Demand for high-performance yarns on the rise
Barmag, part of the Oerlikon Group, is commissioning three new HMLS yarn systems in China as local producers ramp up capacity to meet rising global demand for high-performance polyester tire cord.
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JEC Forum Central Europe: the composites ecosystem at the heart of Europe
The first JEC Forum Central Europe convened 217 participants from 23 countries in Krakow on 17–18 September 2025, generating 585 business meetings and 979 leads. Exhibitors and speakers highlighted market dynamics, resilience strategies and technical innovations.
Xenia introduces ST Upgrade for impact-toughened composites
Xenia has unveiled ST Upgrade, a technology that increases the impact resistance of its fibre-reinforced thermoplastic materials by an average of 60 percent and raises elongation at break by 40 percent. The option is available across selected Xecarb, Xeglass, Xebrid and Xegreen formulations.
PulPac’s Dry Molded Fiber portfolio approaching +400 granted patents
Since the start of 2025, PulPac’s patent portfolio has expanded significantly and now includes 67 patent families with nearly +400 granted patents across 58 countries, covering various aspects of the Dry Molded Fiber technology.
Industrial Summit Technology unveils advanced polyimide fiber Imidetex
In occasion of JEC World 2025, the leading international Composite Show, Industrial Summit Technology (I.S.T.) has proudly announced the launch of Imidetex, an advanced polyimide fiber engineered to redefine composite applications.
Wittmann with latest technology at the Plástico Brasil 2025
At the Plástico Brasil in São Paulo from March 24 to 28 2025, Wittmann will show at its booth No. F080 energy-efficient, resource-saving injection molding machines, automation and auxiliaries to interested trade visitors.
Polyplastics Launches New Eco-Friendly Plastron LFT
Polyplastics has launched Plastron LFT RA627P, an eco-friendly composite of polypropylene (PP) resin and long cellulose fiber which delivers low density, high specific rigidity, high impact strength, and excellent damping for a range of applications.
K.D. Feddersen Distribution expands Celanese product portfolio
At the beginning of 2025, K.D. Feddersen Distribution in Europe is expanding its Celanese portfolio to include the polyamide grades of Zytel, Minlon, Selar and Elvamide and the polyester portfolio to include Rynite.
PFAS-free non-flammable formulations expand Avient's portfolio
Avient Corporation announces the addition of flame-retardant (FR) grades manufactured without intentionally added PFAS-based raw materials to its portfolio of Complet PKE Long Fiber Reinforced Polyketone Thermoplastics.
For advanced metal replacement - Ultramid T7000
For advanced metal replacement in structural parts, BASF is now offering a portfolio of polyamide (PA) and polyphthalamide (PPA) blends with better, more constant mechanical properties than PA66.
Wittmann supports establishment of a new injection molding facility
For the Bosch Siemens Hausgeräte washing machine production plant located in Łódź, Poland, the change to a new generation of appliances led to a new production strategy.
NGR at Fakuma 2024: tailored glass fiber package and 360°-service
From October 15 to 19, 2024, Next Generation Recyclingmaschinen GmbH (NGR) showcased its latest developments in plastics recycling at Fakuma in Friedrichshafen.
