Automotive
New Materials Shine Bright In Growing LED Market
Rapid expansion of LED technology has spurred development of new formulations for a wide range of lighting components. Here are examples of activity in this fast-moving field.
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Beefier All-Electric Machines With Enhanced Control Features
Presses designed to dismiss the perception that all-electrics can’t handle larger, heavier molds.
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Emerald Performance Sells Additives Business to DyStar
Company's specialty additives for plastics include non-phthalate plasticizers.
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Honeywell to Spin Off Nylon 6 & Chemicals Business
Transaction of spin-off company 'AdvanSix' to be completed by early 2017.
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LSR Developments in LEDs for Automotive and Street Lighting
LSR’s resistance to UV light and high temperatures allow direct contact to LED, while low injection pressure allows overmolding of sensitive parts.
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The Latest on Materials & Applications for Auto Thermoplastics Composites
Ford, BASF, Borealis, PlastiComp, Asahi Kasei, Arkema, Covestro, Sigmatex, and the National Research Council (NRC) of Canada will present on traditional and ‘hybrid’ carbon-, glass- and natural-fiber reinforced composites, including systems based on polyolefins, PC, liquid reactive resins, bioplastics, and more.
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Recycling of Plastic Auto Parts Gains Attention in Early Stages
SPI launches automotive recycling report; separation process key to German start-up’s patented recycling technology.
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One of the Hottest Areas of Plastics Molding
Answer that question with a definitive “Yes” by registering to attend “Thermoplastics Composites for Automotive” (TCC Auto 2016) on June 15-16 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Mich.
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Valtris Specialty Chemicals Acquires Akcros
Acquisition of Akcros broadens Valtris' plastic additives offerings and expands its global footprint.
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Techmer PM Consolidates and Expands in Midwest
Batavia, Ill. operations to become Techmer PM's "Midwest Center of Excellence".
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