09.12.2021
Clariant ready for faster, smarter catalyst research with high-tech upgrade of site in Japan
Clariant’s Catalysts business unit continues to advance its R&D capabilities. The company recently made a significant investment to modernize its research facility in Toyama, Japan, preparing it for faster, more efficient experimentation. In addition to being Clariant’s global competence center for nickel-based hydrogenation and styrene catalyst development, the Toyama site is also involved in other research fields, including custom catalysts, emission control, and emerging applications of power-to-x technologies.
08.12.2021
B.I.G. Yarns announces major investments in new yarn technology
Building a strong future. B.I.G. Yarns reveals significant investment in its next-generation Polyamide (PA) technology to help global carpet tile manufacturers meet the demands of the contract market. In addition to this key investment, the company also announces its decision to become a new producer of polyester (PET) yarns for the automotive industry.
08.12.2021
DSM Engineering Materials’ recycled ocean plastic used in Ford Bronco earns global Innovation Award
Today, DSM Engineering Materials announces that Ford Motor Company, HellermannTyton, and DSM earned an Innovation Award from the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) for the use of Akulon® RePurposed recycled ocean plastic in the Ford Bronco Sport. This application was also recognized by Ford as the first of many potential uses for recycled ocean plastics in a major vehicle platform.
08.12.2021
Ascend to expand compound production to Latin America
Ascend Performance Materials has announced plans to purchase a compounding facility in San Jose Iturbide, Mexico, growing its global footprint and expanding production capacity for high-performance engineered materials.
08.12.2021
SABIC and Bamberger polymers join forces for distribution of engineering thermoplastics and polyolefins in U.S.
SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry announced today that the company has selected Bamberger Polymers – a global market leader in plastics distribution – as an authorized SABIC distributor in the Americas to provide customers with its engineering thermoplastics (ETP) and polyolefins. This strategic collaboration will further expand SABIC’s market presence for these products and utilize Bamberger’s successful marketing and distribution network in the Americas.
08.12.2021
SABIC committed to high-performance polymer solutions for safer, sustainable, scalable and efficient e-mobility and energy storage
SABIC’s theme at this year’s Battery Show in Stuttgart approaches the industry with a bold claim of ‘Powering Excellence in Batteries and Energy Storage’ across mobile and stationary application areas with one of the broadest offerings of thermoplastic polymers, technology focus and design expertise for battery customers. With concepts, pilot and commercial solutions on display and in key visuals, the exhibit aims to inspire the battery value chain to leverage the wide innovation potential of thermoplastic materials and help manufacturers solve major challenges in the battery space: safety, scalable manufacturing, energy efficiency and durability. Dhanendra Nagwanshi, Global Marketing Leader, EV Batteries & Electricals from SABIC Petrochemicals, and Luc Govaerts, Technology Director SABIC Specialties, share the company’s vision and strategy for the market.
08.12.2021
Das neue Guardian SunGuard® SNX 70 Glas sorgt für Licht, Komfort und Eleganz – in jeder Hinsicht
Guardian Glass Europe hat das neueste Produkt seiner führenden SunGuard® eXtraSelective Serie eingeführt: Guardian SunGuard SNX 70.
08.12.2021
Solvay Launches Digital Hub for Mining Industry
Today Solvay launched an exclusive digital knowledge hub, the Mining Chemicals Handbook, which provides 24/7 access to relevant mining chemical application information for those active in this demanding sector. This is the first such resource in the industry, underscoring Solvay’s commitment to the industry and ongoing efforts to lead and innovate.
