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Advanced elastomer market forecast to reach $7.8 billion by 2029
Iranpolymer/Baspar Delray Beach, FL – Market and Markets latest report “Advanced Elastomers Market by Type (Thermoplastic Elastomers, Silicon Elastomers), Application (Insulations, Implants), End-Use Industry (Medical, Industrial, Aerospace & Defense), Region- Global Forecast to 2029”, size is projected to grow from…
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Axil and Aquapak extend partnership
Iranpolymer/Baspar Aquapak’s flagship product, Hydropol, a biodegradable and marine safe polymer, plays a key role in improving recyclability and compostability, offering scalable solutions to the challenges faced by major consumer brands in the Circular Economy. “We’re delighted to extend our…
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Solution and system partner for silicone injection moulding
Iranpolymer/Baspar At Plastec West in Anaheim, California/USA, Arburg as a solution and system partner will showcase its innovative technologies for silicone injection moulding, digitalisation and automation from 4 to 6 February 2025. On stand 4229 in Hall B, the processing of…
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PRS Europe 2025 programme outlined
Iranpolymer/Baspar The latest trends in the plastics recycling sector will be explored in depth, providing a holistic view of the whole plastic recycling value chain and drawing together political leaders, major brands, recyclers and the plastics recycling and manufacturing industry.…
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Eclectic color trend forecasted for the Plastics Industry
Iranpolymer/Baspar Avient Corporation announced the launch of ColorForward™ 2026, its annual color trend forecasting tool for the plastics industry developed to support the design of impactful aesthetics for new consumer products. ColorForward 2026, created by the ColorWorks™ team at Avient,…
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Expansion of HMLS yarn capacities in China
Iranpolymer/Baspar The Chinese Junma Group has expanded its HMLS capacities by 20 positions, hence becoming one of the largest tire cord manufacturers in China. At present, the company has 64 positions of HMLS systems, all of which are from Oerlikon…
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Germany endorses chemical recycling in National Circular Economy Strategy
Iranpolymer/Baspar The German Federal Government has published its National Circular Economy Strategy (NKWS). The policy sets out Germany’s vision to transition to a circular economy across various sectors. The government’s coalition partners, which have recently broken up resulting in the call of…
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EREMA Group expands offering on a global scale
Iranpolymer/Baspar The ReadyMac celebrated its market launch at K 2022. The recycling system, which is produced in stock and available at short notice, has since established itself successfully in the 50 hertz version, particularly on the European market. Based on this…
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Distrupol sold to plastics distributor Omya
Iranpolymer/Baspar England-based plastics distributor Distrupol, so far an affiliate of GPD Companies, will be sold to Omya, a Swiss producer of essential minerals and polymer distributor. GPD Companies said it entered into a definitive agreement for the sale, which is expected…
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Optimising medical injection moulding for syringe components and beyond
Iranpolymer/Baspar The growth of the global syringe market has been notably robust and innovations in this area have created an impact on the medical sector as well. Husky TechnologiesTM has released the guidebook “Optimizing Medical Injection Molding for Syringe Components and…
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The BOTTLE4FLEX Project: Develop a 100% recyclable skin pack container from recycled PET
Iranpolymer/Baspar In Spain, only recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) has been authorised for post-consumer recycled content for food packaging. Flexible PET packaging cannot be recycled using conventional mechanical technologies because of its multilayer composition. AIMPLAS, the Plastics Technology Centre, Covinil and…
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Highland Plastics introduces antimony-free Kelvinite 2100 FRPP
Iranpolymer/Baspar As China, which accounts for 48% of the world’s antimony supply, enforces its export restrictions, manufacturers reliant on antimony-containing flame-retardant polymers face the prospect of significant supply chain disruptions and cost increases. Kelvinite 2100 offers an immediate, sustainable, and…
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Catalyst suited for biomass-to-green methanol production project
Iranpolymer/Baspar Clariant announced that its MegaMax catalyst was selected for a China’s biomass gasification-to-green methanol project. The plant will use a combination of farm waste and wind power to produce up to 250,000 tons per annum of green methanol in…
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Two-stage process for energy-efficient plastic recycling
Iranpolymer/Baspar Austrian Federal Minister for Labour and Economy, Martin Kocher, presented the award in Vienna. The State Award honours Austria’s most innovative companies, and the jury recognised ENGEL’s contribution as a groundbreaking transformation in the recycling process. In their statement,…
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Award-winning video on circular recycling technology
Iranpolymer/Baspar SK chemicals’ video showcasing its proprietary Circular Recycling technology has received high acclaim at an international competition. SK chemicals (CEO & President: Ahn Jae-hyun) announced that its video “SK chemicals Closed Loop Solution in 2024 Chinaplas” won the Gold Medal…
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Polyplastics develops new DURACON® POM Grades
Iranpolymer/Baspar Polyplastics Co., Ltd. recently announced the development of DURACON® POM grades that are reinforced with short cellulose fiber for lower environmental impact. The new products are a focus of Polyplastics’ DURACIRCLE® initiative which delivers eco-friendly engineering plastics to drive…
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New CHINAPLAS 2025 chapter opens and continues to grow globally
Iranpolymer/Baspar As the global economy gradually recovers, China continues to be a crucial engine driving worldwide economic growth. In the new framework of dual circulation in the domestic and international markets, CHINAPLAS 2025 will be held at Shenzhen, a major…
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Celanese, Henkel to develop adhesives made from captured carbon
Iranpolymer/Baspar US-based materials company Celanese and Germany’s packaging company Henkel have partnered to offer adhesives made from captured carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Earlier this year, Celanese launched a carbon capture and utilisation (CCU) project at its Clear Lake, Texas site. The…
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Syensqo expands polymer production capacity
Iranpolymer/Baspar By expanding production of its Udel polysulfones (PSU) sulfone polymers at its Marietta, Ohio facility by more than 25%, Syensqo is ready to meet the growing demand for innovative materials in critical life science markets. This production boost supports…
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ExxonMobil invest $200M to expand Texas chemical recycling capacity
Iranpolymer/Baspar US-based ExxonMobil announced plans to invest over $200 million to expand chemical recycling capacity at its sites in Baytown and Beaumont, Texas. The oil and gas giant said it plans to add new pyrolysis units at the sites, increasing capacity by…
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