Machinery News Instron at JEC Europe 2013: Testing Systems, Grips and Extensometer Designed for Highest Measuring Accuracy February 5, 2013 by plasticsinfomart High Wycombe, UK – February 2013 – At JEC Europe from 12 to 14 March 2013 in Paris, Instron will be showcasing at its booth C55 advanced testing systems and components for determining the mechanical properties of composite materials and fiber composite parts. Providing high precision, measuring accuracy, and repeatability of test procedures, the systems […] Read more »
Industry Roger Hynes appointed Commercial Director, MBA Polymers February 4, 2013 by plasticsinfomart Roger Hynes has been appointed Commercial Director for MBA Polymers, the world-leading multinational plastics recycling company, effective immediately. Roger has broad commercial management experience across a number of industries as well as a track record in delivering sales growth in emerging markets. Roger was a key driver in delivering rapid global growth for CMC Markets […] Read more »
Market News Local HIPS prices carry smaller premium over GPPS in China February 4, 2013 by plasticsinfomart In China, given the fact that limited supply levels have been pushing local GPPS prices higher for some time, the premium between local GPPS and HIPS prices has narrowed very significantly, as per the pricing service of ChemOrbis. Although the gap between GPPS and HIPS prices is still very close at around $55-60/ton when compared […] Read more »
Industry Dow Chemical inks Russian composites deal February 4, 2013 by plasticsinfomart The Dow Chemical Company (Midland MI), DowAksa Advanced Composites Holdings B.V. (Istanbul, Turkey), Rusnano (Moscow, Russia), and Holding Company Composite (HCC; Moscow, Russia) have signed a memorandum of intent (MOI) to develop a comprehensive strategy to launch production of carbon fiber intermediates, composite materials, and solutions in Russia. The strategy presupposes potential investments in Prepreg-ACM […] Read more »
Product News Exhibit wants society to “rethink” relationship with plastics February 4, 2013 by plasticsinfomart “Can you imagine life before plastics?” It’s probably safe to assume the answer is no. But keep in mind, more than 50 years ago plastics wasn’t nearly as present in our daily lives.A new exhibit at Burke Museum of National History and Culture at The University of Washington is gaining attention for exploring the ways […] Read more »
Market News Oil down but jitters could make for choppy trade February 4, 2013 by plasticsinfomart BANGKOK (AP) — Oil prices fell Monday following weeks of strong gains, while analysts warned that trading could be choppy amid growing tensions in the Middle East. Benchmark oil for March delivery fell 17 cents at midday Bangkok time to $97.60 per barrel inelectronic trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange. The contract rose 28 cents to finish at […] Read more »
Category Menu Detroit Auto Show Highlights Innovation February 4, 2013 by plasticsinfomart Innovation was the main theme at the recent North American International Auto Show in Detroit, as automakers from around the world displayed new technologies aimed at enhancing the fuel efficiency and luxury of vehicles. Highlights from the show included Volkswagen’s introduction of a diesel-based hybrid concept, Tesla’s 17-inch front console display, and a multitude of […] Read more »
Machinery News EUROMAP 60 revised to distinguish between machine-related and product-related energy consumption February 4, 2013 by plasticsinfomart The existing EUROMAP 60 on the determination of the energy consumption of injection molding machines is now divided into two parts: machine-related consumption 60.1 and product-related consumption 60.2. The new version gives customers an opportunity to compare machines from different manufacturers on the basis of uniform parameters. It introduces an energy efficiency classification based […] Read more »
