Automotive
Environmental & Safety Finalists of SPE Auto Innovation Awards
The three finalists in the environmental and two in the safety categories utilize recycled resin, natural fiber reinforcements and more.
Read MoreThe SPE Auto Innovation Award’s Chassis, Powertrain Finalists
Three chassis/hardware and two powertrain innovative applications bear mention.
Read More3 Interesting Materials Finalists of SPE Auto Innovation Awards
Two novel injection molded components and a blow molded one made possible by modified or new materials.
Read MoreSolvay's PEEK Chosen for Oil Scavenger Line in Polimotor 2
The Polimotor 2 all-plastic engine project for competitive auto racing is moving right along with Solvay's materials playing a key role.
Read MoreNew Nylon Entrant Brings Differentiated Technology to the Table
Celanese already has some grades of its nylon 6 and 66 offering available.
Read MoreNovel Class of Super-High-Elongation Silicones for Molding
Gelest's "revolutionary" two-component silicone elastomer is aimed at microfluidics and implantable medical devices, with LSR versions underway.
Read MoreNovel Process Opens Up Vast Landscapes for Biobased Materials
DuPont and ADM develop new process to make high-purity fructose derivative for conversion to biobased chemicals and materials.
Read MoreSeveral ‘Firsts’ Among 2015 SPE Automotive Innovation Awards
Of the nine award categories, thermoplastics captured five winners.
Read MoreBody Exterior Finalists of SPE Auto Innovation Awards
Exterior applications meriting mention from the 2015 SPE Auto Innovation Awards include entrants from Ford and GM.
Read MoreWhat’s the True Cost of Buying A ‘Low-Cost’ Mold Overseas?
The head of a Canadian moldmaking company exposes the limitations of focusing solely on initial purchase cost when considering mold sourcing in China.
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