End Markets
Sidel’s Lightweight Bottle Design; An Example of Resin Savings
The current upward trajectory of PET prices makes such designs more attractive.
Read MoreNew Surfing Fin Made With Recycled WPC
Future Fins, Green Dot collaborate on fin for stand-up paddleboards.
Read MoreWatch: Innovations at MD&M West
There’s been plenty of innovations showcased at MD&M West (Feb. 7-9, Anaheim, Calif). So here are some video highlights, which come in a variety of areas – from demonstrating a material’s strength to interviews about a company’s latest news.
WatchUpward Pricing for PS, PVC and More
Higher global oil prices and derivative feedstocks are among the factors driving resin price increases in PS, PVC, PET and nylons.
Read MoreLanxess to Acquire Chemtura
Chemtura shareholders approve acquisition which will will make Lanxess one of the major players in additives for a broad range of industries.
Read MoreEnergy Consumption Made Visible
Molder adds system that allows it to track energy usage in nearly real time and is now using less power, despite increased production.
Read MoreWhere Is the Medical Market Headed?
Data suggest industry is concerned about future healthcare legislation.
Read MoreDecember’s Index—49.4
The overall processing market is growing, though custom processors had a slower fourth quarter.
Read MoreNew Resins & Additives Galore at K 2016
A wide range of interesting developments in materials technologies were sprinkled in with some intriguing announcements of new ventures at K 2016.
Read MoreExtrusion Powerhouse Does It All
Tekni-Plex has evolved into a technically diverse global supplier of a wide range of extrusions for a host of markets, many of which are regulated.
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