Oman Oil And Orpic Group Portfolio Addresses Key Trend At K2019

Oman Oil and Orpic Group will outline how their expanded polymer product portfolio meets the key trends influencing the packaging industry at K 2019 in Düsseldorf, Germany (October 16-23, Hall 6.1, N-04). There is growing demand for lightweight packaging solutions that reduce material costs, improve efficiency and help manufacturers address sustainability targets. At the same time, […]

Additive That Can Improve Thermal Conductivity of Plastics At K 2019

At the K show this week, Venator will be promoting SACHTOLITH® TC additive – an innovative, soft, white, zinc sulfide that can improve the heat management capabilities of polymer systems, without adding electrical conductivity. Continuing growth in the consumer electronics sector, and the rise in popularity of LED lighting systems, is increasing demand for polymers that […]

Huntsman Stand Dazzles Visitors of Hall 8a By 1740 mm Giant Wheel

A giant wheel, which has a diameter of 1,74 meters, is taking center stage at Huntsman’s stand at K this week – demonstrating the flexibility and durability of the company’s range of hot cast elastomers at hall 8a. Räder Vogel, one of the world’s largest producers of industrial wheels and castors, produced the enormous wheel […]

Circular Economy Study In 44 Countries Around The World

According to a joint press release sent to PIMI and more than 130 other global media under the title of:  “Avoiding environmental littering, pushing forward with a circular economy – Plastics industry creates transparency for global plastic flows” a study has shown that: • A total of 250 million tons of post-consumer plastic waste worldwide; • Collected: 173 million […]

Process-Safe Laser Welding of PPS Enabled By DIC And EVOSYS

DIC Corporation and Evosys Laser GmbH jointly developed the process-safe laser welding of PPS. By using EVOSYS Next Generation Optics, components made of the material can now be economically welded in series. Tokyo, Japan, Erlangen, Germany: DIC Corporation and Evosys Laser GmbH have combined their experience in materials, and optics to make PPS laser welding a reliable process. First customer projects […]

The Joint Pre-K 2019 Press Conferences of VDMA and EUROMAP

As was announced by VDMA in advance, today on Oct. 15th, the joint press conferences of VDMA and Euromap held at the presence of tens of international journalists and speeches by 3 high ranking speakers: Christoph Lindner, Conversio; Dr. Jürgen Bruder, Managing Director Industrievereinigung Kunststoffverpackungen; Thorsten Kühmann, Managing Director VDMA Plastics and Rubber Machinery Association. The […]

The Fate of Importing Plastic Machinery In The Hands of An Unskilled Employee

Possibly with respect to the opening of the K 2019 fair, the chairman of the Iranian Plastics Machine Manufacturers Association (PMMA) and an active member of the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Mines (TCCIM) has criticized the Ministry of Industry, Mines and Trade (ITM) for what he calls the “self-manner look” regarding the machinery […]

Concept Car AKXYTM And Lightweight Solutions By Asahi Kasei at K 2019

Lightweight materials to make future mobility work. Today Oct. 16th., Asahi Kasei presented engineering plastics and foam materials for the automotive industry at its stand at the K 2019. One Highlight at the booth is the fully drivable electric concept car AKXYTM . Lightweight materials will significantly add to the vehicle of the future. From the manufacturer’s […]

Colors & Effects® Highlights Safe, Reliable And Brilliant Pigments

New Colors and Effects® pigment technologies are showcased in an all-new Color Collection created by Pantone® Color Institute that addresses the latest color and design requirements for the plastics industry. BASF’s Colors and Effects® brand reveals a customized Color Collection for plastic designs created by the Pantone® Color Institute. Comprised of three palettes with seven […]