End Markets
Highlights of Thermoplastic Composites at JEC 2017
No shortage of new developments in thermoplastic composites at the big show.
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Danone, Nestle & Startup to Accelerate All-Biobased PET Bottle
The NaturALL Bottle Alliance is aiming for commercial launch as early as 2020.
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Borealis Starts ADCA-Free Foamed HDPE for Communication Cable
The development is said to be the first of its kind, and it meets Cat 6, Cat 7 and Cat 8 standards for physically foamed data cables.
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More High-Performance Materials for Additive Mfg Emerge
Included are high-temperature formulations for 3D-printed tooling.
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Kuraray America Celebrates 30th Anniversary With Advances
Developments include new EVOH and Plantic bio-based plastic.
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Former Has a Full-Blown Focus on Sustainability
Shepherd Thermoforming’s operation has spared millions of PET bottles from death by landfill. It also has taken steps to slash its own energy and water consumption.
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Growth in Electronics Production to Remain Weak
Spending on electronics has been growing, but the pace is probably not sustainable.
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Prices Up for All Commodity Resins, Including ABS, PC, Nylons 6, 66
Reversal of some factors driving prices up could change the trajectory in the second or third quarter.
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Mid South Extrusion Upgrades Film Capabilities
Film processor adds new Davis-Standard 6-in. extruder and makes a variety of other line upgrades.
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