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NPE2012 numbers anticipate a large and diversified show.
With five weeks left before opening day, the NPE2012 international plastics exposition is on course to be a huge, dynamic event, in line with NPE successes of the past and substantially stronger than the last NPE in 2009, it was announced by SPI. Thus far 1,830 companies have purchased 903,000 sq.ft. (83,890 sq.m) of exhibit space at NPE2012, and commitments by more companies can be expected between now and opening day ...
Brazilian Plastics News
LANXESS’ plant in Triunfo breaks EPDM rubber production record.
Used by the automotive, construction, plastic modification, cable and wire industries, demand for EPDM rubber has been booming, mainly on the Brazilian and Chinese markets. In 2011, LANXESS reached the record mark of 41,200 tons of synthetic EPDM rubber production in its Triunfo unit, Brazil ...
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Innova launches second generation of its transparent mid-impact Polystyrene.
The proprietary formulation of the resin presents a significant gain in flexibility and ability for deep thermoforming, which adds to the features that ensured the success of its first generation: high transparency and stiffness in thin-walled applications, high gloss and competitive cost. Innova, a company fully controlled by Petrobras ...
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Ethanol-based packaging of BASF´s pesticide reaches the market. .
BASF's Crop Protection unit announced the launch of the first ethanol-based packaging of a pesticide from its portfolio - for Regent 800 ® WG insecticide, a market leader in the management and control of major pests of sugarcane. Unlike the conventional process for manufacturing polyethylene - which has oil as its raw material - the new packaging of Regent 800 WG insecticide will be manufactured ...
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Colacril, Vitopel and Braskem present sustainable solution in self-adhesive labels.
The Green Liner joint project, developed by Colacril, Vitopel and Braskem since May, 2011, has the purpose of introducing an environmentaly sustainable option in self-adhesive labels coupled with a reverse logistic program. The product will utilize BOPP film (bioriented polypropylene), which has properties that facilitate its recycling ....
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DSM Engineering Plastics signs distribution agreement with Resinet to strengthen its presence in Brazil.
In order to tap fully into the Brazilian potential, DSM established a partnership with Resinet in order to help accelerate the growth of the DSM Engineering Plastics product portfolio in Brazil throughout the Automotive, Electrical and Electronics, and General Industries. Resinet is a 40 years ...
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SABIC´s plants in Brazil and Argentina earn certification to produce FDA-compliant, biocompatible resins for healthcare market. .
Medical markets in eight Latin American countries are expected to demonstrate a compound annual growth rate of 4.6 percent between 2008 and 2013, reaching U.S. $9.2 billion. To meet this increasing demand, SABIC is committed to providing local customers fast and easy access to high-performance materials ...
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International Plastics News
BASF presents new plastic for biodegradable mulch film.
In contrast to agricultural film made from conventional polyethylene (PE), film made from Ecovio F Mulch biodegrades. It is no longer necessary for farmers to retrieve the film from the field for disposal or recycling after the harvest. They can simply plow it under along with what remains from the plants. This saves time and reduces costs ...
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Mazda Develops Resin Material for Vehicle Parts For Weight Reduction..
Mazda has developed, jointly with Japan Polypropylene Corp., a resin material for vehicle parts that maintains the same rigidity as parts made with conventional materials while achieving significant weight reduction. Using this material, the parts manufactured are thinner than those using conventional resin, resulting in a significant reduction ...
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Demand increases for innovative PET beverage keg.
An independent brewery in Russia has placed an order for new lightweight, recyclable beverage containers made by Petainer, a specialist plastics packaging technology company. The Kegs manufactured in PET are being supplied to Lipetsk Pivo which has the world’s largest plastic Keg filling ...
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European Consortium will develop processes and procedures for recycled plastics for food contact applications.
The European Commission granted a financial contribution for research to develop processes and quality procedures for the valorisation of recycled plastics for food contact applications. The three-year project, started on November 2011 and called SupercleanQ, consists of a twelve-strong consortium that has secured 1,916,300 euro of EU funding to develop quality assurance tools and procedures for plastics ...
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Clear Lam Develops First Renewable, Plant-Based Packaging for Snack Cheese.
The renewable Precious® Sticksters® package is made at the customer - Lactalis -on horizontal form, fill and seal machines. The package, which holds individually sealed cheese sticks, is made from a lamination of plant-based, renewable plastic and an outer layer made from traditional petroleum-based plastic. This new material ...
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Milacron Expands Production of Magna Servo Machines to U.S. from India.
The Magna Servo machines were developed by Ferromatik Milacron India, Milacron's Indian affiliate, and have been in production there since 2008. The company has been importing these machines since 2009, and due to increased domestic demand, it has decided to also build these machines ..
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Arkema speeds up its development in Asia and in green chemistry with the closing of the acquisition of Hipro Polymers and Casda Biomaterials.
Arkema has finalized the acquisition of Chinese companies Hipro Polymers, a producer of specialty biosourced polyamides 10.10, and Casda Biomaterials, the world’s leading producer of sebacic acid processed from castor oil. By adding Hipro Polymers’ PA10.10 to its existing high performance polymer portfolio, Arkema is strengthening its world leading position in specialty biosourced polyamides ...
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Mexichem and Wavin create global leader in the plastic pipe systems and solutions industry.
The combination of Mexichem and Wavin will create the global leader (€ 4.0 billion annual sales) in the sector, building on a combined history of innovation and a commitment to client servicing. The companies will capitalise on a strong complementary fit in geography, product portfolio, R&D and business lines and together will be better equipped for future growth from consolidation and expansion into new markets ...
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