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𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐮𝐏𝐨𝐧𝐭™ 𝐀𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐝𝐬 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬, 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐊𝐞𝐯𝐥𝐚𝐫® 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐱® 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬

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Arclin, a global materials science company, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of #DuPont’s Aramids business, including the renowned Kevlar® and Nomex® brands, for approximately $1.8 billion. The transaction marks a transformational milestone for Arclin, significantly expanding its scale, capabilities, and presence across life-critical industries. Arclin is a portfolio company of an affiliate of TJC, L.P. “Kevlar® and Nomex® are the gold standard in their respective industries, and we are very excited to incorporate the Aramids platform into Arclin’s broader material science portfolio. This acquisition strategically strengthens Arclin’s operational and geographic footprint,” said Mark Glaspey, Arclin’s President. “With established manufacturing operations in Europe and Asia and ~1,800 new team members around the world, we are focused on operational continuity from day one while investing in manufacturing capabilities and innovation to support long-term growth. W...

𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗬𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗗𝗘𝟭𝟮 𝗪𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗘 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗨𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗘

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𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗬𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗗𝗘𝟭𝟮 𝗪𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗘 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗨𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗘 My client, a highly reputable and long-established industry participant based in Europe, is currently seeking to establish commercial engagements with qualified European buyers for the following materials: 𝐏𝐀𝟏𝟐 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 – 𝟏𝟎 𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐀𝟏𝟐 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 (𝐏𝐀𝟏𝟐, 𝐄𝐕𝐎𝐇, 𝐀𝐃𝐇, 𝐏𝐀𝟔 – 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬) – 𝟒𝟎 𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 We welcome expressions of interest from qualified and credible organizations looking to establish long-term, mutually beneficial supply arrangements. To ensure complete transparency and build confidence, on-site inspections in Europe can be arranged upon request. If your organization is interested in exploring this opportunity or would like to receive a detailed quotation, please feel free to connect with me via direct message. #Recycling #Polymer #PA12 #EuropeMarket

𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐥 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐬 𝐚 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞-𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬

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  Exel Composites has developed a new non‑halogenated fire-rated composite material that meets key European building standards and has been validated through independent third-party testing in France and the UK. The new material responds to rising demand from European building and infrastructure customers who wish to meet strict fire safety standards.   The material has been tested in accordance with EN 13501‑1, achieving a Euroclass B‑s2, d0 reaction‑to‑fire classification. British and French laboratories carried out independent third-party testing, both are recognized providers of fire testing services for the construction industry. The testing found that the materials made a limited contribution to fire and had low smoke production and no flaming droplets.  The material also meets EN 13706 mechanical p...

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀: 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗞𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻™ 𝗣𝗘𝗘𝗞

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Not every application demands advanced high-performance polymers, but when it does, compromise isn’t an option. In industries where heat, wear, chemical exposure, and tight tolerances intersect, material selection directly impacts reliability, uptime, and safety. That’s where Ketron™ PEEK stands apart. Designed for the most demanding environments, Ketron™ PEEK offers a rare combination of mechanical strength, thermal stability, and chemical resistance, making it a trusted solution across aerospace, semiconductor, oil & gas, and industrial markets. Fast Facts — What You Need to Know Continuous use temperatures up to 480°F (250°C) Excellent chemical resistance, even in harsh environments High strength and stiffness compared to many engineering plastics Low moisture absorption for superior dimensional stability Outstanding wear and fatigue resistance Available in multiple grades for application-specific performance Engineered for Extreme Environments Ketron™ PE...

𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲'𝐬 𝐊𝐍𝐎𝐖𝐋𝐄𝐃𝐆𝐄 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 : Extrusion Series Part 2: It’s Not Just the Screw but the Tuning Behind It

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  𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲'𝐬 𝐊𝐍𝐎𝐖𝐋𝐄𝐃𝐆𝐄 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 ⚙️ Extrusion Series Part 2: It’s Not Just the Screw but the Tuning Behind It Now we go inside the barrel where geometry, pressure, & patience decide whether your polymer flows clean or fights back. The screw isn’t just a spiral that pushes pellets forward. It’s the heart of the process, shaping how the material melts, mixes, builds pressure long before it reaches the crosshead. And like any engine, it needs the right tuning for the fuel you’re feeding it. ▪️ Screw Design — The Compression Game Every screw has three zones: feed, compression, and metering. What separates one from another is the compression ratio (CR) — how steeply it squeezes and melts the polymer. High-Compression Screws (≈ 3 – 3.5 : 1) Ideal for XLPE and clean PE compounds. Stronger shear and pressure promote fast, uniform melting. Great for ensuring a consistent, gel-free melt before crosslinking starts. But run it with heat-sensitive materials, and that same shear...

Avient Supports Resia Manufacturing to Create Prefabricated, Modular Components for Multi-Family Housing

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  Avient Corporation, an innovator of materials solutions, is pleased to announce a successful collaboration with its valued customer, Resia, a vertically integrated real estate company that specializes in developing, building, and managing multifamily communities, and through its #ResiaManufacturing (RM) subsidiary, specializes in the fabrication of bathroom and #kitchenpods for modular construction across the United States. Using their Resia Production System (RPS) along with their patent-pending panel system, RM produces high-quality, fully assembled, ready-to-install kitchen and bathroom components for residential buildings. Their cutting-edge HybridFabrication process enables highly efficient production of components, complete with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, from their 252,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Fairburn, Georgia. The completed components are then transported to construction sites, where they are installed exponentially faster than with ...