Consumer Products

Chemours Acquires Mining Operations of Southern Ionics Minerals

The acquisition provides Chemours with tremendous scalability and flexibiltiy to internally source ore, nearly doubling its capacity, particularly of Ti-Pure TiO2.

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RTP Acquires Zeotherm TPV Technology

New acquisition expands RTP’s already diverse portfolio of TPEs.

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Prices of Polyolefins, PET Softer; PS, PVC Up for Short Term

Overall, supply outstripping demand likely to keep price trajectory flat-to-down.

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Electronics

SABIC Defers Discussions with Clariant on Merger with its Specialties Business

Continuation of discussions welcome by SABIC when market conditions improve.

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Automotive

Manufacturing Looks To a New Generation for Employees

Could Generation Z help bridge the yawning workforce gap in manufacturing?

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polystyrene

Downward Pricing for Polyolefins, PET; Flat-to-Up for PS, PVC

Overall, slowed global demand and improved supply/demand balance scenarios are likely to keep prices of the five volume resins relatively stable.  

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Molder of Large Totes Save Material & Energy Costs with Recycled PP

Aaron Industries’ 100% recycled PP compound fortified with Milliken’s specialty modifier boosts MFI and retains strength.

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A Bright Future for Thermally Conductive Plastics

Lighter weight, lower cost, and greater impact strength, moldability and customization are rapidly driving demand for thermoplastics that help keep electronics, lighting and car engines cool.

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Packaging

ExxonMobil and SABIC to Proceed with Olefins/PE Joint Venture

A major 50/50 olefins joint venture project first announced in 2016, by ExxonMobil Chemical and SABIC, has received final environmental regulatory approval.

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Construction

Dukane Expands and Strengthens Laser Plastic Welding Offerings Through Acquisition

Acquisition of Oregon Laser Welding Equipment Company’s Blackhawk Technology Group finalized by Dukane.

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Plastics Size Reduction
Blending & Dosing