September 7, 2023New Masterbatches Reduce Contaminants in PackagingAmpacet masterbatches protect food and drug packaging. Read more
September 6, 2023LyondellBasell Will Close Polypropylene Plant in ItalyLyondellBasell announced that it plans to permanently close one of two polypropylene lines that it operates in Brindisi, Italy. The line has nameplate capacity of 235,000 metric tons per year, and is being shuttered because it is “uncompetitive,” says Jim Guilfoyle, senior vice president for olefins and polyolefins. Read more
September 5, 2023Seaweed-Based Bioresins Are Ready for Prime TimeSupply Deal Targets Compostable Resins for Europe. Read more
September 1, 2023PHA Polymer Forecast to Grow at 15.9 Percent CAGRHigh rate for biobased polyester reflects growing demand for sustainable products Read more
August 30, 2023LSR Molding Process Targets Automotive Light-Guide LensesUse of optical-grade silicone in smart headlights advances with technique from Elmet and Dow. Read more
August 29, 2023Curved Auto Display Will Be Shown at Tech Trends in ParisContinental says its Curved Ultrawide Display is world’s first pillar-to-pillar unit. Read more
August 28, 2023AVs and EVs Propel Growth of Automotive RoboticsPrecise and efficient manufacturing of autonomous and electric vehicles bode well for demand. Read more
August 24, 2023Global Robot Sales Will More Than Double in Seven YearsStudy Forecasts Market Value Topping $45 Billion in 2030. Read more
August 23, 2023HDPE Resin Allows Converters to Create Mono-Material Barrier FilmExxonMobil grade replace multi-material structures in blown film packaging Read more
August 22, 2023Polymer Resources Adds Capacity to Satisfy Demand for Engineering CompoundsNew extrusion line and larger plant help company meet growing sales demand. Read more