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SPE has honoured two polymers of DuPont

SPE has honoured two polymers of DuPont

The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Automotive Division has honoured two automotive components that use DuPont engineering polymers with the association`s 2008 "Most Innovative Use of Plastics" awards at its ceremony in Livonia, Michigan (US) on November 2008.

Arkema eliminates fluorosurfactants from Kynar 500 PVDF

Arkema eliminates fluorosurfactants from Kynar 500 PVDF

In line with its voluntary product stewardship approach, Arkema has developed a new process that eliminates fluorosurfactants from its Kynar 500 PVDF. Arkema is introducing Kynar 500 PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride) resin made using a new fluorosurfactant-free (FSF) process.

 DuPont Delrin 300CP: new engineering thermoplastic

DuPont Delrin 300CP: new engineering thermoplastic

The launch of DuPont Delrin 300CP marks the development of a new polyacetal (polyoxymethylene, POM) offering a distinct combination of properties. The engineering thermoplastic combines high impact resistance, even at low temperatures, with high stiffness, strength and elongation at yield - yet it is particularly efficient during processing, thanks to its relatively low melt viscosity.

Highly-filled PUR for a more comfortable ride

Highly-filled PUR for a more comfortable ride

Duramotive Bayern GmbH, a German automotive components supplier, recently began using a PUR spraying process developed by KraussMaffei to produce acoustic carpet elements for cars and trucks.

Koattro: new polymer from LyondellBasell

Koattro: new polymer from LyondellBasell

LyondellBasell Industries has launched a new range of butene-1 based polymers, marketed under the trade name Koattro. The new resin can be considered by customers for the manufacture of elastic applications such as film, fiber, tapes, closure lines and aesthetic injection molding.