Materials
DuPont to Acquire Advanced Materials Manufacturer Rogers Corp.
Acquisition will expand DuPont’s leadership position in advanced materials for high-growth markets including electric vehicles and 5G telecommunications.
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ASTM International Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Mexico’s National Standard Body
With Mexican and U.S. plastics industries so intertwined, this MoU is a noteworthy action.
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PE, PP, PS Prices Heading Down
There could be significant price corrections for some resins as supply outpaces demand.
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EV Liftgates to Boost Demand for LFT PP
AMI Consulting’s new study on long-fiber thermoplastic compounds analyzes LFT PP by application, OEM, producer and geographical region.
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‘Smooth-Touch’ TPEs for Emerging Packaging and Parts Design Requirements
Kraiburg’s new Thermolast K series targeted to applications that require outstanding touch quality combined with an attractive price.
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First Headphones to Market Made of Sustainable Materials
thinksound’s new over-ear headphones made with Eastman’s Trēva Engineering Bioplastic
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Prime Quality Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Nylon 6 with 92% Biobased Content
Lanxess’ new Durethan BlueBKKV60H2.0EF is the first in the Scopeblue series of products that contain at least 50% circular raw materials.
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ExxonMobil to Build its First Large-Scale Plastic Waste Advanced Recycling Facility
To be located at its Baytown, Texas site, the new facility is slated for startup by end of 2022.
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Hydrolysis-Resistant PBT that is Also Laser Transparent 'Shines' in Demanding Automotive Engine Application
Actuators for new automotive diesel engine series made with a Lanxess PBT that is hydrolylis-stabilized and allows for laser transmission welding.
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Continuous-Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic Composite Made Entirely from Natural Resources
Lanxess’ latest addition to the Tepex product line combines fabrics made from flax fibers and a PLA matrix.
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