K 2013
| Messe Düsseldorf, Germany |
16 - 23 Oct 2013
With over 3,000 exhibitors, K in 2013 will again be the undisputed flagship event of the industry and hence the ideal business and contact platform for inspirational ideas and forward-looking decisions. On over 168,000 sqm of net exhibition space in 19 exhibition halls, a comprehensive and clearly structured offering awaits you.
Where the experts meet:
- The No. 1 trade fair for plastics and rubber worldwide
- The biggest, broadest and most international range of exhibits
- The marketplace for visionary themes and innovative, sustainable solutions
- The most prestigious business and communication platform
6 Dec 2013
Pallmann promises a rosy future in Zweibrücken
Zweibrücken, Germany (6 December 2013) - Pallmann, one of the world's largest developers, producers and providers of innovative size reduction technology, is getting ready to celebrate 111 years of successful business next year. The number has a special significance for Pallmann: in recent years, the company has streamlined its organization to concentrate on three main areas: pulverization, recycling, and agglomeration. "We want to be Number One in each of these areas as we are in wood area", says company CEO Hartmut Pallmann.
27 Nov 2013
Clariant Masterbatches demonstrates commitment to innovation by launching first Project House
Muttenz, November 27, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has announced that its Business Unit Masterbatches is to open its first Project House in November 2013 as part of its strategy to build the next level of innovation.
18 Nov 2013
DSM’s Akulon Ultraflow helps BBP cut weight of oil sumps for new Mercedes-Benz S Class engine
Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company, announces a new application of its lightweight solution for automotive oil sumps injection molded in Akulon® Ultraflow polyamide 6. The new Mercedes-Benz S Class, one of the most luxurious cars in the world, is the latest vehicle to benefit from this DSM innovation. The oil sump not only weighs less than a metal version—and so helps to lower fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions during the lifetime of the vehicle— it also costs less to produce.
18 Nov 2013
Clariant introduces innovative HiFormer™ Liquid Masterbatches system to deliver maximum customer value
Muttenz, November 18, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, introduces its new, innovative Liquid Masterbatches system for almost all polymers and production processes. HiFormer™ - high performance integrated liquid masterbatches - will set a new industry standard by offering the right mix of consultancy, engineering and chemistry for world class performance, flexibility and excellence. HiFormer is able to deliver service, technology and expertise from the design stage to the start of production and beyond.
11 Nov 2013
DSMs Stanyl ForTii used in breakthrough LED array holder
Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company, announces the use of Stanyl® ForTii™ in a breakthrough LED array holder. DSM developed a special grade of its high performance polyamide 4T, for the one of the first ever integrated plastics holder for a LED array.
11 Nov 2013
Clariant unveils first AddWorks® solutions for plastics industry
Muttenz, November 11, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, introduces the first of its new AddWorks® polymer additives solutions with innovation and sustainability at their heart.
6 Nov 2013
Clariant expands its range of organic pigments and polymer soluble dyes for sustainable and safer solutions in the plastics industry
Muttenz, November 6, 2013 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, helps its customers to fulfill tight requirements in the plastics industry with regards to product safety. Product safety covers various aspects, such as legal requirements - FDA, EU- and Chinese regulations and standards set by the industry. In order to respond to these market needs, Clariant has developed pigments and polymer soluble dyes fulfilling the legal regulations as well as specific industry standards, with a particular focus on the important topics of halogen content and lead chromate content in plastics applications.
4 Nov 2013
High performance at low temperatures leads EcoPaXX from DSM to success in Salomon's snowboard binding
Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences Company, announces another application for its EcoPaXX® polyamide 410, with the adoption of this high performance bio-based engineering plastic for Salomon's snowboard bindings made by Amer Sports.
31 Oct 2013
DSM joins LIPA-Team to develop series production of advanced thermoplastic composites parts
Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company, announces it has joined the LIPA-Team, set up to develop an industrial process for the manufacture of endless-fibre-reinforced advanced thermoplastic composite parts. LIPA stands for "Lightweight Integrated Process Application." DSM will contribute with materials know-how and in-depth understanding of polyamide 6 applications.
30 Oct 2013
Energy saving benefits of Millad® NX™ 8000 validated with UL approved label
Ghent, Belgium - The energy-saving benefits of Milliken's new generation clarifier Millad® NX™ 8000 for polypropylene (PP) have been validated by the independent organisation UL Environment, a business unit of UL (Underwriters Laboratories). The validation qualifies Milliken and eventually its customers, from converters to brand owners, to use an Environmental Claim Validation (ECV) label to highlight the energy consumption reductions achieved with the use of Millad NX 8000 in a transparent PP product.
23 Oct 2013
Clariant untaps creativity without compromise potential for the healthcare sector at K 2013
Muttenz, October 23, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, proved that it is possible to combine creativity with enhanced protection and processing performance for healthcare applications with its sector-dedicated MEVOPUR® polymer and packaging solutions at K 2013. MEVOPUR color and performance additives are produced at three ISO 13485 certified and dedicated production facilities located in USA, Europe and Asia to ensure 'Controlled, Consistent and Compliant' innovations for the industry.
22 Oct 2013
Polyscope cutting edge sunroof application recognized with SPE Automotive Award for innovation
The Society of Plastics Engineers' Central Europe Automotive Division has recognized the groundbreaking work done by Polyscope in the development of sunroof frames for medium- and low-volume vehicle platforms. At the gala presentation of the 15th SPE Central Europe Automotive Awards held in Düsseldorf on October 14, third prize in the Body Exterior section went to a frame for the Citroën DS3 Cabrio injection molded in XIRAN® glass reinforced blend of styrene maleic anhydride (SMA) and ABS developed by Polyscope.
21 Oct 2013
K 2013: Songwon – Taking the lead in regulatory affairs and product stewardship
Ulsan, Korea - October 21, 2013 - Songwon Industrial Group (www.songwon.com) is dedicated to sustainability which is clearly demonstrated in how it is meeting or exceeding stringent environmental and health & safety regulations and initiatives. This is being driven by a commitment to produce and sell products that use less of the Earth’s resources and which can be safely used by the value chain. Songwon’s global customers can continue to meet their environmental and health & safety goals, being ensured that they do not only use products that meet all these regulations, but will also receive expert support on the complexities of compliance, registration and certification.
18 Oct 2013
K 2013: Songwon launches SONGXTEND™ product line, a new and innovative stabilization package for polymers
- SONGXTEND™ stabilizers, a new product family that offers benefits along the entire value chain from polymer production to end-use
- SONGXTEND™ stabilizers enable more robust and efficient processing as well as outstanding performance in line with todays requirements of the polyolefin industry
17 Oct 2013
Clariant launches new tailor-made flame retardant solutions for high-temperature thermoplastics
Muttenz, October 17, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, expands its toolbox of cutting-edge, efficient phosphinate flame retardants with new tailor made synergistic formulations for thermoplastics used in demanding environments. Exolit® OP 1400 (TP) for polyamides and Exolit OP 1260 (TP) for polyesters offer the plastics industry new opportunities to improve both fire safety and processing and mechanical performance at the same time.
16 Oct 2013
Frost & Sullivan Award for Xiran® IZ recognises Polyscope new product innovation leadership
Based on its recent analysis of Plastic Modifiers in Europe, Frost & Sullivan has recognised the development of the new XIRAN® IZ grades produced by Polyscope with the 2013 Frost & Sullivan New Product Innovation Leadership Award. Through this Award, Polyscope is rewarded for its continued innovation and product line expansion.
16 Oct 2013
Clariant at K 2013: focus on growth and innovation as key drivers for customer benefits
Muttenz, October 16, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, underlined its commitment to the Plastics and Coatings industry at its K 2013 press conference and demonstrated how the megatrends that drive the plastics industry are at the root of the company's market strategy.
16 Oct 2013
K 2013: Songwon further expanding its range of innovative stabilizer solutions
- Songwon - reliably delivering essential and innovative products
- Songwon - expanding its portfolio of world class products – launch of SONGXTEND™ product line at K 2013
- Songwon - investing in technology and capacity to meet the needs of its customers
16 Oct 2013
Ascend announces launch of new compounding operations in Pensacola, Florida
HOUSTON, TEXAS - October 16, 2013 - At K 2013, Ascend Performance Materials Inc., a leading producer of PA66 resin and chemical intermediates, is announcing the start of a new compounding line in Pensacola, Florida.
16 Oct 2013
Pallmann presents Karakal for recycling rubber waste back into fine powders
Zweibrücken, Germany (16 October 2013) - A new grinding system from Pallmann enables energy-efficient recycling of vulcanized rubber waste back into fine powder for direct reuse in rubber processing. Pallmann, one of the world's largest developers, producers and providers of innovative size reduction technology, is unveiling the new machine, called Karakal, on its stand at K 2013.
16 Oct 2013
Milliken and RPC promote the many benefits of PP for packaging applications
Ghent, Belgium - RPC Group, one of the world's leading suppliers of rigid plastics packaging, is choosing Clear PP for certain of its products to help it achieve both the high clarity packaging desired by consumers and the highest sustainability targets.
15 Oct 2013
Polyscope founder and board member receives major SPE accolade
Uwe Wascher, one of the co-founders of Polyscope, is to be honored by the Society of Plastics Engineers' European Automotive Division with its lifetime achievement award. The award will be formally handed over by SPE representatives on Monday 21 October at 14.00 hrs on the Polyscope booth in Hall 5/stand E08 at K 2013.
14 Oct 2013
Corbion Purac at K 2013: partnering for PLA bioplastics growth
Corbion Purac will be exhibiting at the K trade fair in Dusseldorf under the theme 'partnering for bioplastics growth'. Corbion Purac has teamed up with esteemed partners in a number of industries, including packaging, automotive, home interiors and sporting goods, and will be showcasing the resulting applications in Hall 5, stand B22.
11 Oct 2013
World's first PLA bioplastic touch screen computer from SUPLA and Kuender at K 2013, based on lactides from Corbion Purac
SUPLA, who announced plans for a 10 kT polymerization plant earlier this year, has developed optimized PLA (Poly Lactic Acid) compounds for the consumer electronics industry based on lactides from Corbion Purac. The launching application is the world's first bioplastic touch screen computer, developed in cooperation with Kuender, an OEM/ODM for many brand customers. The high gloss housing of this computer is made from high heat PLA. Corbion Purac, the global leader in lactic acid and lactides, will showcase this computer at K 2013.
8 Oct 2013
DSM approves BDO made using Genomatica's process for use in Arnitel products
DSM has tested and approved bio-based BDO (1,4-butanediol) made with Genomatica's process, for use in DSM's Arnitel® TPC (ThermoPlastic Copolyester). This is a next step in the development of a bio-based high performance portfolio and fully in line with DSM's front running position in a bio-based economy.
7 Oct 2013
Corbion Purac and Innovia to develop temperature stable, transparent PLA films
Innovia Films, a leading global manufacturer of Biofilms, and Corbion Purac, a global leader in lactic acid and lactides, are joining forces to develop PLA (Poly Lactic Acid) film that is both transparent and resistant to higher temperatures. High heat PLA was brought to market following dedicated research efforts by Corbion Purac. As a result, Innovia recognized an opportunity to work together to further develop a transparent, heat resistant PLA film.
1 Oct 2013
DSM makes breakthrough in polyamide blown film processing with Akulon XS
Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company, says the potential for polyamide 6 in blown film for flexible food packaging is further enhanced with the introduction of Akulon® XS. Thanks to its improved crystallisation properties, Akulon XS has an extended processing window, providing new opportunities in designing co-extruded multi-layer as well as monolayer film structures. Processors notice significant improvements in production when using the new Akulon XS.
1 Oct 2013
NATPET gives center stage to high-clarity performance-boosting Plastics solutions at K 2013
NATPET, the polypropylene (PP) producer from Saudi Arabia, will focus on enhancing converter productivity and end-product appeal in the rigid packaging sector by highlighting the high-clarity aesthetics, processing efficiency and performance possibilities of its advanced thermoforming and injection molding grades at K 2013 Booth # Hall 8a / J10.
27 Sept 2013
Ascend Shares Customer-Driven Innovations at K 2013
HOUSTON, TEXAS - September 27, 2013 - At K 2013, Ascend Performance Materials Inc., a leading producer of PA66 resin and chemical intermediates, will present its portfolio of Vydyne® PA66 products poised for launch into the automotive, cable tie, electrical and electronics, consumer and industrial, and compounding markets.
25 Sept 2013
Perstorp investing in the dynamic plastic materials market
The Perstorp Group, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will be presenting four new products for the plastic materials market at K Fair, 2013. Considerable investments have been made to ensure we deliver new products that address key opportunities related to the use of plastics important to society today.
19 Sept 2013
DSM and Ravago partnership introduces portfolio of recycled PA compounds
Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company, has announced that it has expanded its partnership with the Ravago Group, a leader in distribution, resale, compounding and recycling of plastic and elastomeric raw materials. The two companies have combined DSM’s expertise in polyamide 6 with Ravago’s recycling know-how to develop a portfolio of glass reinforced recycled PA6 compounds. The materials will be offered by DSM directly and distributed by Ravago Group member Resinex, which has a leading position in the plastics and rubbers distribution market across Europe and Turkey, and which is already a well-established distributor of DSM engineering plastics.
10 Sept 2013
Perstorp presents Akestra™ - a new plastic alternative
The Perstorp Group, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will be presenting the next generation of co-polyesters at K Fair 2013. This will include Akestra™, a high performance plastic with remarkable properties. Perstorp have formed a strategic partnership with Mitsubishi Gas Chemical to develop and distribute this exciting co-polyester throughout Europe. On a long term, this will result in both companies jointly establishing the most competitive production platform in Europe for the raw material used in these co-polyesters.
10 Sept 2013
K 2013 collaboration brings Clear Polypropylene to life
Ghent, Belgium - At K 2013 (16-23 October 2013, Düsseldorf, Germany), Kiefel, SML, Braskem and Milliken will combine their machine and material innovations to bring the powerful material substitution possibilities of Clear Polypropylene (PP) to life. Highly transparent, deep-draw cups produced live by Kiefel on its productivity-boosting systems will let visitors experience first-hand the exceptional high clarity and performance that can be achieved with Braskem's Inspire 224 PP containing Milliken's innovative clarifying agent, Millad® NX8000™.
10 Sept 2013
DSM launches solutions in advanced thermoplastic composites for lighter and more sustainable automotive applications
Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company, is launching a custom-made solution for structural and semi-structural applications, incorporating various types of continuous fiber reinforcements embedded in its advanced polyamides. Together with several industry partners, DSM has developed advanced thermoplastic composites, which are initially aimed at the automotive industry.
4 Sept 2013
DSM to showcase sustainable innovations in engineering plastics at K2013
Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company, will present at K2013 (16-23 October in Dusseldorf, Germany) sustainable and innovative solutions that address key global challenges like climate change. With a portfolio of high performance plastics for applications in automotive, electrical and electronics, flexible food packaging, and consumer goods, the company is committed to do everything it can to contribute to a more sustainable world. DSM will be on Stand 11 in Hall 6B.
3 Sept 2013
Pevalen™ - an innovative plasticizer for sensitive applications
The Perstorp Group, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will be presenting its latest developments in plasticizers at K Fair 2013. This will include an innovative new general-purpose plasticizer, Pevalen™, developed specifically for sensitive close-to-consumer applications.
22 Aug 2013
Corbion Purac at K 2013: unveiling PLA partnerships for new bioplastic applications
Gorinchem, 22 August 2013 - Corbion Purac bioplastics will be exhibiting at the K trade fair in Dusseldorf under the theme 'partnering for bioplastics growth'. To highlight the most recent developments in PLA (Poly Lactic Acid), Corbion Purac will be exhibiting a number of biobased applications resulting from numerous strategic partnerships. Corbion Purac has teamed up with esteemed partners in a number of industries, including packaging, automotive, home interiors and sporting goods, and will be showcasing the resulting applications in Hall 5, stand 5B22.
20 Aug 2013
Innovation excellence of Polyscope during K-fair 2013
At K2013, Polyscope, the world's leading producer of styrene maleic anhydride (SMA) copolymers and compounds, will display some of its most recent developments in engineering plastic applications. In addition, the company is staging a series of technical sessions at its booth in Hall 5/stand E08.
4 Jul 2013
Capa™ significantly enhances biodegradability & bioplastic performance
Perstorp, world leader in specialty chemicals, will be launching its proven technology Capa™ Thermoplastic products for bioplastics at K Fair, 2013. Considerable investments have been made in caprolactones to ensure we deliver new Capa™ products that address key issues related to plastic materials, such as sustainability, biodegradability and product safety.
26 Jun 2013
Managing a burning issue safely and sustainably
The Perstorp Group, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will be presenting its latest developments in carbon sources for intumescent systems. This will include the next step in carbon source innovation for both coating and plastic based intumescent systems, known as Charmor™ PM40 Care.
17 Jun 2013
Perstorp makes innovative plastic solutions a priority at K Fair 2013
The Perstorp Group, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will be presenting its new plastic raw materials at K Fair, 2013. Considerable investments have been made to ensure we deliver new products that address key issues related to plastic materials, such as sustainability and product safety.
13 Jun 2013
At K 2013 Songwon the Salient in Additives partner demonstrates its value
Ulsan, Korea - June 5, 2013 - At K 2013 in Düsseldorf, Germany, Songwon (www.songwon.com), the world's second largest supplier of additives to the global polymer industry, will demonstrate that being Salient in Additives has led them to be a prominent and powerful partner that has invested in the ambitions of its stakeholders.
10 Jun 2013
Sealed Air brings fresh clarity to lightweight Cryovac® PP chilled food packaging with Millad® NX™ 8000
Ghent, Belgium - Sealed Air Corporation is offering a range of lightweight PP trays and pots with high clarity for chilled foods thanks to Milliken's clarifying innovation Millad® NX™ 8000.
6 Jun 2013
Clariant launches AddWorks™, its new brand for polymer additives solutions
Muttenz, June 6, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, presents AddWorks™, its new brand for polymer additives solutions, consisting of:
6 Jun 2013
Clariant's solutions for the plastics industry unveiled for K 2013
Muttenz, June 6, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, reveals the first of the new product innovations and service enhancements integral to its solutions for the plastics industry which will be showcased at K 2013 (Booth J11, Hall 8a). Show visitors will be able to experience Clariant's new customer- and segment-oriented approach, with its commitment to Performance - People - Planet at the heart of all featured developments.
6 Jun 2013
Milliken puts clarity, aesthetics and sustainability in the spotlight at K 2013
Ghent, Belgium - Leading polyolefins additives supplier Milliken will greet K 2013 visitors with a full package of value-adding product innovations and services focused around the industry's priority themes of clarity & aesthetics, productivity improvement, property optimization, and sustainability.
13 May 2013
Polychim and Milliken take homopolymer PP performance for packaging applications to a new level
Ghent, Belgium - Polychim is setting a new benchmark in the performance of homopolymer polypropylene (PP) in packaging applications with the launch of a new thermoforming PP offering excellent aesthetics, high quality and faster throughput to converters.