BASF to expand production capacity for Irganox 1010
BASF plans to increase the global production capacity for its antioxidant Irganox 1010 by 40% with production expansion projects at its sites in Jurong, Singapore, and Kaisten, Switzerland.
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Honeycomb materials delivering performance and growth in packaging
The honeycomb structure is recognized as optimal in terms of material utilization for performance. A comparison of the different core structures used today in packaging confirms this view.
Lanxess presents new solutions for the rubber processing industry
At the DKT 2018 (German Rubber Conference), Lanxess presents a broad range of additives for the rubber processing industry.
Eric Quenet is new regional director in PlasticsEurope
On 1 July 2018, Eric Quenet assumed the position of western Europe regional director at the European trade association of plastics producers, PlasticsEurope.
Industry comes together at Erema Discovery Days 2018
More than 1.000 guests invited by Erema made their way to Ansfelden, Austria, for the Discovery Days 2018 from 27 to 29 June. Well-known companies from the plastics sector, such as Borealis, Engel, Greiner, Haidlmair and Henkel gave participants an insight into their view of working with plastics in a sustainable way.
Best-practice ZSK extruder for quick ROI when compounding engineering plastics
Coperion is now offering an extremely cost-efficient high-performance twin screw extruder in best-practice design that is optimized for compounding engineering plastics: the ZSK 58 Mc18 world proven.
Innovative Therban solution with new Termonomer
Arlanxeo, a global manufacturer of synthetic elastomers, will present its new terpolymer Therban ST 3107 VP at DKT 2018 (German Rubber Conference).
interplastica 2019 dates announced
The next edition of interplastica, 22ndt International Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber, will take place at the Expocentr Krasnaya Presnya in Moscow from January 29 – February 1, 2019.
New stabilizers protect plastics against hydrolysis
The LANXESS Additives business unit is expanding its product range of hydrolysis stabilizers for plastics and polyurethanes with the addition of Stabaxol L.
Lanxess: Price adjustment for PA 6.6 compounds
Lanxess is raising its prices for Durethan A (polyamide 6.6) compounds in Europe, Middle East and Africa by EUR 0.60/kg with immediate effect.
Great success for Moretto’s new technological solutions at Plast 2018
At Plast 2018, Moretto renews its strong commitment to the market by presenting messages and new solutions focused on the specific requests of an increasingly demanding clientele.
K 2019 on course for success
Companies from the plastics and rubber industries again place their trust in the flagship fair. Focus on innovative materials and technologies, digitalization and circular economy.
