Lanxess launches elastomers for biofuel vehicles
Specialty chemicals group LANXESS AG has developed a series of HNBR rubbers with extremely high acrylonitrile (ACN) content, thus making them suitable for use in vehicles that are run on biofuels.
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Mazda develops technology to recycle auto bumpers
Car maker Mazda has developed what it says is a significant step forward in recycling plastic automobile bumpers by developing the world’s first technology to simultaneously handle bumpers from different car makers while automating processes such as removing metal contaminants.
Hyundai and SABIC Innovative Plastics collaboration
3D Backlight of “ix-onic” concept highlights newest Hyundai and SABIC Innovative Plastics collaboration on Polycarbonate Glazing Technology.
Arnitel from DSM Engineering Plastics makes the difference for new Ford model
Ford has selected Arnitel TPC from DSM Engineering Plastics for the production of vacuum brake tubes for its recently launched new Ford Fiesta.
SPE has honoured two polymers of DuPont
The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Automotive Division has honoured two automotive components that use DuPont engineering polymers with the association`s 2008 "Most Innovative Use of Plastics" awards at its ceremony in Livonia, Michigan (US) on November 2008.
Highly-filled PUR for a more comfortable ride
Duramotive Bayern GmbH, a German automotive components supplier, recently began using a PUR spraying process developed by KraussMaffei to produce acoustic carpet elements for cars and trucks.
New TPO compound from TechnoCompound
The front spoiler lip on Volkswagen's new Golf VI model is made of a weather and UV resistant TPO compound (EPDM/PP) of TechnoCompound, Bad Sobernheim/Germany.
SABIC introduces lightweight, high-performance thermoplastic composites for automotive applications
SABIC demonstrates its leadership in innovative, lightweight composites for automotive industry.
Borealis` Daplen inside for new Skoda Fabia
Borealis, a leading provider of innovative, value creating plastics solutions, is helping Volkswagen Group (VW) raise the interior quality and visual appeal of its Skoda Fabia Roomster generation.
Cycoloy and Cycolac - two types of plastics for decorative dhrome plating
SABIC Innovative Plastics` Optimized Materials for decorative chrome plating let auto OEMs create luxurious looks with ease.
SABIC launched the thermoplastic composite grade: IXIS 157
SABIC Innovative Plastics and Azdel, Inc. have launched their new hybrid thermoplastic composite grade, IXIS 157 composite, a continuous glass-fiber-reinforced sandwich composite for automotive horizontal body panels.
Quieter, warmer and smooth
Sekisui Alveo develops new insulation for commercial vehicles
