PE
Distinctive Attributes and Applications of PET and PE in the Plastics Sector
October 17, 2024 – In the chemical industry, Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) and Polyethylene (PE) emerge as two prominent plastic materials, each boasting unique physical attributes and tailored applications. PET, typically manifesting as a colorless, transparent (amorphous) or milky white (crystalline) substance, exhibits distinctive combustion characteristics. While it is not easily ignited, once ignited, it burns…
Soaring Oil Prices and Macroeconomic Boost Drive Plastic Market Gains Post-Holiday
October 09, 2024, The international oil market witnessed a robust surge post the National Day holiday, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East. On the 7th, concerns over the intensifying conflict in the region propelled oil prices significantly higher, with both WTI and Brent crude closing up over 3%. Specifically, WTI settled at 77.14perbarrel,markinga3.7180.93…
September 25, 2024 – Domestic Petrochemical Inventories Rise Amid Shifting PE Market Dynamics
September 25, 2024 – Domestic petrochemical inventories have witnessed a surge, with the total polyolefin stockpile of the two major oil companies amounting to 810,000 tons, marking an increase of 35,000 tons compared to the previous week. In the realm of Shenhua auctions, today’s linear auction volume stood at 950 tons, with actual transactions reaching…
Polyethylene Market Weakens as Supply Increases and Demand Remains Slow
September 05, 2024 – According to domestic petrochemical inventory data, the polyolefin stockpile of two major oil companies has decreased by 30,000 tons to 750,000 tons compared to the previous day. In Shenhua’s bidding situation, the linear bidding volume stood at 850 tons today, with actual transactions amounting to 264 tons. However, both the bidding…
China’s Polyethylene Industry: Capacity Growth and Regional Shifts
September 03, 2024 – Driven by the era of large-scale refining and domestic demand-boosting policies, China’s polyethylene (PE) production capacity has been increasing year by year, albeit at a slower rate. By the end of 2023, China’s PE production capacity had reached 31.558 million tons. Among various PE products, the output growth of high-density polyethylene…
Subtle Shifts in PP/PE Market Amid Falling Oil Prices
August 29, 2024 – The recent notable decline in international oil prices has exerted a subtle influence on the PP/PE market. As external positive news weakens, the PP/PE market trend exhibits a generally stable yet slightly volatile pattern. In the face of obstacles posed by high-price transactions, merchants generally adopt a cautious price-supporting strategy while…
Enhancing Cleanliness in PE Plastic Packaging: Kunming Zhiwang’s Exemplary Practices
August 28, 2024 – With the rapid advancement of modern industrial, agricultural, and food industries, the performance and quality of plastic packaging containers have become increasingly important. Among them, PE (polyethylene) plastic packaging containers are widely used due to their excellent stability and cost-effectiveness. This article focuses on the cleanliness of PE plastic packaging containers,…
Color-Coded PE Pipes: A Guide to Identification and Application
August 26, 2024 – In the field of PE piping, the recognition of color-coded lines stands as a fundamental skill. These color lines, each representing different types of pipes and their usages, offer a convenient identification method for construction workers and users. Among these, the blue identification line predominantly signifies HDPE water supply pipes. These…
Navigating the Market: How to Identify Quality PE Pipes
August 22, 2024 – In recent years, PE pipes have gained immense popularity in the market due to their wide range of applications and excellent performance. However, as market demand has surged, some non-compliant piping materials have also emerged, posing challenges for consumers during selection. Identifying the quality of PE pipes is crucial, especially when…