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Eco-Friendly Modified Plastics: The Future of Sustainable Materials
December 3, 2024 – Modified Plastics: A Pioneering Force in the New Materials Sector Modified plastics, renowned for their exceptional electrical, magnetic, heat-resistant, and flame-retardant properties, have been making waves in various industries including home appliances, automotive, and electronics in recent years. These innovative materials, derived from the modification of common polymer resins through physical,…
The Importance of Solubility Parameter in Chemical Industry Applications
December 3, 2024 – Solubility Parameter: The Key to Unlocking Polymer Compatibility in the Chemical Industry In the realm of chemicals, the Solubility Parameter (SP) stands as a pivotal physical constant, measuring the miscibility of liquid materials. This parameter not only directly reflects the cohesive energy density of materials but also determines the compatibility between…
Sinopec’s CPWP Technology: Revolutionizing Plastic Recycling
December 3, 2024 – A groundbreaking achievement has been made in the field of plastic recycling as Sinopec’s Research Institute of Petroleum Processing (RIPP) successfully developed and dispatched the proprietary Reduced Volume & Efficient Dechlorination (RDC) unit reactor for waste plastic. This pivotal equipment, which recently passed its factory acceptance test, has embarked on its…
Sustainable Future: Clariant Unveils PFAS-Free Portfolio and Innovation Plans
December 1, 2024 – Clariant Leads Industry Transformation with PFAS-Free Additive Portfolio Clariant has successfully completed its transition to a fully PFAS-free additive portfolio by the end of 2023, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric innovation. As global regulatory scrutiny over PFAS substances intensifies, Clariant’s proactive strategy underscores its forward-thinking…
High-Purity BDO Production Kicks Off at Xinjiang Xinye’s Phase II Facility
December 1, 2024 – Xinjiang Xinye Energy & Chemical Co., Ltd. Achieves Major Milestone with Successful Launch of 200,000 TPA BDO Phase II Project Xinjiang Xinye Energy & Chemical Co., Ltd. has announced the successful startup of its 200,000 tons per annum (TPA) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO) Phase II project on November 27, following 18 months of…
Pioneering Plastic Recycling Solutions: Wanrong Technology’s International Partnership
December 1, 2024 – Wanrong Technology Partners with Korean Eco-Firm to Advance Plastic Recycling Solutions In a landmark move, Wanrong Technology, a leading player in China’s solid waste resource utilization sector, has formally inked a cooperation agreement with a renowned South Korean environmental enterprise. The collaboration aims to deepen cooperation in the field of chemical…
BASF’s Ultramid® T7000 Bridges the Gap Between PA66 and PPA
December 1, 2024 – BASF has unveiled a groundbreaking PA/PPA blend, Ultramid® T7000, designed to bridge the market gap between PA66 and PPA, specifically tailored for replacing metal structural components. This innovative material, according to industry sources, boasts exceptional mechanical properties, outstanding dimensional stability, ease of injection molding, and a smooth surface finish, making it…
Green Transformation: JLR Introduces Eco-Friendly PU Foam in Car Seats
November 29, 2024 – Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced a significant breakthrough in collaboration with industry giants Dow and Adient, successfully tackling the challenge of closed-loop recycling of waste polyurethane (PU) seat foam. This innovative achievement enables the reintegration of recycled materials into the production process of new automotive seats, marking a substantial advancement…
Mount to Coast Unveils Eco-Friendly Ultra-Running Shoes with BASF’s ecoflex BMB
November 29, 2024 – Hong Kong’s renowned running shoe brand, Mount to Coast, has recently made a groundbreaking move by incorporating BASF’s ecoflex BMB bioplastic into its ultra-running shoe line, unveiling the innovative CircleCELL midsole. This pioneering step marks a significant shift towards replacing traditional Polyether Block Amide (PEBA) materials. The ecoflex biopolymer by BASF,…
Global Caprolactam Technology Expansion: HighChem Takes the Reins from Sumitomo
November 28, 2024 – Sumitomo Chemical Transfers Groundbreaking Caprolactam Technology to HighChem In a recent announcement, Sumitomo Chemical has revealed that it has formally transferred the intellectual property rights (IPR) of its proprietary gas-phase Beckmann rearrangement technology for caprolactam production to HighChem Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “HighChem”). The two parties have signed a…