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 13, 2023Biobased Polymers and Natural Fibers Cut Carbon EmissionsNeste, LyondellBasell and two others create supply chain to supply carbon-storing natural fiber-reinforced biopolymers for construction materials. 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 5, 2023Good Growth Forecast for Flexible Polyolefin Packaging and PipeMarket reports forecast near 5 percent CAGR for flexible PE packaging and HDPE pipe. Influences include sustainability, barrier and infrastructure repair. Read more
September 28, 2023University of Houston granted $4m to pursue waste polyolefins researchThe University of Houston has received a $4 million grant to expand its research into the recycling and upcycling of polyolefins into useful end products. Read more
September 25, 2023Thermoformable Films to Post 5.7 Percent CAGR to 2031Food packaging, electronics and aerospace will drive much of the global demand for thermoformable films from 2023 to 2031. Report credits demand in food packaging, aerospace and electronics for growth This is a great time to invest in thermoforming, especially… Read more
September 20, 2023Coalition of Firms Develop Recyclable, All-PET Bottle and Shrink Sleeve#SleeveConnect project uses CPET shrink sleeves on colorless, recycled PET bottles that can snap together. Read more
September 7, 2023New Masterbatches Reduce Contaminants in PackagingAmpacet masterbatches protect food and drug packaging. Read more
September 5, 2023Seaweed-Based Bioresins Are Ready for Prime TimeSupply Deal Targets Compostable Resins for Europe. Read more
August 22, 2023Polymer Resources Adds Capacity to Satisfy Demand for Engineering CompoundsNew extrusion line and larger plant help company meet growing sales demand. Read more
August 16, 2023Brazilian partners commercialize graphene-enhanced stretch filmBrazilian firms Sevenpack and Gerdau Graphene have jointly commercialized what they claim is the world’s-first graphene-enhanced stretch PE film. Read more
August 1, 2023New Grades of Santoprene, a Versatile Elastomer, Developed for Medical TubingTwo versions of the rubber vulcanizate/polyolefin elastomer are for peristaltic pumps. Read more