SABIC helps eNeura create novel migraine relief device sporting sleek, custom-colored healthcare grade housing

Working with SABIC and PTA Plastics, eNeura selected SABIC’s LEXAN™ polycarbonate (PC) copolymer for the housing of the sTMS mini®, a physician-prescribed, portable delivery system for single-pulse, transcranial magnetic stimulation for the treatment of migraines. This healthcare-grade material met the company’s stringent requirements for biocompatibility, resistance to impact and household chemicals, light weight for easy handling, and the ability to be precisely color matched.SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, is showcasing here at NPE 2018, booth S19001, the success of its collaborative efforts with customer, eNeura Inc. (“eNeura”), in developing a clinically proven, non-drug option for the prevention and treatment of migraine headaches. The sTMS mini® by eNeura® is a physician-prescribed, portable delivery system for single-pulse, transcranial magnetic stimulation. Working with SABIC and PTA Plastics, its injection molder, eNeura selected SABIC’s LEXAN™ polycarbonate (PC) copolymer for the housing of the device. This healthcare-grade material met the company’s stringent requirements for biocompatibility, resistance to impact and household chemicals, light weight for easy handling, and the ability to be precisely color matched. The sTMS mini was cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for migraine prevention in 2017, following previous agency clearance in 2014 for acute treatment.

SABIC developing new thermoplastic solutions for electric, connected and autonomous vehicles

SABIC is offering a high heat, high energy density dielectric material, ULTEM™ UTF120 polyetherimide (PEI) film, ranging in thickness from 5 to 10 microns, to produce lightweight auxiliary capacitors that can help offset the heavy weight of battery packs in electric vehicles. The capacitors benefit from the high dielectric constant and low dissipation factor of the film and can maintain a high breakdown strength up to 200 degrees Celsius. In addition, the high temperature capability of capacitors based on ULTEM™ UTF120 film enables design and package flexibility, as well as integration with electronics. This capacitor film offering is the first of several SABIC plans to introduce. SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry and leading thermoplastics supplier to the automotive industry, is sharing insights this week at NPE 2018, in booth S19001, on material solutions to support the development of electric, connected, and autonomous vehicles.

SABIC seeking to grow position in key markets in the Americas with proven material solutions and expertise

At NPE 2018, SABIC is showcasing its plans to grow with customers in the Americas. This includes highlighting a number of packaging solutions, including those for caps and closures – drawing upon a broad materials portfolio that includes PP, HDPE, LLDPE, LDPE, and ETP such as PC. Though active in this space for some time, SABIC has put in place a new global segment team approach designed to accelerate time-to-market of innovative material solutions and enhance customer responsiveness with dedicated sales and technical support.SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, is showcasing at NPE 2018 its sharpened focus on growing with customers in key markets, drawing upon its market knowledge, deep expertise in application development, and steadily expanding portfolio of polyolefin, engineering thermoplastic, and specialty materials.

SABIC debuts at NPE 2018 new portfolio of PP compounds for soft feel in automotive interior components

India’s Tata Motors is the first automotive manufacturer to use one of the new SABIC® PP compound grades for improved haptics in a vehicle interior application. This leading Indian automaker used a new SABIC® PP grade in the steering column cover and speedometer cluster top for its 2017 Tiago hatchback.SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, unveiled here today at NPE 2018, booth S19001, a new and growing portfolio of SABIC® polypropylene (PP) compounds that deliver a soft feel combined with excellent scratch performance in unpainted, low gloss automotive interior components. The new SABIC® PP compounds offer the luxurious haptics and finishes that today’s consumers demand – even in lower-priced vehicles. At the same time, these injection molding materials can help automotive OEMs and tiers reduce costs by as much as 50 percent by avoiding secondary operations such as applying soft paint, fabric, foam or other surface covering.

SABIC signs up to UK Plastics Pact

SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, has signed up to the UK Plastics Pact, a world-first initiative which aims to transform the plastic packaging system in the UK and keep plastic in the economy and out of the environment.

SABIC showcases full complement of market leading fluids for Chinese and Asian markets at IESD show, Shanghai

SABIC showcases full complement of market leading fluids for Chinese and Asian markets at IESD show, Shanghai.As a global leader in the chemical industry, SABIC will present its full Fluids product portfolio at IESD, the leading surfactants and detergents show for China and Asia, in Shanghai, April 24 -26.

SABIC showcases advanced thermoplastic materials and manufacturing processes at Aircraft Interiors Expo

The progression of ‘light weighting’ aircraft components is a vital enabler in allowing airlines globally to minimize costs and reduce maintenance and refurbishment cycles, while maintaining the highest levels of safety excellence, design flexibility and improved passenger experience. Harper Engineering Stow Bin Latch Cover made with SABIC’s ULTEM™ polyetherimide (PEI) resin, a key constituent of TenCate Cetex® TC1000 Premium.The progression of ‘light weighting’ aircraft components is a vital enabler in allowing airlines globally to minimize costs and reduce maintenance and refurbishment cycles, while maintaining the highest levels of safety excellence, design flexibility and improved passenger experience. Advanced thermoplastic composites are an emerging solution for such applications. Widespread adoption of thermoplastic composites depends on new material technologies, upscaling of efficient production processes and expert application know-how. SABIC is focusing heavily in all three areas.

SABIC to showcase pioneering LEXAN™ DLCW light diffusing technology at International Sign Expo

The LEXAN™ DLCW sheet allows placement of LEDs closer to the diffuser, saving valuable design space.SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, will present the latest addition to its LEXAN™ sheet sign portfolio, LEXAN™ DLCW (Diffused Light Cool White), an advanced light diffusing polycarbonate sheet, at the International Sign Expo in Orlando, Florida, March 22-24.

SABIC's Pre-NPE News

SABIC Body in White Reinforcement Components.Under the banner of “Chemistry that Matters™,” SABIC will exhibit at NPE 2018 (booth #S19001) with the theme: “What Matters to You?” – representing the company’s ongoing commitment to listen closely to its customers, share ideas and expertise, and work together to achieve new levels of performance. In the form of a question, the theme recognizes that ideas and innovative solutions take shape from a deep understanding of customers’ key needs and challenges.

SABIC releases at JEC World 2018 results of lifecycle assessment of car doors made with UDMAX™ thermoplastic composite tape

An externally certified LCA study revealed that doors made with SABIC’s thermoplastic composites revealed a lower global warming potential and cumulative energy demand than metal doors.SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, is releasing here at JEC World 2018 in stand L84, hall 5, the results of a recent lifecycle assessment of passenger car side doors using hybrid material solutions including laminates made with its continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite (CFRTC), the UDMAX™ GPP 45-70 tape. The material system aims to help improve compliance with stringent energy and emissions regulations. The externally certified, cradle-to-grave life cycle assessment (LCA) found that doors made with the glass fiber polypropylene-reinforced composites outperformed metal car doors in two key environmental categories: global warming potential and cumulative energy demand. In addition to weighing significantly less than steel, aluminum and magnesium, the CFRTC parts deliver exceptional strength, corrosion resistance and the ability to be produced in high volumes using injection molding.

SABIC previews breakthrough mass production technology for thermoplastic composite laminates

As consumer electronics devices become increasingly lighter and thinner, SABIC is investing in the full digitalization and automation of mass production of composite laminates that can contribute to weight-out and design flexibility of device covers.Thermoplastic composites are prized for their light weight and exceptional strength. However, mainstream adoption has lagged due to shortcomings in existing production processes, which are slow, costly, and labor- and waste-intensive. To drive broader use of these advanced materials across multiple industries, SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, has invested in the composites industry’s first automated, digital system for the large-scale manufacturing of laminates made with its continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic composite (CFRTC) tapes.

SABIC launches new UDMAX™ thermoplastic composite tape featuring high strength for pipe and pressure vessel reinforcement 

The new UDMAX™ GPE 46-70 tape is designed for reinforcing industrial applications, such as pipes and pressure vessels, offering unmatched tensile strength.SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, is introducing here at JEC World 2018 in stand L84, hall 5, new UDMAX™ GPE 46-70 tape, the newest addition to its expanding portfolio of UDMAX™ unidirectional fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite tape products. Commercially available worldwide, the new glass-filled high-density polyethylene grade is designed for reinforcing industrial applications, such as pipes and pressure vessels, offering unmatched tensile strength. This novel product has one of the highest glass content available in the industry today combined with optimal thermoplastic resin impregnation, thanks to SABIC’s proprietary high-pressure fiber impregnation technology (HPFIT™). By using UDMAX™ tape to reinforce oil, gas and water pipes, boilers and storage tanks, customers can significantly increase mechanical performance while reducing weight and help improve corrosion resistance in the most demanding environments.