https://www.plastech.biz/en/news/tag/engineering-plastics-149 · 28.07.2026

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Evonik launches a tribological PEEK material

Evonik is expanding its portfolio of tribological materials with VestaKeep Easy Slide 2, designed for slide bearings operating under high-temperature and high-pressure conditions. The PEEK-based material can be processed by injection molding and extrusion.

2026-04-08 engineering plastics

Navigating the montan wax challenge with renewable alternatives for polymers

Clariant points to growing constraints in montan wax supply and presents the Licocare RBW Vita portfolio, based on rice bran wax, as a renewable alternative for polymer applications, including food-contact uses.

2026-04-08 additives

Circular polyamide cuts the carbon footprint of Vimar Linea switches by 80%

Vimar has launched the Linea switch range, where mounting frames made from Durethan Blue polyamide 6 by Envalior have reduced the carbon footprint by more than 80% compared to previous fossil-based solutions.

2026-04-02 polyamide (PA)

New thermoplastic composites from Xenia Materials with increased modulus

Xenia Materials introduces the HM Upgrade technology based on high modulus carbon fibres, which increases the stiffness and strength of thermoplastic composites without changing their density, addressing demanding structural applications.

2026-04-01 engineering plastics

K.D. Feddersen expands its portfolio with Zypeek plastics for Europe

K.D. Feddersen GmbH & Co. KG is introducing high-performance Zypeek PEEK plastics from Jilin Joinature Polymer Co., Ltd. to the European market, expanding its range of materials for the most demanding applications.

2026-03-27 engineering plastics

New iglidur i190PF filament for 3D printing sliding parts

igus has introduced the PTFE-free iglidur i190PF filament, offering wear properties comparable to the injection moulding material iglidur W300 and a 100-fold better wear rate than standard PETG in a pin-on-disk test.

2026-03-26 3D printing

Duracon POM in an innovative crawler transport system

Duracon POM resin from Polyplastics has been used in a new crawler transport system developed by Japanese company CuboRex, improving work efficiency in manufacturing plants and construction sites.

2026-03-26 engineering plastics

Hexpol streamlines its thermoplastics operations

The Hexpol group is consolidating its thermoplastics and TPE companies into a single business area, Hexpol Thermoplastics. The aim is to facilitate access to material expertise and accelerate R&D, regulatory and sustainability projects.

2026-03-05 polymer industry

Xenia introduces Xelamid impact-modified PA11 and PA12 polyamide

Xenia Materials announces the launch of Xelamid at JEC World 2026, a family of impact-modified PA11 and PA12-based polyamides featuring increased impact strength, elongation at break and stable properties under elevated humidity conditions.

2026-03-02 engineering plastics

Joe Read appointed new Managing Director of Biesterfeld in the UK and Ireland

Biesterfeld has appointed Joe Read as Managing Director in the United Kingdom and Ireland, effective 1 March 2026. He will succeed Guy Payne, who will assume the role of long-term advisor.

2026-02-17 polymer industry

SABIC presents medical materials and alternatives to fluoropolymers

At MD&M West 2026, SABIC presented medical thermoplastics, including new polycarbonate copolymers and biocompatible Siltem HU materials as potential fluoropolymer replacements in medical tubing, as well as support for rapid application development.

2026-02-10 chemical industry

Avient expands its Nymax REC recycled nylon composites portfolio

Avient launches the Nymax REC 6000 High Impact series, comprising 22 grades of impact-modified recycled nylon compounds with 42–93% post-industrial recycled content and up to 83% carbon footprint reduction compared to prime-based materials.

2026-02-10 polymer industry