Construction
Expect Graphene to Make its Mark in Multiple Markets
There has been a lot of buzz about graphene in recent times and for good reason. A material stronger and stiffer than carbon fiber, graphene is thought to have enormous commercial potential, but has been impractical to use on a large scale, with researchers limited to using small flakes of the material.
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Will Rise of Benzene Prices Impact Those of Nylons, ABS & PC as They Have PS?
Rising benzene prices have already impacted prices of PS and nylon 6 appears to be next.
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DuPont's Spin-Off Chemours Launched
As planned a year ago, DuPont has spun off its Performance Chemicals segment into the newly launched Chemours.
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Materials at NPE: New Solutions to Enhance Processing, Performance, Sustainability & Cost
There was no shortage of new thermoplastics and additives covering the full range of end-use applications.
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Will BASF's Nylon 66 Force Majeure Impact the Domestic Market?
Duration of force majeure at BASF's nylon 66 UK production facility uncertain at moment.
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Huber Broadens Halogen-Free FR Portfolio
Through its new acquisition of the Safire phosphorus and nitrogen flame-retardant technology, Huber further diversifies its already broad portfolio of halogen-free flame retardants.
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Quanex Expands With Acquisition of U.K.'s' HL Plastics
Leading North American suppliers of energy-efficient window and door systems acquires major U.K. PVC extrusion company.
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Nylon, PBT Keys in Energy-Conserving Tankless Water Heaters
Seisco's next-generation residential tankless water heaters use DuPont's high heat resistant nylon and high impact resistant PBT.
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DSM & Ascend In Global Strategic Nylon 66 Supply Alliance
Full portfolio of nylon 66 compounds now globally available through supply alliance.
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Bergamid Nylon Compounds Now UL Certified
PolyOne's specialty Begamid nylon compounds have UL certification for outdoor use.
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