End Markets

Automotive

One of the Hottest Areas of Plastics Molding

Answer that question with a definitive “Yes” by registering to attend “Thermoplastics Composites for Automotive” (TCC Auto 2016) on June 15-16 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Mich.

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Additives

Valtris Specialty Chemicals Acquires Akcros

Acquisition of Akcros broadens Valtris' plastic additives offerings and expands its global footprint.

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Techmer PM Consolidates and Expands in Midwest

Batavia, Ill. operations to become Techmer PM's "Midwest Center of Excellence".

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Automotive

First Hybrid-Molded Rear Bumper Beam on Honda FCV

Lanxess' thermoplastic composites and nylon 6 allow for one-shot molding of lightweight bumper beam.

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First PC/ABS from Post-Consumer Recycled Plastic Underway

MBA Polymers looks to be first in producing post-consumer PC/ABS pellets from shredded WEEE.

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plant tour

On-Site: The Buck Stops Here

Fully integrated manufacturing and an unwavering commitment to quality has helped position NELMAR as the ‘gold standard’ in tamper-evident security bags.

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Construction

Positive Signs for Appliance Production

Reshoring and an improved housing market bode well for appliances.

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Elastomers

AdvanTech Hopes To Open Up New Closure Market

A linerless, one-piece injection molded cap for carbonated soft drinks cuts weight dramatically.

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Keurig Switches to PP But Has Long Recycling Journey Ahead

After a decade of listening to complaints about the lack of recyclability of its K-Cups, Keurig, Waterbury, Vt., recently announced changes to its packaging but will they be enough for critics?

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First Aseptic Carton Bottle for Enriched Dairy Products

Nova Chemicals and Tetra Pak collaboration has led to recent commercialization of novel package.

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