Daxie Petrochemical Hits Key Milestone in Polypropylene Project
August 13, 2024 – Daxie Petrochemical’s Integrated Refining and Chemical Project Hits Major Milestone The Daxie Petrochemical’s integrated refining and chemical project has recently achieved a significant milestone with the successful lifting and positioning of the first reactor, 1216-R-201, for its massive 2×450,000-ton per year polypropylene plant. This event marks the completion of the lifting…
Ningxia Coal Industry Achieves Breakthrough with ‘Three Highs’ Polypropylene
August 13, 2024 – Ningxia Coal Industry Olefins Second Branch Successfully Trials “Three Highs” Polypropylene Ningxia Coal Industry Olefins Second Branch, in collaboration with the Coal Chemical Industry Technology Research Institute, has recently accomplished a significant milestone. They have successfully trial-produced a “three highs” polypropylene product, named 1084P, characterized by its high crystallinity, rigidity, and…
Innovative Modified Calcium Carbonate Transforms PVC Manufacturing
August 13, 2024 – PVC Pipe and Fitting Manufacturers Seek Cost-Cutting Solutions with Modified Calcium Carbonate In the pursuit of reducing raw material costs, PVC pipe and fitting manufacturers have turned their attention to heavy calcium carbonate as a cost-effective filler. However, given the stringent demands on mechanical strength, appearance, and density of PVC products,…
Overcoming Pigment Dispersion Challenges in Color Masterbatch Production
August 13, 2024 – The quality of color masterbatch products is directly impacted by the dispersion of pigments during the manufacturing process. To address the challenges associated with pigment dispersion, color masterbatch manufacturers are actively exploring various strategies aimed at expanding market share and optimizing cost structures. The inherent characteristics of pigments, such as surface…
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…
Junhua Raises Millions in Equity Financing to Boost PEEK Innovations
August 12, 2024 – Jiangsu Junhua Special Polymer Materials Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as Junhua) recently held a successful equity financing signing ceremony in Jining, Shandong Province. The financing round, led by Yinan Capital and co-participated by Guoqian Capital and Changzhou Junhe Zhiyuan, raised tens of millions of yuan. This capital injection will primarily…
Anhui Anli and BASF Forge Partnership to Advance Eco-Friendly Haptex® Materials
August 12, 2024 – Recently, Anhui Anli Material Technology Co., Ltd. has forged a strategic partnership with BASF Polyurethane Specialties (China) Co., Ltd. This collaboration will center on jointly advancing the global development and promotion of Haptex® solvent-free eco-friendly materials, aiming to steer the entire industry towards a more environmentally friendly direction. According to the…
Zhongjing Petrochemical Advances Toward Global Leadership in Propylene and Polypropylene Production
August 12, 2024 – Fujian Zhongjing Petrochemical Co., Ltd. is rapidly advancing the construction of its third propane dehydrogenation project with an annual output of 1 million tons, which is expected to be completed and delivered for acceptance in mid-September. Simultaneously, the company’s fourth polypropylene plant has entered the debugging phase. According to reports, both…
Pushing for Sustainability: The Importance of Recyclable Plastic Design
August 12, 2024 – As global environmental awareness intensifies, plastics manufacturers are increasingly emphasizing sustainability, striving to promote recyclable designs and improve non-recyclable ones to minimize environmental impact. Despite these efforts, a significant challenge remains: most plastic products are still difficult to recycle, primarily due to a lack of recyclable design. This design gap hinders…
Polyphenylene Ether (PPE): The Lightweight Engineering Plastic Taking Industries by Storm
August 12, 2024 – Polyphenylene ether, commonly known as PPE or PPO, stands out as the lightest engineering plastic, garnering attention for its exceptional dimensional stability and inherent halogen-free flame retardant properties. This versatile material has found its place in various sectors, including photovoltaics, automotive, electronics, home appliances, and water treatment. Notably, this innovative plastic,…