Market News Mid-East PE producers step back from initial July prices to China, Turkey July 5, 2013 by plasticsinfomart Middle Eastern PE producers initially issued hikes ranging between $20-50/ton for July to China and Turkey with respect to June as per the pricing service of ChemOrbis. However, those producers had to step back from their initial announcements this week taking buyers’ resistance into account amidst generally sluggish activities in both countries. In China, two […] Read more »
Industry Huntsman TPU to build new production site in Shanghai July 5, 2013 by plasticsinfomart At CHINAPLAS 2013, Huntsman Thermoplastic Polyurethanes (Huntsman TPU) introduced its full range of materials for different applications, such as shoes, cable & wire, consumer electronics, hot melt adhesive and automotive. Stephane Peysson, Global Business Development Manager of Huntsman TPU, observed that there is a huge demand for high performance products in China. “The industry is […] Read more »
Industry Kautex demonstrates co-extrusion of jerrycan at CHINAPLAS 2013 July 5, 2013 by plasticsinfomart Kuatex Maschinenbau introduced its KCC20S extrusion line for packaging containers ranging from 250ml to 10L. At CHINAPLAS 2013, on display was an application for a 4L jerrycan with handle which is mainly used for agrochemicals. For this purpose, the single-station machine is equipped with a four-layer head for the co-extrusion of barrier, adhesive and two […] Read more »
Industry KraussMaffei Group sees growth in automation and lightweight construction July 5, 2013 by plasticsinfomart The KraussMaffei Group, incorporating KraussMaffei, KraussMaffei Berstorff and Netstal, revealed its recent expansion in China. The group has recently expanded its manufacturing facility in Haiyan, Zhejiang. Capacity is basically doubled and the large MX series injection molding machines are starting to be assembled there, mainly serving the Chinese automotive industry. Harald Schweitzer, CEO China of […] Read more »
Industry Siemens launches new joint venture plant in China July 5, 2013 by plasticsinfomart Siemens Special Electrical Machines Co, Ltd (SEML), a joint venture established by Siemens Ltd, China and Shanxi Lu An Mining Group Co, Ltd starts business operation. The joint venture offers large and special motors and generators as well as other electrical products to China market. The large and special motors are widely applied in the […] Read more »
Processes Hydrolube lubricants to protect fibres during forming, processing and post-processing July 5, 2013 by plasticsinfomart Hydrolube fibre lubricants from Michelman are a family of water based emulsions used in fibre sizing formulations to lubricate and protect fibreglass, carbon fibre, natural and specialty fibres during forming, processing and post-processing. Each available grade lubricates the fibres, protecting them from abrasion from neighboring fibres, and in some cases shields the fibres from hydrolytic […] Read more »
Industry KHS unleashes a host of innovations July 5, 2013 / March 8, 2017 by plasticsinfomart By presenting an impressive range of innovative technologies at drinktec 2013, KHS, an international manufacturer of filling and packaging equipment for the beverage, food and non-food industries, will be demonstrating the company’s consistent orientation to its vision, “First Choice in Technology and Service”. The focus at KHS’ 4,200 square meter exhibition booth this year will […] Read more »
Product News Capa significantly enhances biodegradability & bioplastic performance July 5, 2013 by plasticsinfomart Perstorp, world leader in specialty chemicals, will be launching its proven technology Capa™ Thermoplastic products for bioplastics at K Fair, 2013. Considerable investments have been made in caprolactones to ensure we deliver new Capa™ products that address key issues related to plastic materials, such as sustainability, biodegradability and product safety. Bioplastics are receiving enthusiastic attention […] Read more »
