November 22, 2023Swiss Researchers and MIT Spin-off Develop Way to 3D Print Slow-curing PolymersWorking with U.S. startup Inkbit, researchers in Switzerland have, for the first time, say they have found a way to 3D print slow-curing polymers. Read more
November 20, 2023Why Fluoropolymers are Considered PFASThe use of “forever chemicals” in the European Union would be largely banned under a proposal issued by the European Chemicals Agency. At the same time, more US states continue to ban PFAS-containing products without a clear roadmap for the… Read more
November 3, 2023Confronting the Challenges of Carbon Fiber RecyclingA UNSW Canberra researcher claims to have advanced CF recycling. But major challenges remain, says one industry expert. Carbon fiber composites are super strong super lightweight and super difficult to recycle effectively. Embedded in a (usually thermoset) polymer matrix, carbon… Read more
October 20, 2023Kia Using Innovative, Sustainable Materials in its Latest Vehicle InteriorsKia Corp. wants to go green in its future car interiors. This involves using a range of natural and recycled materials, from mushrooms to fishing nets. Read more
September 27, 2023Hennecke Rounds Out New PUR Foam Metering Machine LineTopline MK2 PUR foam metering model is final addition to Hennecke’s Next Generation series of advanced polyurethane foam metering machines. Read more
September 14, 2023DuPont Expands Metal Replacement Options With New Acetal GradeDuPont’s latest Delrin acetal homopolymer resin has 10 percent greater mechanical properties than previous Delrin 100 workhorse version. Read more
July 25, 2023Zotefoams Agrees to Long-Term PVDF Supply Deal With SolvayU.K.-based firm targets its closed-cell, crosslinked foam in aircraft interiors. Read more