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Nov 17, 2023

3D printing, Engineering Plastics, Innovation admin

Inkbit introduces TEPU 50A soft-medium durometer elastomer for 3D printing

Inkbit has announced the availability of its new TEPU 50A elastomer. TEPU 50A is a thiol-ene polyurethane-based elastomer with a Shore 50A durometer and low compression set that offers 'excellent' UV stability and strong chemical compatibility according to Inkbit.

Oct 06, 2023

Recycling admin

Embracing a Greener Tomorrow: Recycling and Composting for a Zero Landfill Future

In a world where environmental consciousness is on the rise, it's essential to adopt sustainable practices that reduce our carbon footprint. One of the most effective ways to do this is by focusing on recycling and composting to achieve the goal of zero landfill waste. In this blog, we'll explore the significance of recycling and...

Sep 19, 2023

Circular Economy, Footwear, Material News admin

Huntsman develops first liquid TPU for footwear industry

In a first for the footwear industry, Huntsman has developed a liquid thermoplastic polyurethane (LTPU) that enables the rapid manufacture of high-performing midsoles and is aligned with the circularity ambitions of brands manufacturing sports and athleisure footwear.

Sep 08, 2023

Carbon Credits admin

Carbon Credits For Fighting Climate Change

With global temperatures continuing to rise, governments and corporations are looking for ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. One method that's gaining popularity is the use of Carbon Credits to incentivize emissions reductions and support renewable energy development. This article is the 3rd in a series we're doing based on our widely respected Climate Change...

Sep 02, 2023

Business, China admin

SABIC and Sinopec Launch Joint Project in Tianjin

The Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) and China's Sinopec have announced the start of the commercial operation of their new polycarbonate plant, located within their equally-owned joint venture Sinopec-SABIC-Tianjin Petrochemical Co., Ltd.

Jul 26, 2023

Biopolymer Production, Business admin

Braskem Expands Biopolymer Production By 30%

In June, Braskem concluded a 30 percent increase in the production capacity of its biobased ethylene plant, located in the Petrochemical Complex of Triunfo, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. The US$ 87 million investment aims to meet the growing global demand for sustainable products. The plant now operates at an increased capacity, from 200,000 to...

Mar 27, 2014

Business, China, Polyamides admin

Invista starts work on China polyamide project

Invista (Wichita, KS) has started construction of a 150,000-tonnes/year polyamide (PA) 66 plant at the Shanghai Chemical Industry Park (SCIP) in China. The company is also building a hexamethylene diamine (HMD) monomer plant there. The polymer and monomer plants are expected to start up in 2015.

Mar 06, 2014

ESG admin

Zero Waste: 'Nil to Landfill' Is Now a Practical Goal

The push to divert virtually all material from landfills and incinerators is strongest in Europe, but it has also gained a foothold in the US Zero waste goals are increasingly being embraced by progressive communities and companies that see value in turning waste streams into profit streams. And with more than 70 extended producer responsibility...