Breaking News Advanced Application Technology for Next Generation Wound Care and Medical Garments February 13, 2014 / March 14, 2017 by plasticsinfomart CLEVELAND, February 7, 2014 –The Lubrizol Corporation’s LifeScience Polymers group will feature its breathable, medical-grade thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) technology at MD&M West 2014. Benefits of this technology include 100% viral and blood barrier protection, even at extrusion layers as thin as 25 microns; one-way transmission of moisture for advanced breathability; a soft, textile-like feel; improved […] Read more »
Material News Solvay’s Radel® PPSU Utilized in Micro-Diameter Variable Flexibility Medical Tubing February 13, 2014 by plasticsinfomart ALPHARETTA, Ga., February 11, 2014 – RiverTech Medical, a Vention Medical Company, based in Chattanooga, Tenn., has developed precision micro-tubing with variable flexibility for catheter-based medical devices. The micro-tubing offers two to three different stiffnesses and flexibilities within one tubing component for catheter-based medical device procedures such as angioplasty, stent placements, and thrombectomy. There is […] Read more »
Industry Intertronics New UV Cure Optical Display Adhesives Offer Crystal Clear Non-Yellowing Bonds February 13, 2014 / March 7, 2017 by plasticsinfomart Dymax light-curable optical display bonding adhesives from Intertronics are specifically formulated for applications where durable, crystal-clear, invisible bonds are required. Their fast, on-demand cure allows substrates to be repositioned precisely until parts are ready to be cured. These one-part LCD adhesives are designed for touch panel assembly including bonding flat panel displays, LCD screens, tablets, […] Read more »
Industry Greater Success of Plastic Industry India February 13, 2014 by plasticsinfomart India began its journey in 1957 with most promising opening and started producing polystyrene. Thereafter a number of progressive processes have been developed and used to grow and diversify the plastic industry. Today India is the biggest plastic industry possessor which is employing four million people. Moreover, it has two thousand exporters. It is the […] Read more »
Recycling News Closed Loop Recycling responds to new MRF regulations February 12, 2014 by plasticsinfomart New MRF regulations have formally been laid before Parliament today (Wednesday 12th February). The MRF Code of Practice is being put forward as part of amendments to the Environmental Permitting Regulations which will come into effect in October. Responding to the new regulations, Chris Dow, CEO of Closed Loop Recycling said: “The UK recycling industry […] Read more »
Industry The Biggest Business Opportunities for the Plastics Industry-PlastIndia 2015 Opens its Doors February 12, 2014 by plasticsinfomart Frankfurt, 10th February, 2014: PlastIndia Foundation formally announced PlastIndia 2015 (PI 2015) Exhibition from 5-10 February 2015 to be held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi with the rousing tagline of ‘Expanding Horizons’. The ninth edition of the exhibition was unveiled at an inaugural function attended by stalwarts of the industry. Plastindia 2015, which is slated […] Read more »
Industry NPd partnerships are the future says KM packaging services February 12, 2014 by plasticsinfomart Despite the anticipated negative impact of raw material price increases in the coming year, food manufacturers should avoid cutting corners for fear of generating more waste and thus potentially increasing costs – according to KM Packaging Services Commercial Director Graham Holding. A survey by FoodManufacture.co.uk revealed a massive 88% of respondents fear the impact of raw material price […] Read more »
Product News Healthcare market to profit from SABIC’s extended plastics portfolio, unveiled at Pharmapack 2014 February 12, 2014 by plasticsinfomart SITTARD, The Netherlands, February 12, 2014 – SABIC is coming to Pharmapack Europe 2014 (Paris, February 12-13) to demonstrate its intent to further expand into the healthcare market. On Stand 354, SABIC will introduce two new pharmaceutical grades of polypropylene intended for syringes, other medical dosing application devices and also for packaging for healthcare applications. […] Read more »
