Cycling shorts padded with innovative TPE layer from Kariburg TPE
SQlab has chosen Supersoft TPE for optimum pressure distribution in cycling shorts.
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Kraiburg TPE provides adhesion and clean eating
The Babynator learn-to-eat set for babies and toddlers makes eating cleaner. The non-slip system comprises a self-adhesive mat made of Thermolast K from Kraiburg TPE that firmly holds in place exchangeable accessories such as plates and bowls.
Nexeo Plastics acquires Nevicolor and expands european presence
Nexeo Plastics LLC, a leading global thermoplastics resin distributor and an affiliate of GPD Companies, Inc., announced that it has acquired Nevicolor S.p.A., a leading Italian distributor and compounder of thermoplastics.
SABIC and Local Motors cooperate
With the desire to improve the circularity of large format additive manufacturing (LFAM), SABIC and Local Motors, a next-generation vehicle manufacturer, completed a joint study on the feasibility of recycling scrap thermoplastic parts and shavings from the 3D printing process.
Virtual TPE Expert Talks 2021 provide global information
Kraiburg TPE will be holding its second TPE Expert Talks from June 8 to 10. Spurred on by the positive feedback received about the kick-off event in 2020, this free digital event will be presented in an extended global format.
SABIC advances thermoplastic solutions for critical EV battery technologies
With automakers accelerating their shift to an all-electric future, SABIC continues developing thermoplastic-based solutions and harnessing its expertise to help the industry optimize the performance of electric vehicles (EVs).
Enjoying coffee without feeling guilty: Reusable coffee cup lid made of TPE
Sustainability, convenience and enjoyment are now no longer contradictions – and manufacturers are responding: for example Cadios GmbH, a German start-up business that has developed the first reusable lid for coffee mugs and cups.
K.D. Feddersen obtains distribution rights for Trinseo TPE
K.D. Feddersen is now the official distributor in Germany as well as in all major countries in Northern, Central and Eastern Europe for TPE, TPU materials and bioplastics from Trinseo.
Increasing complexity of automotive LED lighting designs
The trend toward developing complex, intricate automotive lighting designs using light-emitting diodes (LEDs) has created a need for high-performance thermoplastics with exceptional flow and easy mold release.
Nexeo plastics hires Joost D’Hooghe as new vice president of EMEA
Nexeo Plastics, a leading global thermoplastics resin distributor, is proud to welcome Joost d’Hooghe as its new vice president of EMEA.
A TPE for sustainable cotton swabs
The days of disposable plastic products are numbered – alternatives are needed. The success of LastObject’s reusable cotton swabs shows that the market is ready for change.
SABIC expands post-consumer recycled engineering thermoplastics
SABIC announced that its engineering thermoplastics business is expanding its portfolio of Cycoloy and Lexan resins containing high levels of post-consumer recycled material (PCR).
