November 7, 2024Use of Removable Adhesives for Sustainable ConstructionReducing the carbon footprint in the construction industry poses a significant challenge. Developing and using removable adhesives can play an important role in addressing it. Read more
October 24, 2024Lightweight Plastics: Transforming Metal-Based ApplicationsManufacturers increasingly use lightweight yet durable plastics to replace metals, with new applications emerging regularly. Read more
September 11, 2024What Makes Lignin Special?There are many great qualities lignin possesses. This natural polymer is a potential alternative to fossil-fuel-derived plastic but comes with its fair share of challenges and hold-ups. Read more
August 5, 2024BASF Introduces Alternative Leather 100% RecyclableBASF, a global leader in the chemical industry, recently introduced Haptex® 4.0, an innovative, eco-friendly synthetic leather that is set to revolutionize the leather industry. Read more
July 8, 2024Bio-Based Polyurethane for Anti-Smudge ApplicationsResearchers utilized hyperbranched polyols derived from castor oil as advanced cross-linking agents to develop high-performance bio-based polyurethane anti-smudge coatings. Read more
July 3, 2024Effective Pollutant Absorption Using Polyurethane FoamsRecent research has focused on various formulations and modifications of PU foams to boost their pollutant-scrubbing capabilities, highlighting their potential in addressing air and water pollution. Read more
June 20, 2024Lignin Polyurethanes: Byproduct to SolutionLignin, a significant byproduct of the pulp and paper industry, accounts for approximately 75 million tons of waste annually. This vast quantity of waste presents both a challenge and an opportunity. Read more
June 19, 2024Polyurethane (PU) Recycling: Growing Challenge and InnovationThe rapid increase in industrial and domestic waste makes polyurethane (PU) recycling a critical topic of study. Innovative recycling strategies are essential to manage this substantial plastic waste. Read more
June 13, 2024Polyurethane (PU) Insulation: Repowered PerformancePolyurethane (PU) Insulation is highly efficient and widely employed. The escalating demand for energy consumption standards underscores the need to repower it. Read more
June 10, 2024Polyurethane (PU): Latest Biomedical ApplicationsPolyurethane (PU) is a highly adaptable polymer recognized in the biomedical field. Its ability to be tailored by adjusting its soft and hard segments grants it superior mechanical strength and biocompatibility. Read more