SABIC’s Strategic Move: $220M ULTEM™ Resin Plant Opens in Singapore
November 12, 2024 – SABIC Marks a Milestone with the Inauguration of Its ULTEM™ Resin Manufacturing Plant in Singapore SABIC has announced the official opening of its ULTEM™ resin manufacturing plant in Singapore, a $170 million (SGD 220 million) investment. This factory, SABIC’s first specialty chemical production base for high-performance thermoplastic ULTEM™ resin in the…
Taixing-based Sennic Chemicals Shines with Major Foreign Investment Project Recognition
January 3, 2025 – Great News from Taixing, Jiangsu: Sennic Chemicals (Taixing) Co., Ltd.’s Organic Pigment Project Makes the Commerce Ministry’s Prestigious Foreign Investment Project List Sennic Chemicals (Taixing) Co., Ltd. has recently received accolades with its 8,500-ton annual capacity expansion project for high-fastness, high-performance organic pigments being selected for the Commerce Ministry’s significant foreign…
New Discovery: Atmospheric Microplastics Enter Food Chain via Plant Leaf Absorption
April 19, 2025 – A significant research achievement on microplastic pollution has recently captured the industry’s attention. A study conducted by research teams led by Professor Wang Lei and Professor Sun Hongwen from the College of Environmental Science and Engineering at Nankai University, in collaboration with Professor Baoshan Xing’s team from the University of Massachusetts…
Overcoming Peeling and Water Spot Issues in Plastic Processing
January 24, 2025 – Tackling Common Issues in Plastic Processing: Peeling and Water Spots In the plastic processing industry, peeling phenomena remain a persistent issue, not only detracting from the visual quality of products but also posing significant challenges for manufacturers. According to industry insiders, peeling often arises from the mixing of two carrier resins…
Urgent Action Needed: Microplastics Fueling Superbug Rise, Says Study
March 13, 2025 – The issue of microplastic pollution has escalated to alarming levels globally, emerging not just as a novel contaminant but also as a carrier for bacteria, playing a dubious role in the rise of superbugs. Groundbreaking research from Boston University reveals that exposing Escherichia coli (E. coli) to microplastics for just five…
Slovenia Hosts Aquafil’s First Elastane-Nylon Chemical Separation Facility
March 31, 2025 – Aquafil has launched its first demonstration plant for the chemical separation of elastane and nylon in Slovenia, marking a significant milestone in the textile fiber industry. This pioneering move not only highlights the company’s profound expertise in research and development but also reinforces its unwavering commitment to sustainable innovation. After over…
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 Tech: The Latest Breakthroughs
July 22 news, BASF’s Coatings division has recently announced the renewal of its agreement to source 100% renewable electricity for its automotive OEM coatings manufacturing facilities in Shanghai, China. This significant milestone underscores the division’s commitment to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact. Through a variety of methods, including Renewable Direct Power Purchase (R-DPP), International…
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…
TPE Frosting Mystery Solved: From Causes to Formulation Adjustments
February 15, 2025 – TPE Products Face Frosting Challenge: Causes and Prevention TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) product manufacturers have long been troubled by the issue of surface frosting. This phenomenon, characterized by a layer of white powdery or frosty substance on the material’s surface, is primarily caused by the migration and crystallization of internal components. So,…