24-09-2020
INEOS Styrolution’s composite StyLight® selected by CASCO
INEOS Styrolution, the global leader in styrenics, announced today the selection of its StyLight® composite by CASCO for the production of safety helmets for bicyclists and skiers.
24-09-2020
SABIC launches innovative TF-BOPE film for frozen food packaging
SABIC, a global leader in diversified chemicals, has launched a sustainable packaging solution for frozen food which combines a new polyethylene (PE) grade with innovative film production technology. Compared to conventional blow PE film solutions, it offers significantly higher throughput and also has potential for down-gauging, making it attractive from both a commercial and sustainability standpoint.
23-09-2020
SONGWON expands its range of SONGFLAME® WB flame-retardant synergists
Following the launch of SONGFLAME® at K-2019, SONGWON has further developed its proprietary halogen-free technology and is adding a new product to its portfolio of flame-retardant synergists.
22-09-2020
INEOS Styrolution and AmSty Announce Joint Facility for Advanced Recycling of Polystyrene in Channahon, Illinois, using Agilyx Technology
INEOS Styrolution and AmSty, two of the largest global producers of polystyrene, announce plans to construct a joint 100 ton per day facility in Channahon, Illinois, that will utilize the Agilyx advanced recycling technology to recycle post-use polystyrene products back into virgin-equivalent styrene monomer.[1]
22-09-2020
Guardian Glass launches new float line at Czestochowa, Poland plant
Guardian Glass completed its first ribbon pull at its second float glass facility in Częstochowa, Poland to help meet the growing demand for high performance coated and fabricated glass products in Poland and throughout Eastern Europe.
22-09-2020
Archroma reports strong trend in warm earthy color tones in recent pandemic-hit months
Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, today announced that its quarterly trends in the orders of its color standards and recipes seems to indicate a growing fondness among consumers for earth tones.
22-09-2020
THERMEC™ S: DOMO Chemicals launches sintered carbon replacement for submersible pumps
DOMO Chemicals has expanded its THERMEC™ range of enhanced polymers, with the introduction of a new solution for the replacement of sintered carbon in submersible pump thrust bearings applications. THERMEC™ S is a glass and mineral filled, lubricated polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) based material that offers outstanding abrasion and wear resistance properties to improve tool life. The product is not only cost-effective, but also offers excellent performance benefits, when compared to sintered carbon. Due to its excellent processability, THERMEC™ S is suitable for both injection moulding and extrusion applications.
18-09-2020
Clariant to build new high-tech production site for CATOFIN™ catalysts in Jiaxing, Zhejiang Province, China
Clariant, a focused, sustainable and innovative specialty chemical company, today announced the construction of a new state-of-the-art catalyst production site in China. This project represents a significant investment which further strengthens Clariant’s position in China and enhances its ability to support its customers in the country’s thriving petrochemicals industry.
