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SABIC introduces Ultem oligomer for aerospace composites

SABIC introduces Ultem oligomer for aerospace composites

SABIC has introduced the Ultem SU3102P reactive oligomer, a toughening agent for thermoset composites used in aerospace structures. The material is intended to enable high loadings while maintaining low formulation viscosity and process compatibility.

Wittmann at FIP 2026 to present three injection molding series

Wittmann at FIP 2026 to present three injection molding series

At FIP 2026 in Lyon, the Wittmann Group will present live three series of all-electric injection molding machines, including the EcoPrimus, premiering on the French market. The booth will also feature complete automated production cells as well as selected robots and auxiliary equipment.

Plas Mec to present mixing systems at Plast 2026

Plas Mec to present mixing systems at Plast 2026

Plas Mec announces it will present solutions for mixing powders and PVC dry blends at Plast 2026 in Milan. The company highlights, among others, the Combimix-Hc system and the Trr mixer with interchangeable containers.

Mocom to showcase compounds at Chinaplas 2026

Mocom to showcase compounds at Chinaplas 2026

At Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai, Mocom will present a portfolio of advanced thermoplastic compounds for automotive, electronics, and sports and leisure applications. The company will showcase, among other things, lighting materials, recycled-content solutions, and lightweight flame-retardant compounds.

Polytives polymer additive improves PMMA processing

Polytives polymer additive improves PMMA processing

Polytives has developed the bFI A 3745 process additive based on hyperbranched PMMA, which significantly improves flowability and processing efficiency of Plexiglas-type PMMA compounds while maintaining their optical properties and long-term stability.

Ducona expands sauce production with Sidel blow-moulding

Ducona expands sauce production with Sidel blow-moulding

Ducona Holland BV has installed a Sidel SBO 8 EvoBlow blow-moulding machine with preferential heating technology for the production of flat PET containers for sauces, increasing efficiency and reducing material consumption.

Hexpol streamlines its thermoplastics operations

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.

New SABIC PC copolymer without PFAS for medical devices

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.