

UIF Pioneers Innovative Technologies in Polyester Production
December 26, 2024 – Global Chemical Giant UIF Showcases Excellence in Polyester with Innovative Technologies Uhde Inventa-Fischer (UIF), a century-old provider of polymerization equipment, has once again demonstrated its outstanding capabilities in the polyester sector. Renowned worldwide for its proprietary patents in polyester and polyamide production processes and equipment development, UIF has played a pivotal…

Indorama Ventures Launches RECO Collective 2025, Fostering Sustainable Practices in SMEs
December 26, 2024 – Indorama Ventures Launches RECO Collective 2025 to Empower SMEs in Sustainable Fashion and Furniture Global sustainable chemistry giant Indorama Ventures has recently announced the official launch of its RECO Collective 2025 initiative, aimed at deepening education on recycling and upcycling practices and inspiring small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the fashion…

Wansheng Shares Makes Strategic Move with Thailand Investment
December 26, 2024 – Wansheng Shares Tackles Challenges with Strategic Investment in Thailand Wansheng Shares, a prominent player in China’s flame retardant market, has faced a myriad of challenges in recent years. The interplay of geopolitical conflicts, inflationary pressures in Europe and the US, and capacity expansions has significantly altered the supply-demand dynamics for its…

Mexico Imposes 35% Tariff on Textiles to Safeguard Industry Jobs
December 26, 2024 – Mexico Implements Significant Measures to Safeguard Textile Industry Jobs In a major move to protect employment in its domestic textile sector, the Mexican government has recently taken decisive action. On December 19th, President Claudia Sheinbaum and Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard jointly signed a new decree imposing a 35% import tariff on…

SpecReK Initiative: A Breakthrough in High-Quality Plastic Recycling Technology
December 26, 2024 – BASF has teamed up with Endress+Hauser, TechnoCompound, and the Universities of Bayreuth and Jena to launch a groundbreaking research project named SpecReK, aimed at enhancing the efficiency and quality of mechanical plastic recycling. This initiative has received substantial support from the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF). The project…

Turkey’s Plastics Industry Shines at Plast Eurasia, Attracting Global Investors
December 25, 2024 – The 33rd edition of Plast Eurasia, Turkey’s premier plastic and rubber exhibition, concluded successfully on December 7th, marking a grand international exchange in the plastics industry. Held at the Tüyap Exhibition and Convention Center in Istanbul, the event was a colossal affair, spanning tens of thousands of square meters and drawing…

Innovation in Firefighting: Polyethylene Pads Enhance Safety and Efficiency
December 25, 2024 – A high-performance engineering plastic product known as polyethylene outrigger pads has been making waves in the firefighting industry, emerging as a “stalwart assistant” for the support systems of large fire trucks. These pads have garnered widespread favor from fire departments thanks to their unique advantages. Firstly, the polyethylene outrigger pads stand…

PEEK Material Powers Unitree’s B2-W Robotic Dog Innovations
December 25, 2024 – Unitree Robotics has recently released a captivating showcase video, highlighting the exceptional capabilities of its industry-grade robotic dog, the B2-W. As an upgraded version of the B2 model, the B2-W has been in mass production for a year, and its industrial legs have unlocked a multitude of new skills, leaving audiences…

ALBA Expands Asian Footprint with New Recycling Facility in Indonesia
December 25, 2024 – ALBA Tridi Plastics Recycling Indonesia, a significant Asian footprint of the ALBA Group, is nearing completion in Kendal, Central Java, Indonesia. This state-of-the-art food-grade plastic recycling facility stands as a testament to ALBA’s commitment to advancing sustainable circular economy practices in Asia and marks a new milestone in the company’s journey….

Innovative Plastic Grass: Durable, Easy to Maintain, and Aesthetically Pleasing
December 25, 2024 – A new trend is sweeping the outdoor decoration sector, with plastic grass adornments rapidly rising in popularity due to their unique advantages. This innovative decoration method is not only aesthetically pleasing and practical but also highly durable and exceptionally easy to maintain, making it a favorite among consumers. Plastic grass, often…