Agilyx Corporation and INEOS Styrolution sign MOU to advance the circularity of polystyrene

INEOS StyrolutionAgilyx Corporation and INEOS Styrolution have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for deploying Agilyx’s de-polymerisation technology at or near to an INEOS Styrolution facility in North America. The aim is to convert post-consumer polystyrene waste into styrene monomer that can be used to re-manufacture new polystyrene products.

Mondi’s BarrierPack Recyclable wins award, further extends functionality with added gas barrier

Uwe Obermann, Director R&D and Innovation Consumer Goods Packaging, and Carl Stonley, Technical Account Manager at Mondi Consumer Goods Packaging, accept the Plastics Recycling Europe Show award for “Best Technology Innovation in Plastics Recycling.” (Photo: Mondi, PR089)Mondi’s award-winning BarrierPack Recyclable laminate is a highly sustainable material with performance properties equivalent to conventional alternatives and fully compatible with existing industrial recycling streams. Now, thanks to a recent innovation, it’s suitable for more applications.

ARLANXEO increases prices for its Buna® and X_Butyl® products globally

ARLANXEOARLANXEO increases its prices for its Buna® and X_Butyl® products globally effective May 1, 2018.

DSM and Chromatic 3D Materials partner to develop 3D printing materials for finished manufactured goods

DSMRoyal DSM, a global science-based company active in health, nutrition and materials, today announced that it entered a preferred partnership with Chromatic 3D Materials to introduce thermoset materials for 3D-printing of finished manufactured goods. With the collaboration, DSM further expands its portfolio, now offering the broadest selection of 3D printing materials for the broadest range of printing technologies.

Gilman Brothers supports sustainability for the printing industry with the Sustainable Green Printing Partnership

SGPThe Sustainable Green Printing Partnership (SGP), the leading authority in sustainable printing certifications for print manufacturers, announced today The Gilman Brothers is the latest SGP Patron at the silver level. Through patronage, The Gilman Brothers, along with other industry leaders dedicated to promoting sustainability, support SGP and keep costs low for certification of print facilities.

Henkel’s automotive thermal management expertise on display at Battery Show Europe 2018

Advanced Material Solutions for Power Storage Systems. 
(Photo: Henkel, PR055)From bumper to bumper, Henkel’s advanced materials are enabling automotive electronics applications throughout the vehicle ecosystem. At the upcoming Battery Show Europe, taking place May 15 to 17 in Hanover, Germany, the company will focus specifically on power storage systems, showcasing its thermal management and PCB assembly solutions for Lithium-Ion (Li-I) battery and powertrain applications.

Clariant starts 2018 with significant growth in sales and EBITDA 

ClariantClariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today announced first quarter 2018 sales of CHF 1.722 billion compared to CHF 1.602 billion in the first quarter of 2017. This corresponds to 7 % growth in local currency as well as in Swiss francs. All Business Areas contributed to this sales growth, with particular strength in Catalysis and Care Chemicals. Organic sales rose by 5 % in local currency driven by higher volumes and supported by a positive pricing effect.

GE Additive Unveils Arcam EBM Spectra H

Arcam EBM Spectra H system. 
(Photo: GE Additive, GEADPR008)GE Additive today unveiled the Arcam EBM Spectra™ H, a new metal additive manufacturing system, designed to handle high heat and crack prone materials. The Arcam EBM Spectra H complements the company’s existing electron beam melting systems.