Additives

Additives

NPE2018 New Technology Focus: Additives

The broad range of new additives includes modifiers, silicone additives for various polyolefins, compatibilizers PET and PLA, a blowing agent reinforced nylons, flame-retardant synergists for wire & cable, unique colorants, and color-tracking software for liquid-color metering devices. 

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color

Changing the Game in Liquid Color

Riverdale Global’s ‘Computerized Color’ technology and service offerings continue to evolve.

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First PE Blown Films with Graphite Nanotubes Launched in China

These anti-static PE films containing OCSIAL's nanotubes are made by a electronic products packaging manufacturer. 

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Commodity Resins

Materials Innovations for Film, Molding & Automotive

Highlights of the SPE Polyolefins Conference included a ‘game-changing’ LLDPE family, and new stabilizers and other additives for film extrusion and all types of molding.

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Additives

PolyOne Emphasizes its Materials & Services in Future Mobility Innovations

At its Investors Day at NPE2018, PolyOne will present details about transportation solutions as one of several high-growth focus areas.

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Elastomers

DowDuPont to Invest in Expansion of Specialty Resins and Additives

A series of investments totaling about $100 million over the next two years by DowDupont, Midland, Mich., is aimed at expanding manufacturing capacity and facility modernization at the Sabine River Works (SRW) plant in Orange County, Texas.

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New Custom-Made Colorant and Additive Masterbatches

Tosaf features new anti-fog barrier for film and packaging; a new chemical-resistant UV masterbatch and more.

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Conductive Blacks for Automotive Body Parts Debut

Orion's XPB 633 Beads are also suited for electronic packaging and blown films for a range of packaging uses.

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Additives

Variegated Effects Colorants for Polyolefin Indoor/Outdoor Consumer Goods

Teknor's new effects colorants produce mottled, swirled, streaked or 'camouflage' colors for coolers, kayaks, containers and more.

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Compounding

Novel Flat Fiberglass Boasts Several Benefits for Thermoplastic Composites

Flat vs. round fiberglass allows higher fiber loading levels and better mechanical properties—including higher impact strength.

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Blending & Dosing
Process Cooling