Film Structure Designs Formulated with PCR Debuted by Nova Chemicals
Nova’s new series of customizable film structure designs formulated with post-consumer resin.
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Busting Myths: How Additive Polymers Affect Builds
With advances in additive polymers, it may be time to consider moving a traditionally manufactured part to 3D printing.
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UV Stabilizer for High-Speed PET Dairy Bottle Production
Holland Colours’ new Holcomer Thermostretch said to address how to accelerate PET production while maintaining a high level of light barrier protection.
Danimer Scientific Hires Innovative Packaging Expert
Newly hired v.p. of technology development Brad Rodgers to guide development of Danimer’s Nodax PHA for food & beverage, consumer packaged goods and more.
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Running PCR? Optimize Performance & Processability with Stabilizers
Proper stabilization of PCR is vital to enable production of molded and extruded parts to meet brand-owner requirements.
Carbon-Fiber ABS for a Broader Range of FDM 3D Printers
Stratasys’ new FDM ABS-CF10 is the first thermoplastic composite material for its line of F123 Series 3D printers which combine FDM technology with design-to-print GrabCAD print software.
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Lanxess to Acquire Emerald Kalama Chemicals
Emerald Kalama’s additives for plastics include non-phthalate PVC plasticizers and polyolefin modifiers.
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'Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day' Recognized on Feb. 20.
Plastics additives and adhesives supplier Mayzo has joined the worldwide campaign engaging girls in the engineering field.
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Freezing Weather Conditions in the Gulf Coast Suspend Production of Polyolefins
Several Texas-based olefin/polyolefin production facilities shuttered.
Milliken Joins Global Organization for PHA to Drive Adoption of Biodegradable Polymers in Single-Use Packaging
Existing and new additives technology from Milliken will be aimed at improving the processing performance, aesthetics and other key attributes of PHA biopolymers.
Eastman’s ‘Acetate Renew’ to be Used By Luxury Eyewear Manufacturer
Thélios to use Mazzucchelli new acetate sheet made from Eastman’s chemically recycled acetate.
Follow These Purging and Preventive Maintenance Tips for Your Screws and Barrels
Processors can extend the life of equipment and improve productivity by coupling a preventive-maintenance program for their screws and barrels with routine use of chemical purging compounds..
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HDPE Represents a Step-Change in Performance for Blow Molded Bottles and Containers
ExxonMobil’s new Paxon SP5504 HDPE boasts excellent ESCR without compromising stiffness, impact, top load performance, or processability
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Weatherable Polyolefin Capstocks for WPC Decking
Teknor Apex’s Weatherguard WG-9000 compounds shown to outperform standard capstocks without need for ionomer content.
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Long Fiber Reinforced Nylon Composite Replaces Aluminum Motor Housing
Avient’s Complēt LFT thermoplastic composite chosen by food processing equipment maker Bettcher to replace the cast aluminum support yoke of its Quantum Motor.
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Sustainable Global Packaging for Toilet Cleansers
Henkel’s new packaging for two brands of cleaners boast more recycle content.
New Form of 3D-Printed Material Aimed at Lighter, Safer Car Designs and More
Team of researchers led by University of Glasgow combined polyolefins with multiwall carbon nanotubes to come up with a new plate-lattice cellular ‘metamaterial’ with impressive impact resistance.
Fine Silica Fillers Improve Cost/Performance of 3D Printing Resins
AGC Chemicals says resins infused with new Solesphere fine silica gels improve product quality, performance and processing efficiencies for all three major 3D printing processes.
Performance Polypropylene: New Grades Tackle 'Engineering' Applications & Sustainability
New versions of this ultra-versatile material compete with more expensive ‘engineering’ resins and enhanced sustainability in applications from automotive and E&E to packaging, consumer goods and building construction.
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DSM and Neste in Strategic Partnership to Create High-Performance Plastics from Sustainable Feedstock
Key to the collaboration is DSM Engineering Materials which will start replacing a significant portion of the fossil feedstock used to date in the manufacture of its engineering resins with feedstock produced from recycled waste plastics and/or 100% bio-based hydrocarbons.
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Acrylic Impact Modifiers Key to Enhanced Callaway Golf Balls
Dow’s Paraloid impact modifier and a proprietary blend of Surlyn ionomers make up the hybrid cover of Callaway’s new ERC Soft and Supersoft golf balls.
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Arkema Launches ‘Start-Up Connect’ Program
Arkema’s new initiative invites start-ups specializing in advanced materials to join forces in developing future responsible materials innovations.
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Natural Zeolite Acid Scavengers Show Broad Use in Film, Packaging, Molded Parts
Endex International’s Alterin 110 & 111 aluminum silicates approved for several end-use applications in polyolefins and beyond.
'Highly Efficient' Purging Agent for Blow Molding Polyolefins
Techmer PM’s PFM117632 purging agent said to slash changeover time and offer significant sustainability benefits.
Shintech North America to Bring on New PVC Capacity; More Domestic New Capacity Underway
Shintech Louisiana announces further PVC capacity expansion plans to help reverse the supply tightness.
