Project Electro: recycling challenging waste with Borealis
Borealis is a partner in the EU-funded Electro project, which aims to develop electrified thermochemical processes to convert hard-to-recycle plastic waste into high-quality olefins.
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New SABIC PC copolymer without PFAS for medical devices
SABIC has introduced LNP ELCRES NPCRX9612U, the first fluorine-free, PFAS-free polycarbonate copolymer with UL746G certification, offering chemical resistance and UL94 V0 flame retardance at 1.5 mm for thin-wall medical applications.
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag and Mapag to show medical cell at Swiss Plastics Expo
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag and Mapag Maschinen AG will present a fully electric IntElect S injection moulding cell with real-time quality prediction for insulin cap production at Swiss Plastics Expo 2026, highlighting automation, digital connectivity and MES integration.
Ipsos survey ranks Envalior top in services excellence
A global Ipsos survey among 149 material engineering professionals ranks Envalior first among 13 international material suppliers in delivering added value through high‑quality development services and accessible material science expertise.
Dassault Systèmes and Mistral AI advance sovereign AI on Outscale cloud
Dassault Systèmes and Mistral AI have made the Le Chat Enterprise and AI Studio solutions available in the sovereign Outscale cloud, targeting public administration and regulated sectors in Europe. The offer is aimed at entities that need to combine data protection with the use of generative AI.
SABIC increases PPE oligomer capacity for AI and 5G PCBs
SABIC has announced a further expansion of its polyphenylene ether (PPE) oligomer capacity to support growing demand for high‑performance printed circuit boards in AI and 5G data centers, with completion planned for the second half of 2026.
Lifocolor presents Shades of Inspiration 2027 collection
Lifocolor is launching the Shades of Inspiration 2027 collection, comprising 54 shades for plastic products. The new trend color line supports product design in the home, sports, children, and beauty & care segments.
First PA66 spinning plant with EvoQuench success-fully commissioned
Chinese textile producer Shandong Nanshan Fashion Technology has commissioned the first PA66 spinning plant equipped with an EvoQuench radial quenching system, integrating microfiber yarn production into its textile value chain.
NexKemia expands EPS capabilities with ZSK twin screw extruders
NexKemia Petrochemicals uses Coperion ZSK twin screw extruders to produce EPS, graphite-enhanced polystyrene and EPS with up to 30% recyclate in a single-step process, combining process simplification with reduced emissions and wastewater.
ENGEL showcases inject AI at Swiss Plastics Expo 2026
At Swiss Plastics Expo 2026 in Lucerne, ENGEL will present its inject AI framework and the world’s first autonomous injection moulding cell, targeting the Swiss precision market’s requirements for zero-defect production, efficiency and skills shortage mitigation.
Avient presents ColorForward 2027 color trend palette
Avient has introduced ColorForward 2027, the 21st edition of its annual color trend forecasting tool for the plastics industry, translating four identified societal trends into 20 color and effect concepts for thermoplastic polymers.
Arnitel Performance foam in next‑generation trail running shoes
Arnitel Performance, a thermoplastic copolyester elastomer from Envalior, is used as a 100% foam midsole in the norda 005 trail running shoe, combining high rebound, durability, climate stability and recyclability as an alternative to EVA, TPU and PEBA foams.
