R&P Polyplastic intends to expand its presence in Uzbekistan
The company makes a serious bet in participation in automotive industry projects and plans to increase its shipments by 5-6 times compared to the present supplies.
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100 % rHDPE – FDA gives green light for Starlinger recycling process
The two “Letters of No Objection” of the US Food and Drug Administration FDA confirm the use of up to 100 % recycled HDPE in food contact packaging.
R&P Polyplastic increased shipments to European countries by 1.5 times
In percentage terms, the supply of materials from the leading Russian compounder increased by 58% compared to the same period in 2020. Shipments to Latvia and Romania showed the best positive dynamics – following the results of three quarters, they increased by 2.6 and 2.4 times, respectively.
SABIC opens new PP compounding line in Genk
SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, has announced today the start-up of its new polypropylene (PP) compounding line in Genk, Belgium with a virtual inauguration event.
Safic-Alcan and Labema strengthen their cooperation around the world
Safic-Alcan, a global specialty chemicals distributor, is pleased to announce the expansion of its distribution agreement with Labema in Portugal, Poland, South Africa, Czech Republic and Slovakia.
Milliken helps create more sustainable box for Ferrero Rocher
Today’s sustainability journey is demanding and one that no company can succeed alone. It’s vital to work in partnership with others to reach the goal together. That’s why Ferrero has chosen to collaborate with Milliken & Company in its mission to find the right material for the iconic Ferrero Rocher boxes.
R&P Polyplastic increased shipments of material for oil-submersible cable insulation
Compared to the beginning of 2021, the volume of monthly deliveries of Armlen PP-9TEX material to Cable Alliance Holding increased by 2.5 times.
Ampacet introduces new white masterbatch for medical applications
Ampacet, a global masterbatch leader, introduces ProVital+ 1101209-EM, part of the medical-grade ProVital + masterbatch range designed for the healthcare market.
Thermolast H exclusively for Asia Pacific's healthcare and medical device applications
Kraiburg TPE, the global competence thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) manufacturer has announced the launch of its new Thermolast H product line and the line’s first HC/AP series.
SABIC and Microsoft collaborate
SABIC and Microsoft Corporation have collaborated to create Microsoft’s first consumer electronic product – The Microsoft Ocean Plastic Mouse – with an exterior shell containing 20% recycled ocean plastic.
Edge Solutions and Ineos Styrolution collaborate
INEOS Styrolution and Edge Solution announce today the development of armourEDGE protection for wind turbine blades based on a customised version of INEOS Styrolution’s Luran® SC material.
Ampacet ThermProtectTM product range reduces recycled PET thermal degradation and yellowing
Ampacet has introduced ThermProtectTM PET, a range of rPET stabilizing masterbatches that reduce yellowing due to polymer thermal degradation, enabling processors to increase the content of recycled PET in virgin material without compromising product aesthetics or performance.
