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Clariant launches new propane dehydrogenation catalyst
Iranpolymer/Baspar Clariant announced the launch of CATOFIN 1000, its next-generation propane dehydrogenation catalyst. Building on the success of the commercially proven CATOFIN 310 Series, the new catalyst delivers improvement in both selectivity and productivity, extended lifetime, and up to 20%…
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White Horse Plastics adopts hydraulic biolubricant to reduce waste
Iranpolymer/Baspar By switching to Mi240 HYDRAULIC – a saturated synthetic ester (SSE) biolubricant – the precision injection moulding specialist has successfully slashed fluid waste and maintenance overheads during one of the UK plastics industry’s most challenging trading periods. With spiralling operational…
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Reliable Caps uses PureCycle resin for sustainable closure line
Iranpolymer/Baspar PureCycle Technologies has partnered with Reliable Caps, which makes caps and closures for consumer and industrial packaging. Under the arrangement, Reliable Caps is producing white closures with PureFive Ultra resin containing as much as 75% certified post-consumer recycled (PCR)…
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Next-generation materials for high-voltage smartphone batteries
Iranpolymer/Baspar Syensqo announces the growing commercial adoption of its Energain® SA076 solution in advanced consumer electronics. The material supports next-generation lithium-ion batteries used in premium smartphones, helping them operate at higher voltages while maintaining safety and performance. Energain® SA076 is…
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Automotive Plastics: Which Materials Best Match with Metals?
Iranpolymer/Baspar The automotive “plastic-for-steel” lightweighting trend significantly reduces vehicle weight but introduces a critical thermodynamic challenge: the severe thermal expansion mismatch between plastics and metals. Under extreme temperature fluctuations, this mismatch causes gap and flush failures, generates acoustic friction, and…
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MACPAC offers Sulapac thermoformable wood-polymer composite
Iranpolymer/Baspar Developed by Helsinki-based Sulapac Ltd, the award-winning, food-safe (EU & FDA US) material is produced from biodegradeable biopolymers and wood dust, and can be shaped as easily as traditional plastics – making it ideal for bespoke luxury packaging solutions.…
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Bio-based wax additives approved for rigid PVC food-contact applications
Iranpolymer/Baspar Clariant has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for its bio-based Licocare RBW wax additives for use in rigid polyvinyl chloride (PVC) food-contact applications. The authorization, effective May 7, 2026, extends the company’s existing FDA approval beyond…
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Ghana to ban polystyrene foam products from 2027
Iranpolymer/Baspar Ghana’s Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has announced a nationwide restriction on polystyrene foam items, effective 1 January 2027. The measure covers the making, import, supply, sale and use of these products, widely referred to as “styrofoam” or “takeaway packs”.…
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Last Call for Free Tickets to RePlast Eurasia 2026 – Deadline February 26
Iranpolymer/Baspar February 26 marks the final day to secure your free ticket to RePlast Eurasia 2026. Industry professionals who attended previous editions of RePlast Eurasia are invited to reconnect and join the upcoming event starting March 26 at the Tüyap…
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Toray completes CFRP aircraft mock-up tests
Iranpolymer/Baspar Thermoset CFRP is used for aircraft structures because of its material properties and history of practical use. Due to the growing demand for smaller components and more complex geometries, thermoplastic CFRP usage is increasing. Combining the pair should lead to new airframes…
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Laser scoring enables precision in packaging
Iranpolymer/Baspar For anyone who regularly visits packaging industry trade shows, the solutions on exhibition booths today will be nearly unrecognisable compared to those that were on show a decade ago. Everything from their aesthetics to their chemistry has taken a…
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Lignin Industries introduces new thermoplastic elastomer product
Iranpolymer/Baspar By replacing fossil raw content with bio-based content, Renol TPV achieves a groundbreaking 50% CO2 reduction in the end application compared to fossil-based TPV. A reduction of this size is crucial in decarbonising hard to abate sectors. Renol TPV comes in…
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Outlook 2026: Asia-Pacific region to emerge as leading hub for rubber products
Iranpolymer/Baspar report from Business Research Insights “Rubber Market Size, Share, Growth, And Industry Analysis by Type (Natural Rubber, Synthetic Rubber) by Application (Automotive, Medical, Industrial, Consumer Goods), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2035” predicts bright prospects for the…
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New material solutions improve impact resistance and protection
Iranpolymer/Baspar Engineering plastics are central to modern industrial transformation, facilitating resilient strategies across numerous manufacturing sectors. Their unique capacity to satisfy demanding regulatory, efficiency, and sustainability requirements establishes them as indispensable components for senior decision-makers navigating complex, evolving global landscapes.…
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Smart solutions for high productivity in blown film operations
Iranpolymer/Baspar Hosokawa Alpine presents practical solutions for system automation and digitalization that enable customers to operate their blown film line more efficiently, safely and economically. A digital start-up assistant supports fast and error-free start-up, modern monitoring solutions ensure full transparency…
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Intertronics presents new Dymax 9773 adhesive for defense and aerospace
Iranpolymer/Baspar Dymax 9773 combines low outgassing, dielectric stability and on-demand UV curing to address the reliability and production throughput requirements in these industries.It is a single part light curing adhesive suitable for applications in electronics assembly and optical applications. It has…
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Outlook 2026: Plant-based additives to achieve regulatory compliance
Iranpolymer/Baspar Increased regulatory compliance for plastics on global and regional level aim at ending plastic pollution and promoting circular economy models. With recyclability playing a key role in the global drive toward plastic circularity, Palsgaard products, which we presented at…
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Henkel Adhesive Technologies joins the Global Impact Coalition
Iranpolymer/Baspar “At a time when the industry is redefining itself under the weight of climate commitments and cost pressure, collaboration is the only credible path forward,” said Charlie Tan, CEO of the Global Impact Coalition. “Henkel’s participation marks a turning…
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Cortec updates Eco Wrap compostable stretch film
Iranpolymer/Baspar US-based Cortec has released a new version of its Eco Wrap industrial stretch film, five years after introducing the product as a compostable alternative to conventional machine-grade stretch film. The company said the updated Eco Wrap has been reformulated…
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FANUC partners NVIDIA to bring physical AI into mainstream manufacturing
Iranpolymer/Baspar The partnership will also see the creation of high-fidelity digital twins, where simulation can conduct training, testing, and optimisation before committing to physical robot investment. NVIDIA’s simulation and physics-aware AI frameworks provide virtual environments that closely mirror real-world behaviour. This…
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