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#Evonik , together with the #EgesilKimya team, has reached a key milestone in its sustainability journey by obtaining #ISCCPlus certification for its #precipitatedsilica plant in Adapazarı, Turkey - its first certified silica site in the EMEA region. With this certification in place, the site has now begun commercial production of #ULTRASIL®eCO , Evonik’s circular silica based on recognized mass balance standards. ULTRASIL® eCO expands Evonik’s global portfolio of certified circular silica solutions and enables tire and rubber manufacturers to make their value chains more sustainable by incorporating verified circular content - without compromising performance. “With ULTRASIL® eCO, we are delivering regional circular silica solutions at scale. The ISCC Plus certification of our Adapazarı site strengthens the resilience and sustainability of our global silica network,” says Anna Kunze, Global Marketing Director Tire at Evonik’s Smart Effects business line. “This milestone demonstrate...

𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲'𝐬 𝐊𝐍𝐎𝐖𝐋𝐄𝐃𝐆𝐄 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐔𝐕 – 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐯𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 UV radiation damages polymers, causing yellowing and loss of clarity. Anti-UV masterbatches protect materials by blocking and stabilizing UV light, extending product life. The untreated film (left) shows degradation, while the treated one (right) stays clear and durable. HALS stabilizers and benzophenone absorbers are key additives for greenhouse, packaging, and outdoor films. source : Polimerizze Technology

Mitsubishi Chemical is proud to announce it has extended its collaboration with #Audi through the selection of #DURABIO™ for the door switch inserts in the new Audi Q3, which was launched in October 2025. This milestone marks the debut of DURABIO™ in an Audi interior application. The new #doorswitchpanel – crafted from a single DURABIO™ molded component – offers significant improvements in manufacturing efficiency, design flexibility, and environmental performance. Developed by #MitsubishiChemical , DURABIO™ is a partially #biobased engineering polymer derived from #isosorbide . Thanks to the addition of bio-based material, it significantly reduces the consumption of fossil fuel-based materials. The elimination of painting processes minimizes #CO₂emissions , waste, and VOCs. With superior resistance to weathering, impacts, and scratches, DURABIO™ is ideally suited for high-quality #interiorapplications that demand both aesthetic excellence and durability. The switch panel, designe...

Evonik will implement further structural and #costcutting measures in the coming years to drive forward the company’s transformation. "The global political situation remains uncertain, and economic growth is persistently weak. At the same time, international competition is becoming increasingly fierce," says Chief Executive Officer Christian Kullmann. "We must become stronger in this environment. Our fate is in our own hands, and we are determined to seize our opportunities. The measures agreed upon by the Executive Board and employee representatives affect all business and administrative units worldwide. A total of #3200jobs will be eliminated, including 2,150 positions in Germany. This measure will run from 2027 to the end of 2029. Evonik sees considerable potential for this through increased efficiency, digitalization, and outsourcing. In addition, options for offshoring are being examined. As part of the ongoing " #EvonikTailorMade " Group program and eff...

Making the EV battery pack a structural component of the vehicle has placed unprecedented demands on joining technologies. As engineers strive to increase energy density, manage thermal loads, and ensure crashworthiness, the limitations of traditional welding and mechanical fasteners become increasingly apparent, writes Peter Donaldson. Adhesive bonding has emerged as a critical enabling technology, and the combination of Parker Lord 5206 acrylic adhesive and LORD Accelerator 55GB is specifically engineered to meet the challenges of battery enclosure manufacturing. Today's battery enclosures often combine aluminium frames with steel mounting brackets, both with a variety of surface finishes and coatings. A common concern is whether an adhesive can reliably bond this mix of metals without extensive preparation - a capability that streamlines the assembly process by eliminating costly steps. According to adhesives engineer and Parker Lord business development manager Eric Wyman, the ...

As the packaging industry accelerates toward circularity, one challenge continues to stand in the way: retort pouches made from multi-material composite films. While these laminates offer excellent barrier and heat-resistance performance, they are nearly impossible to recycle, creating a major roadblock for brands aiming to reduce waste and meet strict sustainability targets. To solve this, Japan Polypropylene Corporation has developed advanced PP base and sealant layers that enable true mono-material polypropylene retort pouches offering both performance and the potential for recycling in a single, streamlined structure. This innovation pairs a functionalized heat-resistant BOPP layer with a new low-temperature sealing CPP layer, delivering the durability, barrier strength, and sealing integrity needed for retort processing while supporting circular economy goals. The benefits are clear: - Significantly improved potential for recycling, replacing multi-material composites with an all-...