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Mold Can Infiltrate & Weaken Bio-composite Materials
Research looks at if and when mold will grow on bio-materials and how it might affect the final product.
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Long Fiber PP Compounds Drive Innovation in Automotive
Long fiber thermoplastic polypropylene ( LFT PP) is now widely used in automotive front-end carriers, instrument-panel carriers, door panels, consoles, pedals, under-body shields and more.
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Mixed Bag for Volume Resin Prices
As hurricane aftermath recedes, PE, PS, PVC prices are retreating; engineering resins are rising; PP and PET are “iffy.”
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Winners of 2017 SPE Automotive Awards Wow with Many ‘Firsts’
Innovative, transferable, and intelligent use of thermoplastics capture eight of nine categories.
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Novel Process Assembly, Safety, Environmental Applications from 2017 SPE Auto Innovations Finalists
First application of torsional welding (spin + ultrasonic) for a 7% lighter fascia; bin and lid with overmolded hinge in one press; first all-plastic hood leveler; and more.
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‘Unique’ Characterizes Materials Category Finalists of SPE Auto Innovation Awards
Recycled carbon-fiber as a filler for PP; low-gloss low-squeak ABS for instrument panels; IP skin not weakened by scoring; and more.
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U.S. Plastics Industry Well-Positioned for Continued Growth
Interesting highlights of PLASTICS’ 2017 Size & Impact Report, including employment and shipments data.
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3D Printing Biomaterials Make Push Into Medical Devices, Longer Term Implants
Group of companies is advancing biomaterials turning cellulose with thermoplastics made from sustainable resources into 3D printed medical devices.
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Chassis and Powertrain Finalists from SPE Auto Innovation Awards
Judged parts cut weight and cost while adding functionality and endurance in high wear environments.
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Predictive Engineering Tools for Designing Lightweight Auto Composites
New technology could speed development of more economical carbon fiber materials.
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Body Exterior and Interior SPE Auto Innovation Awards Finalists
LED headlamps, a deployable shelf and a console carrier are some key applications from this year’s contest.
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EPA Green Lights Nanodiamond Imports
First company is granted registration to import nanodiamonds, which have been shown to significantly boost thermal and mechanical performance of polymers.
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