Lilli Manolis Sherman

Lilli Manolis Sherman Contributing Editor

Lanxess’ High Performance Materials Business Unit to be Legally Independent

New restructuring expected to result in the best possible growth opportunities in the high-performance plastics ´óÏó´«Ã½

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EcoCore PP-Based Recyclable and Reusable ‘Zero-Waste’ Cups Used At COP26

Bockatech’s EcoCor foam core technology for lightweight and reusable packaging ‘starred’ at this year’s conference.  

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Glass-Reinforced Nylon 66 Compounds Selected for Water Pumps

Domo’s Technyl nylon compound selected by manufacturer of pumps for building services, water management and industrial applications.

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Biopolymers

Danimer Scientific and Total Corbion PLA Collaborate on Production of Bioplastics

This strategic collaboration will support long-term growth of bioplastics production requiring a blend of PHA and PLA inputs.

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Additives

Arxada and Troy to Join in Creating a Comprehensive Offering in Microbial Control

The combined company’s technology synergies will accelerate innovation and technical solutions for customers.  

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DuPont to Acquire Advanced Materials Manufacturer Rogers Corp.

Acquisition will expand DuPont’s leadership position in advanced materials for high-growth markets including electric vehicles and 5G telecommunications.

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Elastomers

Teknor Adds Arvitec Coextrusion Line at its German Manufacturing Facility’s Application Lab

The expanded lab’s technical capabilities are greatly enhanced in support of development projects.

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Materials

ASTM International Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Mexico’s National Standard Body

  With Mexican and U.S. plastics industries so intertwined, this MoU is a noteworthy action.

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PE, PP, PS Prices Heading Down

There could be significant price corrections for some resins as supply outpaces demand.

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Additives

Chroma Color Further Expands Business with Latest Acquisition of J.Meyer & Sons

The acquisition of the German-based company expands Chroma’s offerings of color concentrates and masterbatches for the medical and pharmaceutical markets.

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SABIC Completes Significant Updates to its PC Production Equipment

Improvements at SABIC’s Mt. Vernon, Ind., includes a 30% increase in efficiency.

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Testing

Ametek Launches New Expert Surface Inspection System Services

Ametek’s new AMECare Performance Services designed to enhance inspection systems, reduce downtime and maximize return on investment.

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