Lilli Manolis Sherman

Lilli Manolis Sherman Contributing Editor

Multicomponent

Bicycle Saddle Can Be Locally Reinforced From One Shot to the Next

At K 2016, IKV to demonstrate production of a sports bicycle saddle molded from LGF-PP foams bolstered by UD laminates, with visitors able to personalize parts.

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Materials

‘Smart Lid’ Changes Color If Drink Is Too Hot

The Aussie-based company has appointed a large-scale European thermoformer to make its lids, with the hunt on for a U.S. supplier.

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PET

Resin Prices Mostly Higher

Third quarter ends with upward movement for most resin prices, even for high-volume engineering grades, except for PET.

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Biopolymers

Bill Gates Invests in Low-Carbon Plastics

Pioneer for the conversion of biomass into cellulosic sugar technology can now start to move from lab into commercial use.

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Automotive

Finnish Startup Gets IMSE Lighting Patent

TactoTek’s newly-patented technology available for licensing.

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BOPET Films' Growth Prospects Look Very Good

Market demand to be driven by significant use in both packaging and technical applications.

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color

Science Shows How Colors Affect Us

Take a look at our September special supplement “Do You Do Color Right?”, and do explore TheGreatCourses.com on color science and so much more.

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Graphite-Filled PP Combines Flexibility and Conductivity

This new approach boosts mechanical properties while maintaining electrical conductivity.

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color

Automotive Color Predictions for 2020

BASF’s Color Excellence Team comes up with head-turning colors by region.

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Packaging

Single-Serve Beverage Capsules Market Trends

AMI’s newest industry report discusses timeline of brand compatible coffee capsules and trends.

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Packaging

Treofan Simplifies Laminate Structure; Boosts Sealing Performance of BOPP Films

ExxonMobil’s Vistamaxx featured in new five-layer BOPP Film.

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Panel of Pros to Discuss Automotive Design Trends at GPS 2016

Analysts, industry leaders and plastics manufacturers will address expanding use of plastics and composites at this year’s IHS Markit and SPI event.

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