Polymer Engineering Plus

First Order for 2010

On 4 January 2010 Colortronic received what is believed to be the first order for a material handling system in 2010.

The substantial order includes vacuum conveying, gravimetric blending and granulators for closed loop recycling of regrind into the system.

BNL New Technology Centre focuses on new capability development

BNL is multiplying its capability portfolio with the support of the British Gear Association and the foundation of a New Technology Centre for tribological research.

The recently formed New Technology Centre (NTC) at BNL is spearheading the research, development and understanding of polymer tribology and its application to plastic bearings and related components.

Foams for automotive applications

Toraypef® masters the science of form and feel and re-engineers interiors with the next generation of foams. Superior performance, luxurious soft feel, and eco-friendly light weight deliver greater value and enhance automakers’ brands.

CeDo leads the way in energy efficiency

Europe's leader in second-life household disposables, CeDo, has just completed a programme of energy saving measures that are set to save the company some 10% in energy costs at its Telford manufacturing site.

Automotive manufacturers have new source of vinyl ‘microbeads’ for improving thin-skin interior components

Tek-Spheres™ from Teknor Apex Offer Processing and Performance Advantages over Conventional Vinyls Used on Instrument Panels, Headrests, and Trim Parts

TOPAS Advanced Polymers' New COC Film Grade Boasts the Industry's Lowest Glass Transition Temperature

TOPAS® 9903D-10 COC Delivers Unique Combination of Low-Temperature Shrinkage and High Stiffness for Film Packaging Applications. A new film extrusion grade of cyclic olefin copolymer (COC) from TOPAS Advanced Polymers, Inc. extends the commercial glass transition temperature range down to 33° C.