June 13, 2024Polyurethane (PU) Insulation: Repowered PerformancePolyurethane (PU) Insulation is highly efficient and widely employed. The escalating demand for energy consumption standards underscores the need to repower it. Read more
June 10, 2024A Look at UBQ Materials’ Waste-conversion AlchemyUBQ Materials Ltd. takes common household garbage, screens and processes it, and turns it into cost-competitive thermoplastic materials that can be processed into valuable products. Read more
June 7, 2024HDPE: Superior Performance and Durability in ConstructionHDPE’s widespread applications in construction components and piping systems underscore its role in enhancing performance, longevity, and sustainability across diverse sectors. Read more
June 6, 2024Polyurethane: Sustainable & Digital CheckDigital technologies offer new opportunities for Polyurethane, not only from an environmental perspective but also in terms of improved properties and processing. Read more
June 5, 2024Roadway Pavements as Energy SourcesInnovative Roadway Pavements can fulfill multiple functions, including pavement condition monitoring, snow-melting, urban heat island effect (UHI) reduction, and self-healing. Read more
June 3, 2024Extrusion Troubleshooting – Key Drivers (Part 3 of 3)Extrusion troubleshooting draws the interconnection between the pillars of materials engineering, processing technology, and product development, bridging the gap between theory and praxis. Read more
May 31, 2024Potential of Microencapsulated Flame RetardantsMicroencapsulated flame retardants (MFRs) revolutionize the landscape of fire protection for polymer materials. They leverage encapsulation technology to enhance performance while addressing environmental and safety concerns. Read more
May 30, 2024PVC-Fiberglass Composites in Piping SystemsPVC-fiberglass composites have been positioned as an effective and innovative alternative, combining the strengths of both materials to create pipes with improved characteristics. Read more
May 28, 2024Extrusion Troubleshooting – Key Drivers (Part 2 of 3)Extrusion has contributed to a 5.5% increase in the construction sector’s growth, underscoring the importance of addressing its troubleshooting factors. Read more
May 28, 2024Life Cycle Assessment: From Packaging into Paving BlocksResearch explores the environmental impacts of transforming multilayer metalized plastic packaging (MLP), commonly used in consumer goods, into paving blocks (PVBs). Read more
May 24, 2024Advantages of HDPE in Infrastructure ProjectsHigh-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipes have become a preferred choice in infrastructure projects, offering unparalleled benefits in durability, cost-effectiveness, and performance. Read more
May 23, 2024Antibacterial Polymers: Advancing in Public HealthAntibacterial polymers are engineered to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria, making them essential in healthcare and public settings. Read more