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Sabic is introducing #UltemSU3102P reactive oligomer, a breakthrough toughening agent for #thermosetcomposites that promises to reshape aerospace manufacturing. The novel #polyetherimide (PEI) oligomer is designed for primary and secondary #aerospacestructures , including #wings , #fuselageframes , #spoilers , and interior components, delivering unprecedented formulation freedom without compromising processability. The Gold winner of the 2026 Edison Awards addresses critical industry challenges as air traffic surges worldwide. As global air traffic increases significantly with more passengers and cargo, the industry faces pressure to build capacity and throughput within its existing footprint, while still meeting cost, safety, and sustainability goals," said Sergi Monros, vice president, Sabic Polymers, Specialties BU. "Our new Ultem oligomer can help designers create lighter, thinner, and tougher composite structures, increase manufacturing efficiency, and cut emissions. ...

  𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲'𝐬 𝐊𝐍𝐎𝐖𝐋𝐄𝐃𝐆𝐄 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝟏. 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 Choosing the right material is key to product performance, safety, and sustainability. At SCSplastic, we work closely with trusted material suppliers to ensure the best fit for each application—whether for medical devices, home appliances, or food-contact products. Key Considerations: 🔹 Medical Devices – Biocompatibility, sterilization resistance (ISO/FDA). 🔹 Home Appliances – Heat resistance, impact strength, long-term durability. 🔹 Food-Contact – BPA-free, non-toxic, compliant with EU/FDA standards. ✅ Sustainable Choices Companies are shifting toward eco-friendly alternatives without compromising quality: 🌱 Bio-Based PLA – Ideal for biodegradable food packaging. ♻ Recycled PET (rPET) – Strong, durable, and reduces plastic waste. 🌿...

  𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭+𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐅𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐞™ 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐥(Business & Infrastructure category). This award represents an important additional recognition from the industry, reinforcing FlexiCore’s value proposition and further supporting its progression toward production and broader adoption. The FlexiCore solution replaces traditional rubber vehicle body seals with metal carrier components by an ecofriendly, lightweight, 100% thermoplastic seal that is fully recyclable and reduces application weight by up to 44%. We’re thrilled to see Santoprene™ TPV enable lightweight, recyclable sealing solutions without compromising durability and performance. As the image shows, this material sees use in dynamic and semi-dynamic weather seals on vehicles manufacturers around the world. source : Celanese...

Braskem delivers scalable circular solutions that strengthen the packaging value chain and advance a lower-carbon future. Braskem the largest polyolefins producer in the Americas, as well as a global market leader and pioneer producer of #biopolymers on an industrial scale, will be at interpack 2026 in hall 9, booth A32, presenting #packaging solutions made from bio-based, recycled and traditional #polyolefins , enabling circular plastics, end-to-end. At interpack, Braskem will highlight I'm green TM   #biobasedpolyethylene grades specifically engineered for food-contact applications, as well as Medcol V7040, a new grade for Healthcare and Hygiene. These innovations mark the first time Braskem has offered sustainably sourced #sugarcanederivedplastics for these segments.   In an environment where packaging decisions are increasingly evaluated on both sustainability ambitions and business impact, Braskem positions itself as a materials partner offering multipl...