Polyplastics expands Laperos LCP portfolio for electronics
Polyplastics has introduced new Laperos LCP LH and TF series, developed for miniaturization, high flowability and increasing design requirements in electronic components.
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New SABIC PC copolymer without PFAS for medical devices
SABIC has introduced LNP ELCRES NPCRX9612U, the first fluorine-free, PFAS-free polycarbonate copolymer with UL746G certification, offering chemical resistance and UL94 V0 flame retardance at 1.5 mm for thin-wall medical applications.
Envalior wins two SPE Automotive Awards for lightweighting
Envalior received the Grand Innovation Award and 1st Place in Enabler Technology at the SPE Automotive Awards, recognizing a recyclable convertible roof cap and a hybrid composite EV battery cover developed with partners.
Uniwell selects Syensqo AvaSpire PAEK for corrugated flex hoses
Uniwell Rohrsysteme has adopted Syensqo’s AvaSpire PAEK compounds to produce corrugated flexible plumbing hoses for Grohe faucet systems. The polymer targets a cost and performance gap, enabling streamlined extrusion-based production and addressing durability and potable water requirements.
M.Tec Engineering brings simulation-led 3D printing to Formnext 2025
M.Tec Engineering GmbH will present a simulation method for additive manufacturing of thermoplastic components at Formnext 2025. The approach virtually validates warpage, dimensional accuracy and layer bonding to support predictable, industrial 3D printing.
SABIC debuts non-fluorinated Siltem resin blends for cables
SABIC has introduced three non-fluorinated Siltem resin blend families as potential alternatives to ETFE, FEP and PVDF in wire and cable, targeting PFAS-related restrictions while improving processing and resistance properties.
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.
Forecast of PP price increase in Poland at the end of August 2025
The issues faced by European polypropylene producers may lead to a slight increase in prices in Poland in the last week of August - early September.
SABIC unveils Megamolding platform for large thermoplastic part production
SABIC has introduced the Megamolding platform, aiming to streamline the production of large thermoplastic parts across diverse industries, offering improved efficiency, design flexibility, and sustainability compared to traditional materials.
ENGEL presents the world's first rear-end-lights featuring clearmelt without hard coating
A new generation of decorative and functionalised rear-end-lights is about to enter series production. At K 2025, ENGEL will present the complete manufacturing process for the first time.
Colour, function, progress - masterbatches for tomorrow's challenges
Whether colour, function or sustainability - AF-Color will be presenting innovative solutions for technically demanding plastics at K 2025.
PUre synergy effects - reaction technology with injection molding and extrusion
More knowledge creates more interesting solutions: With ColorForm and purity glycoLine PU, KraussMaffei is presenting two applications at K 2025 in Düsseldorf in which polyurethane processing from the Reaction Process Machinery division (RPM) cooperates with injection molding technology and extrusion respectively.
