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Ultrasonic Welding of complex 3D-automotive parts with class A surfaces

Ultrasonic Welding of complex 3D-automotive parts with class A surfaces Herrmann Ultraschall uses ultrasonic welding for joining the elements of daytime running lights.

Solvay starts building silica plant in Poland

Solvay starts building silica plant in Poland New plant located in Włocławek will increase Solvay's HDS capacity by 85,000 tons per year.

TPE solutions for automotive mats

TPE solutions for automotive mats Hexpol TPE offers several TPE grades to produce automotive mats.

New co-polyamide from Evonik to be used by Mercedes

New co-polyamide from Evonik to be used by Mercedes Using adhesion promoter will reduce the weight of car component up to 20%.

The most innovative car seats announced

The most innovative car seats announced The best design concepts for car seats made from plastics were presented at motor show in Geneva.

Lightweight solutions for external automotive parts

Lightweight solutions for external automotive parts Styron Automotive is participating at this year's international VDI conference "Plastics in Automotive Engineering", which begins tomorrow in Mannheim.

BASF: Metal removed from the Equation

BASF: Metal removed from the Equation Front end carrier in the new Volkswagen Golf made only from plastic.

Renault with new SABIC Post-Industrial Recycled Noryl GTX Material

Renault with new SABIC Post-Industrial Recycled Noryl GTX Material Marking a new milestone in its distinguished 25-year relationship developing thermoplastic fenders with Renault S.A., SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business today announced that the French automaker has successfully adopted a new post-industrial recycled (PIR) grade of NORYL GTX™ resin as part of its ongoing drive to comply with the European Union’s end-of-life vehicle (ELV) requirements.

PolyOne and Denso Develop Advanced Automotive System

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.

SABIC Helps Chrysler Group LLC Reinvent Dodge Dart with Stylish Interior Illumination Surrounding Unique Floating Island Bezel

SABIC Helps Chrysler Group LLC Reinvent Dodge Dart with Stylish Interior Illumination Surrounding Unique Floating Island Bezel Ambient lighting is a growing trend in automotive interior design, enhancing consumer appeal. So when Chrysler Group LLC designed the 2013 Dodge Dart compact for young, style-conscious car buyers, the automaker turned to SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business to help create stylish interior lighting at an affordable cost.