For advanced metal replacement - Ultramid T7000
For advanced metal replacement in structural parts, BASF is now offering a portfolio of polyamide (PA) and polyphthalamide (PPA) blends with better, more constant mechanical properties than PA66.
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Transformation for survival in the traditional plastics industry
According to a survey by Global Information Inc., despite the decrease in demand for plastic injection molding during the COVID-19 pandemic, the market has now steadily recovered, reaching pre-pandemic activity levels.
Zotefoams to introduce fully recyclable PP and TPU foams at Foam Expo 2024
Zotefoams will demonstrate its ongoing commitment to sustainability at Foam Expo Europe 2024 with the introduction of fully recyclable Polypropylene (PP) and Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) foam ranges.
LG Chem and Reifenhäuser agree to collaborate
South Korea’s leading global chemical company LG Chem and the extrusion machine manufacturer Reifenhäuser have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), confirming further extensive cooperation.
The Bottle4Flex project aims to develop a 100% recyclable skinpack container from recycled PET
Aimplas is collaborating with Covinil and Eroski to overcome the challenges of recycling multilayer packaging while promoting sustainability and the efficient use of recycled materials in the food industry.
Amcor and Kolon Industries partner to pioneer more sustainable polyester materials for packaging
Amcor, a global leader in responsible packaging solutions, has signed a strategic collaboration agreement with Kolon Industries Inc., a leading South Korean chemical materials manufacturer.
Product enhancement in the new range for biobased and biomass-balanced products
At the end of July this year, Cologne-based BIO-FED, a branch of Akro-Plastic GmbH, launched a new product line under the brand name M·Biobase.
Biesterfeld and Anomera Inc. launch strategic partnership
Biesterfeld one of the leading international distributors of specialty chemical products, pharma and food ingredient, has entered into a new partnership with Anomera Inc, a Canadian manufacturer of sustainable cellulose advanced materials.
ArburgAdditive impresses with innovative applications and new machine
At Formnext 2024 in Frankfurt, Germany, ArburgAdditive showcased its broad portfolio for industrial production based on plastic granules, filaments and liquid silicone with a total of six machine exhibits and numerous component examples.
KHS Group expands its bottle handling expertise through share in Tyrolon
The KHS Group is expanding its expertise in the handling of PET and glass bottles by acquiring the majority share in Tyrolon-Schulnig GmbH.
Sidel introduces its breakthrough bottle washer
With beverage bottlers requiring a solution that reduces production costs while improving their environmental footprint, Sidel has launched its new bottle washer which combines chemical and ultrasound technology for the highest performance.
Winners of the Formnext Awards 2024 raising the bar in additive manufacturing
With its new awards format, Formnext is putting exceptional talents and ideas from the world of Additive Manufacturing in the spotlight.
