October 16, 2023Aurum Thermoplastic Polyimide Is a Highlight of Fakuma ExpoAurum thermoplastic polyimide is not new but its high-heat properties, dimensional stability and melt processable nature makes it a valuable design option. Read more
October 11, 2023BASF Plans to Divest Neopolen EPP Foam BusinessBASF signs deal to divest its Neopolen expanded PP foam resins business. Buyer is major European foam processor Knauf Industries. Read more
October 6, 2023SABIC Polymers Help Boost Performance of New Electric RacecarSABIC joins Formula E GenBeta racecar development program, supplying sustainable polymers from Trucircle line for vehicle components. Read more
October 2, 2023Waste-derived Thermoplastic UBQ Continues to Expand its End-Use ApplicationsIsrael’s UBQ Materials Ltd., developer of advanced materials made from everyday waste, has secured more funding and is creating new end-use applications. Read more
September 27, 2023Hennecke Rounds Out New PUR Foam Metering Machine LineTopline MK2 PUR foam metering model is final addition to Hennecke’s Next Generation series of advanced polyurethane foam metering machines. Read more
September 25, 2023Mitsubishi Chemical Group and Partners Launch Lightweight, Composite Battery EnclosureTokyo-based Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCG) has partnered with two European firms to develop a lightweight polymer composite battery enclosure for electric vehicles (EVs) that features consolidated part design. It showcased the product at the recent Battery Show trade fair in… Read more
September 18, 2023Solar Panels Seen as Fast-Growing EV Charging OptionReport forecasts 35.5 percent CAGR for installed solar panels that automatically recharge an electric vehicle during driving. Read more
September 15, 2023Polyplastics’ New PPS Resin Withstands Thermal Runaway in EVsPolyplastics is the latest supplier to develop a high-heat engineering resin for EVs that protects against the ultra-high heat of thermal runaway in a Li-ion battery. The resin can be used without additional shielding components, reducing weight and EV manufacturing cost and freeing up space. Read more
September 12, 2023Teknor Apex Adds TPVs With High Recycled ContentAutomotive grades meet growing sustainability needs of OEMs and brand owners. Read more
August 30, 2023LSR Molding Process Targets Automotive Light-Guide LensesUse of optical-grade silicone in smart headlights advances with technique from Elmet and Dow. Read more
August 29, 2023Curved Auto Display Will Be Shown at Tech Trends in ParisContinental says its Curved Ultrawide Display is world’s first pillar-to-pillar unit. Read more
August 28, 2023AVs and EVs Propel Growth of Automotive RoboticsPrecise and efficient manufacturing of autonomous and electric vehicles bode well for demand. Read more