Material News Polypropylene T-Edges for Furniture Provide Secure, Uniform Coverage around Curves, without Stress-Whitening or Trimming September 7, 2013 by plasticsinfomart Pliable Synres® PP Compound from Teknor Apex Enables Doellken-Woodtape to Provide an Alternative to Traditional Materials in Profiles for the Curved Edges of Office Furniture BRAMPTON, ONTARIO, CANADA, September 3, 2013: Doellken-Woodtape, a leading supplier of edgebanding to the woodworking industry, uses a new polypropylene- (PP-) based compound from Teknor Apex Company to produce T-edge […] Read more »
Material News Pevalen™ – an innovative plasticizer for sensitive applications September 7, 2013 by plasticsinfomart The Perstorp Group, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will be presenting its latest developments in plasticizers at K Fair 2013. This will include an innovative new general-purpose plasticizer, Pevalen™, developed specifically for sensitive close-to-consumer applications. Plasticizers are a vital component in soft PVC plastics where durability and flexibility are important properties, for example in […] Read more »
Industry LANXESS now managing its global business from Cologne September 6, 2013 by plasticsinfomart Relocation of Group headquarters from Leverkusen to the LANXESS Tower in Cologne successfully completed Official inauguration with Garrelt Duin and Norbert Walter-Borjans, North Rhine-Westphalian Ministers for Economic Affairs and Finance respectively, and Jürgen Roters, Mayor of Cologne Cologne – LANXESS AG has successfully completed the move of its Group headquarters from Leverkusen to Cologne. With […] Read more »
Market News ABS sentiment improves in China, Italy September 6, 2013 by plasticsinfomart Sentiment in the ABS market improved both in China and Italy in line with firmer upstream markets. October crude oil futures on the NYMEX climbed 1.2% during the past week. Crude prices rose by 2.5% during August, posting a third consecutive monthly gain. Following the rises in the energy markets, spot naphtha prices are up […] Read more »
Industry Clariant Certifies Cellulosic Ethanol Plant under European Directives September 6, 2013 by plasticsinfomart Clariant confirms its pioneering role in the development of sustainable biofuel from agricultural residues sunliquid® demonstration plant for the production of cellulosic ethanol receives ISCC certification Certification expertise creates added value for clients as part of license package Muttenz, September 3, 2013 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has received the International Sustainability […] Read more »
Processes Short Video about Fast and Safe Installation of Tank Scales September 6, 2013 by plasticsinfomart Greifensee, Switzerland. 2 September 2013 – A short video explains how the SafeLockTM features of the Pinmount Weigh Modules from METTLER TOLEDO help to do the installation right the first time. Each Weigh Module is delivered pre-adjusted and ready to install. The SafeLockTM protects the Weigh Module against accidental overload and ensures safety during installation. […] Read more »
Material News DSM and KACO cut weight and costs with crankshaft cover made in EcoPaXX polyamide 410 for next-generation Volkswagen engines September 6, 2013 by plasticsinfomart Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Material Sciences Company, together with its automotive component specialist partner KACO, has taken an important step in improving fuel efficiency in cars. The two companies have developed a lightweight multi-functional crankshaft cover in EcoPaXX®, DSM’s bio-based polyamide 410, for the latest generation of diesel engines developed by the […] Read more »
Policy News K 2013: Vinnolit presents new paste PVC products September 6, 2013 / March 15, 2017 by plasticsinfomart From 16 to 23 October 2013, Vinnolit will participate in the K 2013, the international Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber. Also this year, the focus is on the company’s new products. “Vinnolit is one of the most innovative PVC manufacturers in the world and annually invests around 9 million euros in research and development […] Read more »
