
Lilli Manolis Sherman Contributing Editor
Braskem to Explore Biobased PP Production in the U.S.
Evaluation project underway on Braskem opting to invest in biobased PP including potential partnership opportunities with clients, OEMs and suppliers.
Read MorePlastic Compounding Market to Outpace Metal & Alloy Market Growth
Study shows the plastic compounding process is being used to boost electrical properties and UV resistance while custom compounding is increasingly being used to achieve high-performance in plastic-based goods.
Read MoreSPE Automotive Awards Hail ‘Firsts’ and New Technologies
The 2022 automotive innovations awards gave nods to several ‘firsts’ and added alternative vehicle systems category
Read MoreCross-Linkable Formulations for Photovoltaic Cables
Avient’s Eccoh XL 8148 PE-based formulations support the rising need for solar power generation.
Read MoreHalogen-Free Flame Retardant for PC Film or Sheet
CAI’s new proprietary ST-SR487 additive in compounded PC achieved UL 94 VO with 0.25mm thick film.
Read MoreCJ Biomaterials Launched First Consumer Brand Cosmetic Packaging Application
Olive Young’s Wakemake cushion container made of PHA and PLA
Read MoreCorpus Christi Polymer Resumes Construction of PTA/PET Plant
When CCP starts production in 2025, this will be the largest vertically-integrated PTA-PET production facility in the world.
Read MoreBraskem Acquires Filament Supplier Taulman3D
The acquisition expands Braskem’s portfolio of 3D polyolefin-based filaments to nylon, recycled PETG and PET.
Read MoreCelanese to ‘Shine’ at CES 2023 with Expanded Portfolio of Materials
With it acquisition of DuPont’s engineering resins, Celanese’s resin solutions for automotive electrification, e-mobility and consumer electronics are plentiful.
Read MorePrices of Volume Resins Drop--Except for PE
The downward trajectory appears to be continuing into the first quarter for most resin prices, though PE and possibly PP may remain somewhat stable.
Read MoreSPE Automotive Awards Applaud ‘Firsts’ and Emerging Technologies
The 51st annual SPE Automotive Innovation awards gave nods to several ‘firsts’ and added alternative vehicle systems category.
Read MoreIneos Styrolution Aims to Create First Large-Scale Home Appliance Closed-Loop Circular Economy System
This, through collaboration in China with waste recycler GER and appliance manufacturer Midea.
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