PTT Polyester Fiber: A Multifaceted Innovator Reshaping Industries
August 30, 2024 – PTT Polyester Fiber Emerges as a Versatile Game-Changer in Multiple Industries The rise of Polytrimethylene Terephthalate (PTT), a novel polyester fiber, is revolutionizing various sectors with its exceptional properties and untapped potential. Crafted through a sophisticated polycondensation process of 1,3-propanediol (PDO) and terephthalic acid (PTA), PTT stands out for its unparalleled…
Sichuan Petrochemical’s Lean Management and Transformation Drive Remarkable Success
January 18, 2025 – Sichuan Petrochemical Achieves Remarkable Success in 2024 Operations Sichuan Petrochemical has announced impressive achievements in its 2024 operations. At a recent production and operation management meeting, various functional departments within the company presented outstanding performance reports, highlighting a 19% year-on-year increase in crude oil processing volume and surpassing the targeted ethylene production, both…
Global POM Market Set for Shake-Up as Hokuetsu’s Nantong Plant Launches
December 9, 2024 – Hokuriku Electric Industry Co., Ltd. (Hokuetsu), a prominent Japanese company, has announced the successful completion of operational preparations for the first phase of its 90,000-ton-per-year polyoxymethylene (POM) production facility at DaHokuetsu Engineering Plastics (Nantong) Co., Ltd. in Nantong, China. The facility is expected to commence commercial operations at the end of…
AM Green and DP World Join Forces to Build Global Green Fuel Hub
January 18, 2025 – AM Green and global logistics giant DP World have announced a powerful collaboration aimed at establishing a worldwide green fuel hub to drive the sustainable supply chain development of chemical products. This partnership will provide seamless export channels for green fuels to major consumer markets globally, injecting strong momentum into global…
Domestic Polyethylene Market Undergoes Transformation: Capacity Boost and Plant Restarts Usher in New Supply Dynamics
August 02, 2024 – The domestic polyethylene market has recently undergone a series of significant transformations, with not only an increase in production capacity but also a concentrated restart of previously overhauled plants, ushering in new expectations for incremental supply of domestically produced polyethylene. At the end of July, domestic polyethylene production capacity scaled to…
Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS): A Versatile Engineering Plastic for Widespread Applications
August 23, 2024 – Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS), a specialty engineering plastic with various outstanding properties, has been widely utilized in diverse fields due to its high mechanical strength, excellent heat resistance, superior flame retardancy, and strong chemical resistance. With a softening point ranging from 277 to 282℃ and a glass transition temperature (Tg) between 85…
South Korea and Saudi Arabia Impose Restrictions on Chinese Chemical Imports
October 24, 2024 – South Korea and Saudi Arabia Impose Anti-Dumping Measures on Chinese PET Resin and Titanium Dioxide In a recent move, the South Korean government has announced plans to implement anti-dumping measures on PET resin imported from China. According to a report by CaiLian Press, the Trade Commission of the Ministry of Trade,…
From Labs to Real World: Extreme Water-Repellent Coatings Hit Commercial Scale
June 11, 2025 - Superhydrophobic Coatings Redefine Industrial Standards with Multi-Sector Applications A new generation of extreme hydrophobic coatings is transforming surface engineering across industries. These advanced materials – capable of achieving >150° contact angles and <10° sliding angles – are now enabling breakthroughs from solar energy infrastructure to next-gen medical devices. Five Revolutionary Capabilities…
Xinjiang Baofeng Unveils Green Coal Conversion Project for Low-Carbon Chemicals
September 11, 2024 – Xinjiang Baofeng Coal-Based New Materials Co., Ltd. has recently made public the environmental impact assessment information for its demonstration project on clean and efficient coal conversion coupled with green hydrogen production of low-carbon chemicals and new materials. Located in the No.5 Chemical Industry Park of Jiangjunmiao Mining Area, Zhundong Economic and…
Elastomers: Enhancing Polymer Toughness through Unique Mechanisms
October 31, 2024 – In the realm of the chemical industry, elastomers have garnered significant attention as a vital category of polymer materials, owing to their unique properties. Among them, thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) stand out as the preferred choice across various sectors, thanks to their impeccable blend of plasticity and rubber-like characteristics. TPEs, as the…