February 23, 2024Leveraging AI to Speed Product Design SimulationsAltair Engineering is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and digital twin technology to speed product design simulations. Read more
February 22, 2024How Fuel Cells and NAFION Reshape the Automotive LandscapeProton-Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells have emerged as a game-changer in the automotive sector due to their operational efficiency and eco-friendly nature. The impact of NAFION and the Proton-Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFC) technology extends beyond the automotive industry, contributing to a broader shift toward sustainable energy solutions. Read more
February 21, 2024Sustainability Management Strategies – Map Actions on MaterialityThe materiality of an issue is another way of asking ‘how relevant and important is it?’. This is considered from two perspectives, those of the broader stakeholders (internal and external) and those of the company itself. Read more
February 21, 2024Agro-Waste to Biopolymers: Upcycling with Bio-AdditivesHave you considered the potential of transforming household fruit and vegetable waste into 3D printing filaments? The BARBARA project has successfully developed biopolymers, enhanced with bio-additives derived from food waste, for the additive manufacturing of components. Read more
February 20, 2024Screwless Plasticating Extruder Advancing Polymer ProcessingA groundbreaking screwless plasticating extruder is paving the way for single pellet extrusion in polymer processing. Drawing inspiration from the innovative gerotor gear pump, this novel design features a rotor with multiple lobes situated within an eccentric cavity. Read more
February 19, 2024Epoxy-Based Intumescent Flame Retardants in the Oil & Gas IndustryThe global market for Intumescent Fire Retardant (IFR) coatings was valued at $1.19 billion in 2023, and according to Grand View Research, a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.3% is projected from 2024 to 2030. Read more
February 16, 2024Proprietary Taggant Systems: Empowering Plastics SecurityProprietary taggant systems empower plastics security by serving as authentication tools, integrating seamlessly into any resin. Read more
February 16, 2024Enhancing Safety in Lithium-Ion Battery TechnologyLithium-ion batteries represent the foundation of modern energy storage systems, powering everything from small electronic devices to electric vehicles (EVs). Their high power density, durability, and efficiency make them indispensable in our increasingly electrified world. Yet, their inherent flammability and potential for explosive reactions under certain conditions pose significant safety risks. Read more
February 15, 2024Harnessing Hemp for Automotive CompositesComposite materials with natural fibers are presented as alternative and sustainable solutions for manufacturing finishes in fully recyclable vehicles. The French company “Automotive Performance Materials” has sought to leverage the country’s high hemp production to produce these composites. Read more
February 15, 2024Direct Compounding Injection Molding: Cost-Efficient ExpertiseTailored compounding for serial production and directly pelletized to the injection molding machine. Shortened supply chain (10 to 3 steps) from compounding to injection, achieving up to €1.0/kg in energy and cost savings. It accomplishes high requirements with tailored compound formulation in-house. Read more
February 14, 202496-Cavity Mold Conversion: A Seamless and Beneficial TransitionMHT wowed the PET-preform industry by cutting cycle time by three seconds in a 96-cavity mold conversion for Deltaplast. This remarkable feat, transitioning from Engel to Netstal after 6.5 million cycles, showcases MHT’s adaptability. Read more
February 13, 2024Thermally Conductive Plastic for Cooling ElectronicsA novel, low-pressure molding system called Controlled Viscosity Molding is enabling the use of thermally conductive resins in electronics to help manage heat buildup. Read more