Polymers On Board Round-the-World Solar Flight
Plastics Technology was on the scene when the pioneering solar-powered Solar Impulse 2 landed in Phoenix, Ariz. on May 2.

Covestro in Collaboration to Develop Innovative, High-Strength Polycarbonates
Covestro is teaming up with Nanodax, which has developed "glass wool" reinforcing filler technology for plastics.

APPLICATION: PC/ABS and TPU Offer Biocompatibility, Durability to Mobile Patient Monitor
Continuous patient-monitoring systems require materials that are durable enough to protect interior components but will not irritate the patient’s skin.

Industrial Bulletproof Lenses Made with New PC
Covestro’s “extremely” impact-resistant PC used for safety glasses, face shields.

A Look Back at 3D Printing in 2015
3D printing is an exciting industry – there’s always something new going on.

Carbodeon Granted U.S. Patent for Nanodiamond-Containing Plastics
With thermally conductive plastics rapidly growing in demand, the addition of nanodiamonds to the arsenal of thermally-conductive fillers is only welcome.