Mitsui Chemicals expands polypropylene production in U.S. and Mexico

The Mitsui Chemicals Group targets strengthening and further production expansion of its already global top class competitive polypropylene for automotive materials.

Chinese manufacturers must reformulate products sold in California

Thousands of products sold In California should be reformulated to remove toxic chemicals.

PMC Group opens new center for viny innovation

The CVI is fully staffed and equipped with analytical and laboratory equipment for testing, research and new additive product development.

Saint-Gobain consolidates two facilities into one new site

The new manufacturing facility in Germany offers additional floor space and allows Saint-Gobain to better meet customers’ future growth and needs

New laser scanner for 3D documentation from FARO

FARO Technologies Inc. has released the new FARO Laser Scanner Focus3D X 330.

Autodesk announces intention to acquire Delcam

Autodesk has announced its intention to acquire Delcam, one of the world’s leading suppliers of advanced software for manufacturing industry.

Bioplastics as forward-looking option

As an alternative to conventional plastics, bioplastics appear to be a logical and necessary step for a modern and forward-looking plastics industry.

Flame retardants for building materials

Flame retardants are increasingly being used to produce building materials and other products for fire safety protection. As flame retardants can stop or slow the spread of fire, countries around the world have adopted regulations requiring the use of flame retardant materials. Despite the ongoing debate on the health impact of flame retardants, rising production of halogen-free flame retardants has brought considerable supply to various industries where safety is of paramount importance.

High level palletizing technology

At K 2013, the BEUMER Group presented its expertise as a system provider for the plastics producing industry. The company’s extensive portfolio also includes innovative solutions in the palletising and packaging fields.

Flexibility brings success to packaging expert

Al Jabri Plastic Factory is by all standards, a long-haul player in the plastics industry. Established over a decade ago by one of the leading business houses in the UAE – Al Jabri Group – Al Jabri Plastic has kept its mantra of success fairly simple; quality products, consistency in quality and superior customer service that would have the customers come back for more. The success of Al Jabri Plastic is reflective in the company’s growth figures, with income growing from AED 5 million in 1997 t

PolyOne constructs new facility in India

Chemtura opens new additives and urethanes plant