From simple to complex designs

Sayed M. Husaini: Premium grades for demanding applications

The recently concluded Chinaplas 2012 served as ideal platform for Saudi Arabian Nat ional Petrochemical Industrial Co. (NATPET) in launching its range of high-clarity polypropylenes (PP) intended for thinwalled packaging and injection-moulded containers. International Plastics News – Middle East and Africa (IRNEA) had the opportunity to talk to Mr. Sayed M. Husaini, NATPET's Technical Support

Use of oxo-biodegradable plastics on the rise

Bio-based compounds for wires and cables

BioVinyl is a bio-based compound that provides all the benefits of traditional vinyl processability, UV resistance and durability. These are in addition to improvements in heat stability, plasticiser efficiency, abrasion resistance and tensile strength, all with a minor cost impact. BioVinyl is the first and only flexible PVC made with Dow Ecolibrium bio-based plasticiser. It is a rapidly renewable alternative that is phthalate free and offers customers a more sustainable option with a carbon fo

Pneumatics conveying system for reliable operation

Solar Impulse attempts flight to Africa

Asia-Pacific accounts for 60% of global demand for polyurethane

Major companies team up to use plant-based plastics

Kraton Performance Polymers and TNK Bitumen turbocharge new Moscow raceway

Big interest in K 2013

Business Units of Reifenh?user Extrusion become independent companies

Additives market at $55 billion by 2018