Engineering Plastics: The New Metal Replacement in Multiple Industries
August 13, 2024 – Engineering plastics, renowned for their outstanding mechanical properties, durability, corrosion resistance, and heat tolerance, are progressively replacing metallic materials in various sectors. Compared to general-purpose plastics, engineering plastics offer superior performance and enhanced processing convenience. Among the diverse range of engineering plastics, special mention goes to fluoroplastics, polysulfone (PSF), and polyphenylene…
PEEK: The Versatile Engineering Thermoplastic Taking Industries by Storm
August 07, 2024 – Since its initial development by the British Imperial Chemical Industries in 1978, PEEK, or polyetheretherketone, has emerged as an outstanding engineering thermoplastic. Widely produced and sold by companies like Victrex under the brand “Victrex PEEK”, this material has gained immense popularity in the industry due to its remarkable mechanical properties, chemical…
Ningxia Coal Industry Achieves Breakthrough in Polypropylene Catalyst Development
September 27, 2024 – Ningxia Coal Industry Marks Major Milestone in Polyolefin Catalyst Development Ningxia Coal Industry Company has recently achieved remarkable success in the field of polyolefin catalysts. Its 40-ton-per-year pilot plant for a novel polypropylene Ziegler-Natta catalyst has successfully produced qualified products. This catalyst boasts exceptional performance, matching its market counterparts and proving…
Bio-based Nylon Alliance Forms to Drive Industry Growth
Recently, several leading enterprises in the textile industry have jointly established the Bio-based Nylon Textile Industry Alliance to promote the development of the bio-based nylon industry. This alliance brings together industry leaders, including Heilongjiang Yipin New Material Co., Ltd. as the chairman unit, Fujian Yongrong Jinjiang Co., Ltd. and Guangdong Textile Import and Export Corporation…
Covestro’s 2025 Q1 Report: Challenges, Plant Closures, and Revised Outlook
May 7, 2025 – On May 6, Covestro officially released its first – quarter report for the 2025 fiscal year. Against the backdrop of a complex and volatile global economic situation, its performance and future strategic layout have drawn significant attention from the industry. Reported data shows that Covestro’s sales in the first quarter remained…
Global Maritime Reps Agree on 2025 Action Plan to Combat Marine Plastic Litter
February 21, 2025 – The 12th Session of the IMO’s Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention Concludes Successfully in London. From January 27 to 31, representatives from the global maritime industry converged to deliberate on effective strategies to prevent and combat marine pollution. During the session, the sub-committee reached a broad consensus on the draft “2025 Action…
Color Masterbatch Industry Welcomes Baoliangde’s Efficient Water-Cooled Pelletizing Solution
January 24, 2025 – Guangzhou Baoliangde Unveils Revolutionary Water-Cooled Pelletizing System for Color Masterbatch The National Intellectual Property Administration has recently announced a patent application submitted by Guangzhou Baoliangde Plastic Technology Co., Ltd., titled “Efficient Water-Cooled Pelletizing System for Color Masterbatch.” The application was filed in November 2024, marking a significant innovation in the color…
The Physical Traits of Rutile Titanium Dioxide: A Key in Chemical Pigments
April 11, 2025 – In the realm of chemical pigments, rutile titanium dioxide stands out as a star product. As one of the two key types of titanium dioxide, it occupies an indispensable position in numerous industries thanks to its remarkable properties. Rutile titanium dioxide is an extremely high – quality white pigment, boasting high…
TPE Emerges as Preferred Choice for Premium Toys as Safety Standards Tighten
July 17, 2025 – The toy manufacturing sector is undergoing a transformative phase as safety and sustainability concerns reshape material preferences. Industry analysts at AsiaMB report a notable shift toward thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) in premium toy production, driven by increasingly stringent global regulations and consumer awareness. Medical-grade TPEs, particularly those based on SEBS compounds, are…
Interdisciplinary Team from Ocean University Unlocks Nanoplastics Detection Puzzle
April 10, 2025 – In the field of environmental science, Ocean University of China has recently announced an exciting breakthrough. Associate Professor Shi Xiaofeng from the College of Information Science and Engineering and the Ministry of Education Engineering Research Center for Marine Physical High – end Instrumentation, collaborating with Professor Zhao Jian from the College…