EU market for polymers under pressure
The Polymers for Europe Alliance was set up by the European Plastics Converters association (EuPC) in 2015 due to the shortage of polymers for converters in Europe.
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SABIC collaborates with Beiersdorf to implement sustainable cosmetics packaging
SABIC, a global leader in the chemicals industry, today announced that Beiersdorf will be using certified renewable polypropylene from SABIC’s Trucircle portfolio of “second generation” bio-based materials in the skincare company’s cosmetics packaging.
R&P Polyplastic invests over 3.3 million Euros into expansion of production
Within the frame of a new investment project, R&P Polyplastic – a Russian plastics producer – and KraussMaffei have recently concluded a contract for the delivery of two ZE 80 x 42D BluePower twin-screw extruders to extend the company's production capacity.
The critical role of validation in micro molding
This article examines the role of metrology and validation in a micro molding-based product development program.
Chinaplas igniting new momentum during challenging times
In today’s unprecedented turbulent times, the global manufacturing industry is undergoing profound and complex changes, facing uncertainties and challenges, while opening up new opportunities under the new normal.
Nordson corporation to sell screws and barrels product line to Altair investments
Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN) today entered into a definitive agreement to divest the screws and barrels product line from its polymer processing systems (PPS) division to Altair Investments (Altair).
Socar Polymer launches two new random copolymer polypropylene grades
Socar Polymer has expanded its portfolio of high-performance polypropylene resins with the addition of its first pair of random copolymers (RCPs). These resins are designed to yield rigid packaging via thin-wall injection molding (TWIM), along with a host of other benefits.
Vecoplan expands its Service division
To ensure optimal service, the technicians at Vecoplan paid particular attention to the performance, availability and process stability of the machines and systems.
Successful recycling of printed plastic films
PrintCYC is a value chain initiative for the recyling of printed films. The project group has achieved remarkable results regarding the recycling of printed plastic films and processing of recyclate.
Sabic introduces new Lexan anti-fog film for clear safety visors
SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, today announced the successful commercialization of Lexan HP92AF Anti-Fog film, targeted especially at demanding COVID-19 protection equipment such as safety face shields and goggles in front-line work environments.
arburgXworld - Arburg’s digital platform
The goal is to enable to increase production efficiency and transparency and to produce plastic products as reliably as possible and with high quality.
R&P Polyplastic receives the Russian Automobile Forum Award second year in a row
It is the third Award of the Russian Automobile Forum (RAF) for R&P Polyplastic. In 2016, the Award was given for activities addressing the automobile industry crisis, while in 2019 R&P Polyplastic was announced Best supplier of the year.
