PE

Klöckner Pentaplast unveils recyclable barrier flow wrap films

Iranpolymer/Baspar Klöckner Pentaplast (kp), a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, has introduced two new recyclable barrier flow wrap films: kp FlexiFlow EH 155 R and kp FlexiFlow PH 255 R. These films, designed to reduce packaging weight by up to 75% compared…

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Water-soluble packaging market growth and trends

Iranpolymer/Baspar The global water-soluble packaging market size was at USD 3,020 million in 2022 to hit approximately USD 5,340 million by 2032, registered at 5.9% CAGR projected between 2023 and 2032. Report Highlights: Important Revelation – Transformative shift towards eco-friendly…

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Recycled Polyolefins Close Year Up From Fall Lows

Iranpolymer/Baspar  Pledges to incorporate recycled polymer materials did not translate into increased prices for the commodity in 2023, with prices generally falling for all grades and types of reclaimed and reprocessed materials. According to weekly reports from Oil Price Information Service…

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Advanced inhaler mask solutions

Iranpolymer/Baspar Inhaler masks are essential for delivering life-saving medications and treatments directly to the lungs. They are the bridge between patients and the relief they seek from conditions like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and respiratory infections. These masks,…

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Polymer innovations for global resource security

Iranpolymer/Baspar Headquartered in Oman, OQ showcases its diverse expertise as an energy transition enabler across various markets. Excelling in polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE), catering to both flexible and rigid packaging solutions, OQ has announced two major product launches designed to…

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PE thermoformed packaging breakthrough: fully recyclable and functional

Iranpolymer/Baspar  in a significant breakthrough for the packaging industry, ExxonMobil, in collaboration with industry partners, has successfully developed a fully recyclable thermoformed package with a remarkable 95% PE content. This achievement marks a significant step forward in creating sustainable packaging solutions without…

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Braskem, SCG Chemicals form JV to advance Thai bio-based ethylene project

Iranpolymer/Baspar  Thailand-based petrochemical company SCG Chemicals and Brazil chemicals group Braskem have announced the signing of a joint venture agreement to create Braskem Siam Company Limited. The aim of the new company will be to produce sugar-cane based bio-ethylene from…

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New partnership for recycling PE film

Iranpolymer/Baspar Fastenal, a U.S.-based industry supplier, and wood-alternative decking company Trex have announced a partnership that will see Trex repurposing Fastenal’s discarded polyethylene (PE) stretch film. PE film, widely used in logistics, stabilises products on pallets to make them safe…

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Nova goes global with resins for BOPE-HD film

Iranpolymer/ Baspar Nova Chemicals Corp. now has resins used to make biaxially oriented high density polyethylene (BOPE-HD) film available on a global level. Officials with Nova in Calgary, Alberta, said that films made with the resins are an alternative to…

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Six trends impacting the global automotive plastics market in the new decade

BASPAR/ IRANPOLYMER Plastics have improved the performance, structure and safety of automobiles, and they are a major contributor to lightweighting and, thus, enable fuel efficiency and a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. Consequently, the automotive plastics market has emerged as…

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New blends from FKuR yield strong but thin films

New technology has been developed by bioplastics producer FKuR that allows for thinner films, making it possible to save on material with zero loss of performance.

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