Specialty chemicals innovator Perstorp is planning large-scale production of sustainable methanol from captured carbon dioxide and other residue streams. This could contribute substantially towards a climate-neutral industry.
BASF is setting itself even more ambitious goals on its journey to climate neutrality and wants to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
Chinaplas, Asia’s No. 1 plastics and rubber trade fair, will be held in Shenzhen for the first time and it becomes a breakthrough of Shenzhen’s exhibition and convention industry with an exhibition area of 350,000sqm.
Evonik has developed a new 3D printable filament based on PEEK (polyether ether ketone). The high-temperature and chemical-resistant ready-to-use material is particularly suitable for the additive manufacturing of demanding industrial plastic parts.
OQ looks forward to attending this year's Chinaplas in Shenzhen, from 13th – 16th April 2021, and showcasing its diversified solutions and products as part of their expanding polymer portfolio.
SABIC and Polyray announced their collaboration for the use of SABIC’s Lexan polycarbonate (PC) resin based on certified renewable feedstock in the lenses of several eyewear end applications such as sunglasses, safety glasses and sports goggles.
Borealis announces the appointment of Katja Tautscher (49) as Senior Vice President Legal and Compliance as well as Human Resources (ad interim), effective 1 March 2021.
Since the introduction of LNP Elcrin iQ materials in late 2019, SABIC has helped divert more than 100 million single-use 16.9 oz. (50 cl) PET water bottles from landfills and incinerators.
Avient today announced the launch of Rejoin PCR Masterbatch for polyolefin packaging applications. Made with post-consumer recycled (PCR) polyolefin as a carrier resin, Rejoin PCR Masterbatch can enable a bottle or part to be manufactured from 100 percent PCR.
Creating tomorrow’s polymer innovations starts with understanding the chemical and mechanical performance and processing conditions of materials.
Ampacet, a global masterbatch leader, has introduced the Dallol Collection, a masterbatch designed to impart a modern, dynamic vibrancy to injection molded parts.
Wacker is to raise prices for its entire silicones product range. The price increases vary between 10 and 20 percent and will be effective for material shipped from April onwards, as customer contracts allow.
