Construction
Bayer Exploring Use of CO2 to Make Plastics
With one application near commercialization, Bayer's research into CO2 as a raw material for making plastics looks promising.
Read More
Is Residential Construction Softening or Bottoming Out?
Signs are mixed. But we expect housing permits to grow faster next year and take plastics parts production along for the ride.
Read MoreLonza Appoints KODA For Distribution Of Functional Chemicals
Lonza Industrial expands its relationship with KODA Distribution by choosing the company for distribution of its functional chemicals, such as lubricants for plastics.
Read More
A Step In 'Right' Direction: Nova Chem. Drops PE Contract Prices
One major PE player is offering the first reduction on PE contract prices in two years. Will others see fit to do the same?
Read More
Ineos Completes Full Acquisition of Styrolution
Now fully-owned by Ineos, Styrolution will continue to operate as a stand-alone ´óÏó´«Ã½ within Ineos Industries Holdings.
Read More
Are PE Prices Likely To Drop?
It now appears feasible that PE prices will remain flat for a while with perhaps some potential for decline.
Read More
Global Lactic Acid Producer Plans To Enter PLA Business
Corbion Purac's CEO is aiming to forward integrate his company from lactic acid producer to PLA producer.
Read MoreItalian Compounder Starts Up U.S. Production
The So.F.Ter Group has brought on line its first U.S. plant to produce a broad range of compounds.
Read More
Advancements Discussed At Plating-On-Plastic Summit
MacDermid hosted a Plastic-On-Plastic Summit where the latest advancements in POP technology were discussed.
Read More
Expanded NPE3D Pavilion Announced By SPI
Eighteen companies are already planning to exhibit in the newly-expanded NPE3D pavillion at NPE2015.
Read More