New Malvern Panalytical FORJ system boosts fusion sample preparation productivity by 25%

New Malvern Panalytical FORJ system boosts fusion sample preparation productivity by 25%. (Photo: Malvern Panalytical)Malvern Panalytical, a leading supplier of analytical instruments and expertise, today launches the most efficient fusion sample preparation instrument to the market. FORJ, the latest addition to Malvern Panalytical’s Claisse technology portfolio, enables an uninterrupted elemental analysis workflow.

Clariant additives add up to a better future for plastic at Chinaplas 2023 exhibition

Clariant additives add up to a better future for plastic at Chinaplas 2023 exhibition.In the upcoming Chinaplas 2023 exhibition to be held in Shenzhen, China on 17-20 April 2023, Clariant will present how its versatile additive solutions are adding extra values and new dimensions for the future of the plastic industry. Highlighted in the Clariant booth will be the new AddWorks PKG 158 that offers huge performance enhancement on packaging, in addition to the AddWorks PKG 906 Circle and AddWorks AGC 970 G stabilizers that are valuable in plastic film recycling and extending its service life. Also in the spotlight will be the highly functional Exolit OP 1400 flame retardant that facilitates mechanical recycling. The high-performing wax additives of Licocare Vita / Licocene Terra, and the sustainability-focused Licocare RBW Vita are the other highlights in the show.

Milliken’s broad portfolio and expertise help enable a more circular plastics economy

DeltaMax® Performance modifiers for recycled polypropylene.
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Milliken & Company, a globally recognized leader in polymer additives and colorants, has the expertise and technology to help brand owners and converters achieve their sustainability objectives.

Clariant launches ‘The Joyologist’ concept with inspiring formulations to brighten your skin and mood

“The Joyologist” wellness formulations: The Feel-Good Magic Stick and Forget-It-All Relaxing Mask.Today, the search for holistic wellness is flourishing as consumers focus on mental health and solutions that can help inspire them to relax and feel happy. As part of this growing trend, Clariant Actives and Natural Origins has created two formulations to promote inner wellness.

Circular packaging based on Perstorp’s Akestra 100 and Akestra 110 announced as an endorsed solutions in Europe

Circular packaging based on Perstorp’s Akestra™ 100 and Akestra™ 110 announced as an endorsed solutions in Europe.
(Photo: Perstorp)The Technical Committee of the Tray Circularity Evaluation Platform (TCEP) of PETCORE Europe has officially endorsed the use of Akestra 100 and Akestra 110, products manufactured by leading specialty chemicals innovator Perstorp, for the production of heat-resistant PET trays. Furthermore, the committee has recognized that the use of Akestra 100 and Akestra 110 do not have a negative impact on current European PET recycling streams.

B.I.G. acquiert Signature Floors, un grossiste australien B2B de revêtements de sol, et renforce ainsi sa position sur les marchés australien et néo-zélandais

B.I.G. acquiert Signature Floors, un grossiste australien B2B de revêtements de sol, et renforce ainsi sa position sur les marchés australien et néo-zélandais. (Photo: © Beaulieu International Group)Par la présente, B.I.G. a le plaisir d’annoncer qu’il a signé un accord avec Signature Floors, un grossiste australien B2B de revêtements de sol, en vue de l’acquisition de l’ensemble de ses activités. Cette acquisition va permettre aux deux sociétés de renforcer leurs opportunités de croissance dans le domaine des revêtements de sol souples, résilients et durs en Australie et en Nouvelle-Zélande.

SABIC to showcase SABIC PURECARES & TRUCIRCLE polymer solutions for hygiene products at INDEX23 in Geneva

SABIC to showcase SABIC PURECARES™ & TRUCIRCLE™ polymer solutions for hygiene products at INDEX™23 in Geneva.SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, will present its portfolio of SABIC PURECARES and TRUCIRCLE materials for the healthcare and hygiene market at INDEX23 from April 18 to 21 in Geneva, Switzerland, under the theme of ‘Collaborating for sustainability and innovative solutions’.

INEOS Styrolution awarded gold rating for its sustainability performance from EcoVadis

INEOS Styrolution’s sustainability targetsThe business sustainability ratings company, EcoVadis, has awarded INEOS Styrolution a gold rating for its progressive environmental, social, governance (ESG) performance.