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Bormioli Pharma and Chiesi partner to introduce Carbon Capture PET bottles
Iranpolymer/Baspar Bormioli Pharma has partnered with research-focused biopharmaceutical company Chiesi for the supply of Carbon Capture polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles. The bottles will be used for packaging a medication that is intended for prophylaxis and treatment of various types of rhinitis. They…
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Idemitsu and Suntory collaborate on recycling demonstration for bottle caps
Iranpolymer/Baspar Petroleum refinery company Idemitsu Kosan has collaborated with beverage company Suntory for the chemical recycling demonstration test of used polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottle caps and labels. The project has recently progressed to a demonstration test phase, where Chemical Recycle Japan, a subsidiary of…
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The new INTAREMA® sets the benchmark in plastics recycling
Iranpolymer/Baspar Premiere at EREMA: the new INTAREMA® 2325 sees the world’s leading manufacturer of plastics recycling systems grow its post-consumer series to enter a new dimension in recycling. The INTAREMA® 2325 T-VEplus® RegrindPro® with laser filter is the largest system ever built to recycle…
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Plasticizer Alcohols driven by economic expansion and market transformation
Iranpolymer/Baspar The global plasticizer alcohols market size is estimated to grow by USD 4.5 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 9.19% during the forecast period. Rapid economic expansion in emerging regions is driving…
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Datwyler expands its range of NeoFlex coated plungers
Iranpolymer/Baspar Altdorf, Switzerland – Datwyler announces the expansion of its NeoFlex™ range of coated plungers with new sizes for containers aimed at large-volume auto-injectors and wearable devices. At CPHI Worldwide in Milan, Italy (Booth 20B48), the company unveiled its NeoFlex…
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Sustainable POM grades with short cellulose fiber
Iranpolymer/Baspar Compared to glass-reinforced POM, the new short cellulose fiber grades can increase flexural modulus without significantly increasing density, achieving both light weight and high rigidity. They also maintain the excellent sliding properties of POM. Cellulose is a non-edible, bio-based…
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Freudenberg Sealing Technologies develops in-wheel motors with patented seal design
Iranpolymer/Baspar In-wheel motors (IVM) for electric vehicles offer various advantages. Elements such as transmissions, brakes and suspensions can either move much closer to the point of power transmission or be completely eliminated. IVMs also include wheel-specific torque control, enhanced comfort and more…
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The REWIND project: Dismantling end-of-life wind turbine blades to improve circularity
Iranpolymer/Baspar Today, roughly 2.5 million tonnes of composite materials are used in wind turbines globally. Approximately 350 Ktonnes of end-of-life (EoL) wind turbine blades will be decommissioned in Europe by 2030. However, recycling composite materials remains challenging and the circularity of wind turbine blades is currently…
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SK chemicals unveils new copolyester material with enhanced recyclability
Iranpolymer/Baspar South Korean company SK Chemicals has introduced a new copolyester material designed to improve recyclability and moulding versatility for large-sized containers. Dubbed ‘ECOTRIA CLARO 300’, the material maintains the transparency and chemical resistance of traditional copolyesters while offering enhanced features for…
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Moretto puts stronger focus on grinders
Iranpolymer/Baspar Italy-based Moretto SpA has been supplying auxiliary equipment for the plastics processing industry for over four decades. Its booth at Fakuma is a window into its vast product portfolio, from sills to hopper loaders, from dryers to dosing units.…
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Can biodegradable bioplastics keep their promise?
Iranpolymer/Baspar Bioplastics are gaining attention as sustainable alternatives to petrochemical-based plastics because they’re derived from renewable, bio-based feedstocks. They can be used to reduce dependency on fossil fuels and minimise the environmental footprint. But can they keep this up in the long term? IDTechEx’s latest market…
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Second edition of PRS Middle East & Africa proves a resounding success
Iranpolymer/Baspar The second edition of the Plastics Recycling Show Middle East & Africa in Dubai has built on the success of last year’s first edition to firmly establish the event as the region’s stand-out event for all those engaged in…
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Axens starts commercialising PET depolymerisation technology
Iranpolymer/Baspar French chemical recycler Axens announced it has started commercialising its Rewind PET depolymerisation technology. Back in 2020, Axens, Japan-based chemical recycler Jeplan, and the French Institute of Petroleum (IFPEN) signed a joint development and commercialisation agreement in order to…
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Diing Kuen shows off benefits of blown film extrusion lines
Iranpolymer/Baspar Diing Kuen, a prominent name in the plastics extrusion industry, has been at the forefront of innovation for over four decades. Known for its ability to provide full-plant solutions and highly customized machinery, Diing Kuen has remained a leader…
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Cannon Afros broadens low-pressure elastomer solutions offering through new acquisition
Iranpolymer/Baspar This deal enriches Cannon Afros’ portfolio with low-pressure, multi-component, PUR and BDO/Amin/MOCA machines, completing its offering to include all elastomer applications. PUR Holding will keep 25% of the shareholding while supporting Polytec EMC Engineering’s growth course. “In line with our growth strategy and to…
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The Rubber Division announces their 2025 Science and Technology award winners
Iranpolymer/Baspar Akron, OH – The Rubber Division, ACS annually honors the best of the best with the most prestigious awards in our industry the Science & Technology Awards. The 2025 winners will accept these awards and be celebrated at a…
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Extremely soft custom-made compounds for medical devices
Iranpolymer/Baspar The demand for ultrasoft TPEs has been increasing across various industrial sectors. The reasons for this are obvious. Whether they are intended for key products such as orthopedic equipment or applications in prosthetics – their particularly soft surface feel,…
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CLF: Pushing the boundary of plastics injection machineries capacity
Iranpolymer/Baspar At the recent Taipei PLAS 2024, Chuan Lih Fa (CLF) made a significant impact by showcasing three of its most advanced plastic injection molding machines: the outward toggle tube plastic injection molding machine (TWII), the co-injection multicolor plastic injection molding machine…
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Oerlikon HRSflow’s new external valve gate end rings
Iranpolymer/Baspar Their higher wear and corrosion resistance allows them to withstand the processing of materials such as PA6/PA66, PBT, POM, PPA and PPS, filled with carbon or glass fibres to increase their mechanical properties. These abrasive reinforcing materials would normally lead to premature…
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German pigments maker Heubach Group sold to India’s Sudarshan Chemical
Iranpolymer/Baspar Sudarshan Chemical Industries Ltd. of India is acquiring German pigments maker Heubach Group in a deal valued at 127.5 million euros ($139 million). In a news release, officials with SCIL in Maharashtra said the acquisition “will create a global…
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