Qiya Group’s Strategic Diversification Fuels Comprehensive Growth
In recent years, Qiya Group has actively pursued a diversification strategy to enhance its overall competitiveness by spreading risk and increasing revenue. The Group’s business has expanded to cover five major sectors: aluminum, silicon, modern coal chemical industry, new energy, and mining, forming a comprehensive development layout. Energy, as the core element supporting its production,…
The Role of Waterproof Membranes in Ensuring Building Durability
March 5, 2025 – Waterproof Membranes: A Vital Component in the Construction Industry with Diverse Applications In the realm of construction, waterproof membranes stand as a cornerstone material, playing an indispensable role in safeguarding structures from moisture infiltration. From rooftops to basements and bathrooms, wherever waterproofing is a necessity, these membranes are the go-to solution….
Synthetic Resins: Pillars of Modern Industry and Economy
February 12, 2025 – Synthetic resins, as artificially synthesized polymer compounds, have emerged as indispensable materials in modern industry and daily life. Renowned for their high production and consumption volumes among synthetic materials, synthetic resins serve as the crucial foundation for manufacturing synthetic fibers, coatings, adhesives, insulating materials, and particularly, plastics. Today, the synthetic resin…
Omya China and Boxing Group Ink Deal for PCC Satellite Plant Project
September 13, 2024 – Omya China and Boxing Group, a subsidiary of APP Group, have jointly announced the official signing of a cooperation agreement for a satellite plant project focused on Precipitated Calcium Carbonate (PCC). Boxing Group, a leading player in China’s papermaking industry, boasts a strong presence through its flagship company, Shandong Boxing Paper…
Sichuan Yongying’s 800,000-Ton Functional New Material Project Gears Up for Trial Production
August 19, 2024 – The installation of equipment and piping is currently underway for Sichuan Yongying’s 800,000-ton annual functional new material integrated industrial chain project. Reports indicate that the project is expected to enter the trial production phase in mid-October and is anticipated to officially commence operations by the end of this year. This large-scale…
From Paper Folds to Supermaterials: Princeton’s Metabot Uses Magnetic Dipoles for Wireless-Controlled Deformation
May 21, 2025 – A research team at Princeton University, led by Prof. Glaucio H. Paulino, has drawn inspiration from ancient origami art to develop an innovative structure called “metabot”—a supermaterial robot featuring unique “chiral” unit cells that can be remotely controlled via electromagnetic field commands to perform complex movements like twisting and contracting. According…
The EVOH Revolution: Why This Barrier Material is Outpacing Traditional Plastics
July 5, 2025 – EVOH Barrier Materials Market Enters New Growth Phase Amid Global Capacity Expansion The high-performance packaging materials sector is undergoing a significant transformation as demand for ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer (EVOH) resins surges across multiple industries. With its unparalleled gas barrier properties, EVOH has become the material of choice for food packaging, pharmaceutical…
The Art and Science of Polypropylene Raw Material Selection
November 18, 2024 – Polypropylene (PP), a pivotal thermoplastic resin in the chemical industry, hinges on meticulous selection of its production materials. The manufacturing process of polypropylene encompasses as the core ingredient, alongside catalysts and an array of auxiliary materials, forming the bedrock of its production. The core raw material, propylene monomer, is primarily refined…
Behind the Labels: The Supply Chain Preparations Powering FEMA’s Regulatory Transition
June 27, 2025 – FEMA Clarifies CCC Certification Status Amid Market Speculation Shanghai – European decorative coatings brand FEMA has officially addressed ongoing market discussions regarding its China Compulsory Certification (CCC) compliance. The company revealed its domestic Chinese production facility has already obtained certification, while its European manufacturing sites are scheduled for completion by August…
Medical Infusion Bags: Unexpected Source of Microplastic Pollution
March 18, 2025 – Microplastic Pollution Infiltrates Medical Sector: Study Reveals Thousands of Particles Enter Bloodstream During IV Infusions The pervasive presence of microplastics has silently infiltrated into every aspect of our lives, from the air we breathe to the bottled water we drink, and from everyday food packaging to convenient takeout containers. A recent…