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New facility for Rohacell structural foam
End of 2013 Evonik Industries AG successfully began operation of its new production facility for Rohacell structural foam at the Darmstadt site.
Millions for polymers development
Borealis AG receives a EUR 150 million loan from the European Investment Bank for the further development of polymers.
New organic pigments and polymer soluble dyes
Clariant expands its range of organic pigments and polymer soluble dyes for sustainable and safer solutions in the plastics industry.
Styron increases prices for latex
The company have announced a price increase of 120 Euro per dry metric ton for all latex sold into the paper, carpet and performance markets.
API at the K 2013
At the K2013, in addition to the Apinat biodegradable biopolymers, API presents the evolution of its range of TPE and TPU compounds.
Protection in the deep sea
The chemical-resistant polymer Vestamid NRG from Evonik prevents corrosion on oil production pipelines.
Plexiglas helps performing rescue missions
Helicopter glazing made from Evonik's Plexiglas guarantees clear visibility and maximum safety.
Antibacterial polymer discovered
Researchers at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm have discovered an antibacterial polymer for sportswear, diapers and bandages.
PolyOne and Denso Develop Advanced Automotive System
PolyOne Corporation, a premier global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, announced that Denso Corporation, a leading supplier of automotive systems for all major global automakers, has selected GLS OnFlex thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) for use in the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system in a new car model.
Protection on the road – Enhanced child safety seats
The E-por (expandable interpolymer) particle foam is now providing greater safety in the new TRIFIX child safety seat from Britax Römer. Used in the head and neck region, this new material from BASF has tough-elastic and crack-resistant properties that enable it to meet the highest demands placed on materials in child safety seats.
PolyZion project
A team of EU-funded researchers is leading the development of a unique type of sustainable zinc-based rechargeable battery for electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid EVs (HEVs).
