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Today's KNOWLEDGE Share Perpetuus Advanced Materials introduces the first in its range of proprietary nano engineered graphene-enhanced masterbatch compounds, initially formulated specifically for the field of commercial, passenger and industrial tire manufacturing sectors. The initial offering will be broadened to include other polymer/elastomer masterbatches suitable for industries such as hoses, seals, gaskets, V-belts, conveyor belts, etc. Using its environmentally friendly, plasma treatment process, Perpetuus graphenes are integrated into the masterbatch. The resultant masterbatch is now available in industrial quantities, allowing tire manufacturers to integrate this breakthrough material into their existing production processes. Perpetuus’s unique graphene manufacturing process is environmentally safe by avoiding traditional wet acid, solvent, or surfactant treatments, eliminating the need for energy-intensive drying steps and the associated disposal of post-production toxic...

  Today's KNOWLEDGE Share NatureWorks announces the launch of Ingeo 3D300, the company’s newest specially engineered 3D printing grade. Designed for faster printing without compromising quality, Ingeo 3D300 sets a new benchmark in additive manufacturing by offering enhanced efficiency and exceptional performance. Ingeo 3D300 delivers faster print speeds while maintaining excellent surface finish and detail, significantly reducing print time and overall production costs. Whether used for prototyping, functional parts, or creative designs, this faster printing grade provides unparalleled consistency and accuracy, enabling users to meet demanding deadlines without sacrificing quality. Key Benefits of Ingeo 3D300: Fast speed : Printing up to 300 millimeters per second consistently in its neat form, Ingeo 3D300 ensures rapid production without requiring any performance-enhancing additives. Print clarity : The material’s optimal transparency simplifies coloring and color m...

Today's KNOWLEDGE Share Nan Ya Plastics and Taiwan Mitsui Chemicals Launch Market Development Efforts Focused on Biomass-Based Plastic Products Today announced that they have embarked on efforts to develop the market for biomass-based plastic products. Under this initiative, NPC will procure biomass-based acetone produced by Mitsui Chemicals and use it to manufacture biomass-derived bisphenol A (BPA) in Taiwan. 1. Efforts to develop the market for biomass-feedstock-based plastics In August 2024, Taiwan Mitsui Chemicals acquired certification under the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS system for certifying sustainable products. Using the mass balance system*1 based on this certification, the company began supplying the Taiwanese market with biomass-derived materials in January 2025.   Having also acquired ISCC PLUS certification in September 2024, leading Taiwanese materials manufacturer NPC will procure biomass feedstocks from Taiwan Mitsui Che...

Today's KNOWLEDGE Share Covestro unveils Autentium®: an innovative step towards the future of currency printing The first polymer banknotes made their debut in the late 1980s. They reformed cash transactions with their modern design, allowing for new security features that were impossible with paper. Over time, countries such as Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom have fully transitioned to polymer banknotes as their primary currency medium. Despite this progress, most banknotes worldwide are still made from paper and cotton composites, materials with inherent limitations such as a comparable short lifecycle and limited recyclability. In response to the growing demand for sustainable solutions in currency printing, Covestro is introducing Autentium ® , an innovative polymeric printing substrate. Designed exclusively for currency printing applications like banknotes, Autentium ®  combines cutting-edge anti-counterfeiting technology with a recyclable mono-material design. ...

COST; a Roadblock to Renewable Plastics Growth-Misunderstood & DeMystified Since the society really cares for the "Climate/Environment/Sustainability", we need to transition quickly to “BioBased” and “Molecular Recyling Technologies” that lead to Virgin Plastics.Reason for a slow adoption of Green-Plastics is the Cost. Coca-Cola’s CEO James Quincey: "I think we're in danger of exaggerating the impact of the 25% increase in the aluminum price relative to the total system," he said on the company's earnings call-FEB 2025. "It's not insignificant, but it's not going to radically change a multibillion dollar U.S. business, and packaging is only a small component of the total cost structure." Thank you, James Quincey, for supporting our long-held opinion! Note this is on top of 25% food inflation over the last 3 years in the US where economy is still red-hot. While at SPE-Polyolefins, February 18th, we presented our case that the cost to the...

Today's KNOWLEDGE Share 𝗡𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗗𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻’𝘀 𝗔𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘂™ 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗻? ✴️ Developed by the company’s R&D team, this proprietary material is designed for 𝗗𝗟𝗣 and 𝗦𝗟𝗔 3D printers, delivering several unique advantages: ATARU is engineered for exceptional high temperature resistance and durability. ATARU also delivers excellent surface quality along with incredibly low dielectric loss. 🔷 High thermal performance and durability 🔷 High impact strength 🔷 Ultra-low loss 🔷 Excellent surface quality 🔷 Fast processing Ideal for the following Applications: 🔷 Injection Molding 🔷 Molding under high pressure & temperature (carbon fiber molding) 🔷 Tooling & fixtures 🔷 Serial production (high speed curing time) 🔷 Radio frequency RF (antenna) These attributes make Ataru™ a versatile material for industries such as electronics, aerospace, and automotive, where high-performance and reliability are critical. Download the Ataru™ datasheet - https://lnkd.in/e5W3gT3k so...

Today's KNOWLEDGE Share LG Chem Accelerates Commercial Production of 100% Plant-Based Acrylic Acid LG Chem is entering the global market with eco-friendly raw materials derived from vegetable oils. The company announced on the 13th Feb 2025 that it will commence the production of bio-acrylic acid in the second quarter of this year. Production capacity shall ramp up to 100 metric tons (MT) of prototype annually.   Bio-acrylic acid can be applied to various materials, including cosmetic ingredients that directly contact the skin, super absorbent polymers (SAP) for diapers, adhesives for electronics and vehicles, coating materials, and eco-friendly paints. Although attempts to develop bio-acrylic acid technology have been made worldwide, none have reached commercialization until now.   LG Chem's bio-acrylic acid is made from 3-Hydroxypropionic acid (3HP), produced by microbial fermentation of plant-based raw materials. The product retains the same molecular structure and pro...

Today's KNOWLEDGE Share SCIENTISTS SYNTHESIZE 2D POLYANILINE CRYSTAL WITH UNIQUE METALLIC OUT-OF-PLANE CONDUCTIVITY In a recent study published in Nature, an international team of researchers has developed a groundbreaking two-dimensional conducting polymer polyaniline (2DPANI) that exhibits exceptional electrical conductivity and metallic charge transport behavior. Unlike conventional conducting polymers, which show strong conduction along polymer chains but suffer from poor interchain/interlayer conductivity, 2DPANI overcomes these limitations with its unique crystal structure, enabling efficient electron flow both within and across its layers. Conducting polymers such as polyaniline, polythiophene, and polypyrrole are renowned for their excellent electrical conductivity and have emerged as promising low-cost, lightweight, and flexible alternatives to traditional semiconductors and metals. The significance of these materials was cemented in 2000 when the Nobel Prize in Chemistry ...

Today's KNOWLEDGE Share  ARAMINOLIC RESIN: “This thermosetting araminolic resin is designed to replace phenol-formaldehyde resins currently used in adhesives and composites. Its performance is the same, with interesting properties in terms of moisture resistance, rigidity and mechanical strength. In order to prepare for a revolution in composite materials, MICHELIN ResiCare teams are currently developing new resins without SVHC, without styrene, formaldehyde, bisphenols nor isocyanates. Michelin Araminolic resin can be 100% biobased.  These resins are all plug-and-play with the key composite processes: Compression molding Contact lamination Infusion molding Molding of pre-impregnated The intrinsic thermal, fire and mecanical resistance properties of Michelin araminolic resin makes it possible to meet the safety and normative requirements of many areas (transportation, automotive, aeronautics, space and defense). In addition, the possibility of...