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Circular Valley Convention 2026: a platform for the circular economy

Circular Valley Convention 2026: a platform for the circular economy

Circular Valley Convention 2026, organized by Circular Valley, Messe Düsseldorf and Fraunhofer, will for the second time combine a trade fair, specialist conference and networking to create a cross-industry platform for concrete solutions in the field of the circular economy.

Why antimony is no longer suitable for modern adhesives

Why antimony is no longer suitable for modern adhesives

Rising prices of antimony trioxide and regulatory pressure are pushing adhesive manufacturers to seek halogen‑free flame retardant alternatives. Clariant proposes phosphinates as a replacement for ATO in adhesive applications.

Comexi Offset CI Evolution: 30 installations by 2025

Comexi Offset CI Evolution: 30 installations by 2025

Since its commercial debut in 2015, the Comexi Offset CI Evolution platform has reached 30 installations worldwide, combining high print quality with a 100% solvent-free process and reduced energy consumption.

Envalior thermoplastic UD tape for hydrogen pressure vessels

Envalior thermoplastic UD tape for hydrogen pressure vessels

Envalior introduces the UDea EcoPaXX Q20HTC60 thermoplastic UD tape based on polyamide 4.10 with carbon fibers for reinforcing all-thermoplastic hydrogen pressure vessels, enabling weight and cost reduction and easier recycling of tank systems.

Quality, innovation and sustainability in cables and PVC 2026

Quality, innovation and sustainability in cables and PVC 2026

In the cable and PVC industry for technical applications, mere regulatory compliance is no longer enough. By 2026, competitiveness will be defined by the ability to integrate quality, innovation and sustainability directly into the production process and to control process stability.