Solving the Bubble Rupture Puzzle in PVC Skin Foam Boards
December 15, 2024 – Addressing the Persistent Challenge of Bubble Rupture in PVC Skin Foam Board Production In the production of PVC skin foam boards, bubble rupture remains a significant hurdle for manufacturers. This article delves into the typical causes of bubble rupture in PVC skin foam boards and proposes corresponding countermeasures to help producers…
Successful Lifting of HotFlare Separation Tank Marks Completion of Ethylene Plant’s Column Installation
December 15, 2024 – A significant milestone has been achieved in the Tarim 1.2 million tonnes/year Phase II Ethylene Project undertaken by Huanqiu Sixth Construction Company for Dushanzi Petrochemical Corporation, with the successful lifting of the hot flare separation tank. This critical accomplishment marks the completion of the installation of all 38 oversized large-scale column…
Advancing PEEK: The Future of High-Performance Polymers through Modification
December 13, 2024 – Recent advancements in the modification technology of Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) have once again captured the attention of the chemical industry. As a high-performance polymer, PEEK’s modification research continues to evolve, aiming to enhance its mechanical properties, tribological performance, and biocompatibility through innovative approaches to meet the demands of various applications. In the…
Continental Leads the Way in Sustainable Tire Manufacturing
December 12, 2024 – Continental Takes Bold Steps Towards Sustainable Tire Manufacturing Continental, a leading tire manufacturer, is accelerating its commitment to sustainability by significantly increasing the use of recycled materials across its factories. This innovative move has led to an average rise of 3% in recycled content across various tire series, with some tires…
SK Chemical’s Recycled PET Technology Transforms Automotive Manufacturing
December 12, 2024 – SK Chemical and Hyundai Kia Auto’s AVP Headquarters Collaborate on Sustainable Innovations for Kia EV3 Concept Car In a groundbreaking collaboration, SK Chemical and the Basic Materials Research Center of Hyundai Kia Auto’s AVP Headquarters have successfully implemented six automotive components using recycled and bio-based materials in the recently unveiled Kia…
Innovative Textile Recycling: Jiaren’s New Ambient-Dyeing Polyester Fiber
December 12, 2024 – Zhejiang Jiaren New Material Leads Textile Recycling Innovation with Revolutionary Polyester Fiber Zhejiang Jiaren New Material Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Jiaren New Material”), a pioneer in the field of chemical recycling of textiles, has been dedicated to recycling waste textiles and transforming them into high-quality recycled materials for 12…
US Postpones Final Ruling on Chinese Epoxy Resins Anti-Dumping Case
December 12, 2024 – US Department of Commerce Postpones Final Ruling on Epoxy Resins Anti-Dumping Case from China to March 2025 The US Department of Commerce has recently announced a postponement of the final ruling date for the Less Than Fair Value (LTFV) case, concerning imports of certain epoxy resins from China, to March 28,…
Sustainable Strength: Covestro and Selena’s New Bio-Based Bricklaying Solution
December 12, 2024 – Covestro and the Polish Selena Group have once again collaborated to launch an innovative product: Tytan Professional® Bricklaying Adhesive. This adhesive harnesses Covestro’s bio-based MDI (diphenylmethane diisocyanate) technology, specifically its Desmodur® CQ MB series. Notably, the plant-based raw materials used have secured ISCC Plus certification, and the product excels in environmental…
Environmental Backlash Against Coca-Cola’s Changing Commitments
December 9, 2024 – Coca-Cola Faces Backlash Over Shifting Environmental Commitments Global beverage giant Coca-Cola has recently come under fire from environmental activists, who have labeled the company a “greenwasher” amid allegations that it has quietly abandoned its previous goal of achieving 25% reusable packaging by 2030. This accusation has sparked widespread public doubt about…
The Importance of Pigment Properties in Plastic Processing
December 9, 2024 – In the plastic processing industry, the selection and application of colorants play a crucial role. Plastic coloring primarily relies on inorganic and organic pigments, which must possess a range of excellent properties, including high coloring strength and brightness, good transparency or opacity, superior dispersibility, weather resistance, thermal stability, chemical stability, electrical…