01-04-2021
Malvern Panalytical launches Smart Manager™, a cloud based ‘control room’ for Zetium and Axios-mAX XRF systems
Today, Malvern Panalytical introduces Smart Manager, one of the new Smart Solutions in the Connected World, a cloud based ‘control room’ that connects and monitors all Zetium and Axios-mAX XRF systems. It will give customers a clear picture of both the real-time utilization and health of their instruments, wherever they are in the world.
01-04-2021
SABIC is a frontrunner in industry to launch recycled ocean bound plastics portfolio
SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, has announced the launch of a new recycled material made from ocean bound plastic which has been recovered from ocean-feeding waterways and inland areas within a 50 kilometer radius of the ocean. The ocean bound material is mechanically recycled and converted into components for new consumer goods and electronics applications, such as TV remote controls and electronic razors. It has the potential to also be used in other industries in the future, such as automotive.
31-03-2021
KRAIBURG TPE is supplying new solutions that push the plastics circular economy forward
KRAIBURG TPE is presenting a new series of compounds that will enable European OEMs to still use optimum materials for exterior automotive applications in the future. The highlight: With at least a 20% proportion of postindustrial recycled materials, the compounds meet the OEMs’ high requirements and contribute to building a circular plastics economy
30-03-2021
Clariant joins the EU Circular Plastics Alliance
Clariant, a focused, sustainable and innovative specialty chemical company, today announced it has officially joined the EU Circular Plastics Alliance. The alliance aims to enhance plastics recycling in line with the objectives of the EU Circular Economy Action Plan and the Green Deal program. Clariant's engagement is part of the company's active support for the transition towards a more circular plastics economy.
30-03-2021
Mondi’s new packaging for Bell Germany's ‘Abraham’ ham range requires 37% less material and saves 35 tonnes of plastic
Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has produced recyclable packaging for Bell Germany’s ‘Abraham’ range of thinly sliced gourmet ham that ensures perfect conformity with existing recycling guidelines.
29-03-2021
Investering van BENEO in binnenscheepvaart verlaagt CO2-uitstoot met 20%
BENEO, een wereldleider op het gebied van gezonde voedingsingrediënten, heeft een half miljoen euro geïnvesteerd in een uitbreiding van het binnenwater transport van de zeehavens naar haar rijstzetmeelfabriek in het Belgische Wijgmaal. Dankzij deze investering kan BENEO nu twee derde van de rijstvracht per binnenschip vervoeren. Hierdoor zal de CO2-uitstoot uit het binnenlands transport van rijst met 20% verminderen.
29-03-2021
Clariant highlights innovative sustainable additive solutions for China
Closer to Chinese customers from the start. Clariant’s Additives business continues to step up support for the needs of China’s growth industries, with new top-class facilities to foster R&D and joint application technology developments at One Clariant Campus (OCC). Ahead of Chinaplas 2021, Clariant shares a taster of bio-based additives available to advance resource-efficient innovation in local market segments, highlights from its new sustainable solutions set for their regional debut.
29-03-2021
Positive feedback for Project AIR for sustainable methanol production from EU Innovation Fund
Specialty chemicals innovator Perstorp is planning large-scale production of sustainable methanol from captured carbon dioxide and other residue streams. This could contribute substantially towards a climate-neutral industry. Project AIR, which Perstorp has created with partners, has been approved for the next level of evaluation from the EU Innovation Fund, one of the world’s largest funding programmes for the demonstration of innovative low-carbon technologies.
