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In order to save weight, an increasing number of assemblies used in the automotive industry today are made of plastic or lightweight metal which need to be glued together. The reliable pretreatment of the joining surfaces is a must,…

Since July 1, Stephan Nickisch is the new Managing Director of Evosys Laser Services GmbH. This step is another milestone for the future orientation of the subsidiary. Stephan Nickisch was previously Key Account Manager for the…

KRAIBURG TPE has performed extensive tests to examine the suitability of its thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) for use in additive manufacturing (AM). The tests have shown that almost all of the company’s TPEs can be processed with excellent…

Packaging has many faces – and an important task: it should provide protection and information, and trigger the incentive to buy. In addition to design, surface characteristics play a decisive role. Painting opens up new and interesting…

The Comexi Technology Center turnkey project, a collaboration with Esko, Asahi and DuPont, culminates once client daily production is efficiently autonomous. The Manel Xifra Boada Technology Center, Comexi CTec, which specializes in…

Last year, the world-famous ice-cream brand became the first to use SABIC’s certified circular PP. Over 7 million tubs made with recycled plastics will be rolled out across Europe in 2020 and due to be launched globally from 2021 onwards.…

We at Borealis are committed to doing our part to help stop the spread of the coronavirus. In order to protect the health and safety of our employees, contractors, and business partners, we are diligently monitoring global developments and…

Sukano is launching a newly formulated transparent Impact Modifier for COLD, flash frozen and room temperature applications under the umbrella of the SUKANO RPET Product Portfolio. The new SUKANO Impact Modifier Masterbatch can replace…

ALPLA, the global packaging solutions and recycling specialist, is acquiring Bopla S.A. as part of an asset deal. ALPLA intends to use the Spanish company’s expertise in the area of single-stage manufacturing technologies to expand its own…

Case Western Reserve researchers developing process to recycle ‘thermoset’ plastics; examples include wind-turbine blades, auto parts, boats, and other structural materials. Researchers at Case Western Reserve University have developed a…