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Muthuramalingam Krishnan
Today's KNOWLEDGE Share Lubrizol announces the expansion of its bio-based thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) portfolio for adhesives with the addition of Pearlbond™ ECO 590 HMS TPU for hot-melt adhesives (HMAs). Renewable Sourced High-performing Resin: The high-performing resin from a renewable source can be applied by adhesive formulators or designers in furniture, edge banding, electronics, hot-melt film, textile lamination, seam tape, footwear, and transportation. Pearlbond™ ECO 590 HMS TPU is a fast-setting solution with good adhesion properties for applications that require a toluene-free and more environmentally friendly alternative, as well as high temperature and hydrolysis resistance. In addition, it is designed for improved processability (versus previous existing solutions in HMAs) and has wide wettability. “The high thermoplasticity of this new grade and the fact that it can be processed by extrusion, makes all the difference from previous bio-based HMA polymers available in the market,” said MariaJosep Riba, global sustainability manager for Lubrizol Engineered Polymers. “In addition, it is a bio-based resin with high bio content, up to 59%, which makes it the ideal choice going forward if you are looking for performance and carbon footprint reduction.” The expansion of our Bio TPU solutions, commercialized as Estane® and Pearlbond™ ECO TPU, supports the acceleration of Lubrizol’s global sustainability journey. This journey is based on three strong pillars, including Bio TPU, biomass balanced, and post-industrial recycled TPUs. source:Lubrizol/adhesives.specialchem.com https://lnkd.in/gx5MZmsZ
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Plastics Decorating Magazine
PLASTICS (Plastics Industry Association), has released “The US Plastics Industry in 2023 in Seven Charts,” a recap of the plastics industry 2023 economic performance, authored by Dr. Perc Pineda, chief economist. Pineda wrote, “Assessing the plastics industry landscape in 2023 reveals a year marked with nuanced shifts across various sectors. From the fluctuations in production levels and shipments to the intricate interplay between labor constraints and export dynamics, the plastics industry encountered challenges and opportunities.” Read the full report at https://lnkd.in/gsKbqEJR #PlasticsDecoratingMagazine
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Rayyan Islam
🚨 Boom! 8090 Industries portfolio company Circ® reaches a massive milestone with global copolyster producer Selenis Specialty Polyester Solutions - successfully making rPET chips from polycotton textile waste. This is a giant step toward an offtake partnership to support @Circ's industrial facility. Typical circular economy solutions are built predicated on the 'feel good', fluffiness and goodwill of customers or the government. At 8090 Industries, we knew that to truly build a dominant, scaled circular economy on a global basis we wanted to partner with the type of company exploiting the sheer greed of corporates. Put simply, if Rockefeller was alive today, how would he build the enduring textile recycling juggernaut? Peter Majeranowski Luke Henning Conor Hartman and the entire Circ® team are today's peerless Rockefeller like industrialists for textiles, fundamentally delivering materials using textile waste, cheaper than raw materials today. This sheer capitalistic approach is the reason they've galvanized not only Selenis Specialty Polyester Solutions but fashion giants like Inditex, Zara, Patagonia Far Eastern Group and many many more as customers, partners and investors. cc Kerem Ozmen Wes Mendenhall Filip Vurdelja Haluk Sabanci Dincer Grant Brown Ishan Meswani Garuth A. Andrew Irwin
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The Coatings Group
The global coatings resins market is forecasted to increase from $53.7 billion to $97.3 billion by 2035, with a growth rate of 5.9%. These resins play a vital role in sectors like automotive and construction by enhancing coating durability and performance. The market is being driven by advancements in environmentally friendly and advanced resin formulations, supporting sustainability objectives despite challenges such as fluctuating raw material costs and stringent regulations. Leading companies like DSM and BASF are leading the way with strategic investments in sustainable and high-performance solutions. Explore further insights on the trends in the coatings resins market: https://lnkd.in/gmK-ZAvm #CoatingsIndustry #Coatings #Resins
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The Nonwovens Institute
The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) will host its Spring Industrial Advisory Board (IAB) meeting May 14-16, 2024, on the Centennial Campus of North Carolina State University in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA. The IAB is the vehicle through which NWI member organizations engage with the Institute’s leadership, faculty, staff and students. The semi-annual meeting will feature a variety of activities, including a review of NWI's bold strategic plan for the future, the consortium fundamental research portfolio, student poster presentations, student awards, and a meeting of NWI's Executive Committee. Members will also have the opportunity to determine the next round of NWI research proposals to be funded. Finally, this members-only meeting will include tours of NWI’s extensive facilities and plenty of networking opportunities for students, faculty and nonwovens industry leaders to get to know each other and discuss the important issues facing our industry today. For more information about NWI member benefits, including our semi-annual IAB meeting, please visit https://bit.ly/3Ub9B9S or email us at nonwovens@ncsu.edu. We look forward to engaging with you. Based at the Centennial Campus of North Carolina State University, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) is a consortium of stakeholders spanning the breadth of the nonwovens value chain. Operating on an “Open Innovation” platform and covering the full Technology Readiness Level (TRL) range, NWI engages industry, government and academia to enable next-generation nonwoven solutions to mission-critical challenges. thenonwovensinstitute.com
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MarFlex Group
Atif Nawaz Mughal, Director of MarFlex Group, spoke to " Forman Management Review" to share innovative and future plans for dilemma of government policies on plastics industry. He said, " We have a significant opportunity to leverage advanced plastics as sustainable alternatives to traditional materials and minimizing environmental impact. However, the challenge lies in focusing solely on banning plastic manufacturing." He said, " We need to raise awareness and I have argued that we can save precious forex of upto $1bn with import of recyclable plastic instead of virgin material. This approach would not only address environmental concerns but also unlock economic benefits." Read his article below to explore this topic further. #recycling #plastic #polymer #plasticmanufacturing
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The Nonwovens Institute
The Nonwovens Institute's (NWI's) Spring 2024 Industrial Advisory Board (IAB) meeting has adjourned following three days of activities focused on advancing the Institute’s industry-selected fundamental nonwovens research portfolio. The event, presented May 14-16 from the Centennial Campus of North Carolina State University, featured learning and interaction with stakeholders from industry, government and academia joining together to consider 19 graduate student research presentations and 25 posters addressing current and future challenges and opportunities in nonwovens. The IAB is a semi-annual event where NWI’s member organizations convene to interact and provide guidance to graduate students and faculty who are leading projects through the Institute’s nonwovens research program. The meeting is a forum for a candid discussion of the scientific significance of NWI’s current and prospective fundamental research initiatives. The IAB also provides a venue where student, faculty, government and industry researchers can remain apprised of emerging topics of importance to the nonwovens industry. “From sustainability to advanced filtration systems to biomaterials and artificial intelligence, the nonwovens industry is at a critical juncture, and the NWI consortium provides a vehicle for exploring these issues as they evolve,” said Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Ph.D., executive director of NWI. “The IAB meeting is an important gathering of the leading minds in our industry as they help shape the Institute’s research portfolio to ensure it is aligned with the needs of industry and government in facilitating knowledge creation and fundamental understanding around nonwovens applications and technology.” NWI thanks all who made time to attend the May 2024 IAB Meeting. For those who were not able to attend, please save the date for the Fall IAB Meeting, Nov. 5-7, Centennial Campus, NC State University. For a full recap of the Spring IAB Meeting, please visit https://bit.ly/3K5L7st. For more information about NWI membership and member benefits, please visit https://bit.ly/3sWraz8. #nonwovens #materialscience #research #membership
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Pierre Sarazin
John Richardson's article on plastics use is of great interest https://lnkd.in/ep22FSJU, and includes passages from a recent speech by Jim Fitterling, CEO of Dow, but I particularly want to discuss the data presented on global polymer demand. At a time when the fight against plastic pollution has been transformed into a trendy anti-plastics lobby supported by major funding (and therefore a source of revenue), the data from the ICIS Supply & Demand Database https://lnkd.in/eE2-6aPM what we perceive: the amount of plastic needed is going to increase sharply. And the main reasons are the standard of living of the world's population, which has soared, and I would add a thirst for unbridled over-consumption that is spreading to the entire population. Plastics contribute to this over-consumption, and certainly help it, but are not responsible for it! That's why trying to reduce the amount of plastic we use is naive, unless we address the general problem of our global consumption through a systemic approach based on complex thinking. In short, focusing on plastics alone won't solve our planet's environmental problems - in some cases, we're already seeing the effect of certain policies which, by replacing plastics with other materials, increase greenhouse gas emissions. Let's take a simple example of the famous soft ice cream at Costco Wholesale between California and Quebec. In California, a plastic cup and spoon are used. In Quebec, a cardboard cup that looks plastic-coated with a wooden spoon. In both cases, the cup and spoon end up in the trash, before going to a landfill in the best case scenario. The change in materials in Canada has not been accompanied by different end-of-life arrangements, nor by a change in practices, so I believe that the Canadian alternative today has the effect of producing more GHGs. #plastics #plasticdemand #sustainability
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Muthuramalingam Krishnan
Toyo Ink India to Boost Solvent-based Adhesives Production in Gujarat Toyo Ink India, a member of the Japan-based chemicals manufacturer artience group (formerly Toyo Ink Group), announces plans to expand its production capacity for solvent-based adhesives at its manufacturing site in Gujarat, India. Meet Market Demands: A new production facility will be built on-site at the Gujarat plant as part of the expansion to meet rising local demand. The plant is slated to begin operations in April 2026 and will help to boost the Gujarat site’s adhesive capacity by 3.5 times its current output. In 2014, Toyo Ink India began importing adhesives from Japan and selling them to the local market for automotive interiors and has over the years expanded applications to home appliances and labels. In December 2021, a production operation was established in India, Gujarat, enabling the company to more promptly respond to customer needs and to further grow its business. As demand from these markets grew, the capacity for adhesive production became tight, leading to the decision to further invest in production to support current and future growth. Expansion Strategy in Growing Indian Market: India ranks fifth in the world’s GDP rankings in 2024 and is expected to jump to the second spot in 20 years’ time. Accordingly, industrial adhesive demand in the country is projected to rise due to growing sales of new automobiles as a result of urbanization and a shift to nuclear families, as well as the rapid growth of consumer electronics market. "Toyo Ink India is on track to become the top solvent-based adhesive manufacturer in India, with a targeted market share of 30% in 2026,” said Naotoshi Nakamura, chairman of Toyo Ink India. “In line with the artience group’s global strategy, we are working on expanding adhesives applications to the healthcare and other fields, while positioning India as an export hub to the Middle East and Africa, regions where economic growth is expected in the future.” Source: Toyo Ink/specialchem https://lnkd.in/giHPifYy
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Muthuramalingam Krishnan
Today's KNOWLEDGE Share Optical Plastic Vs Optical Glass Optical plastics and optical glass are the two mainstream materials for optical devices, each with unique characteristics and application advantages. First of all, from the perspective of material properties, the refractive index of optical plastics usually ranges from 1.42 to 1.69, the Abbe number ranges from 18.8 to 65.3, and the relative density ranges from 0.83 to 1.46g/cm³. In contrast, optical glass has a wider range of refractive index and dispersion, but optical plastics come at the expense of relatively low heat resistance, high moisture absorption, and a large coefficient of thermal expansion. Although optical plastics are relatively disadvantaged in some aspects, such as poor heat resistance and chemical stability, they have clear advantages. Optical plastics are lightweight and have strong impact resistance. Their relative density is only half that of glass, and their manufacturing and processing costs are far lower than 1/10 to 1/30 of optical glass. The impact resistance of optical plastic lenses is about 10 times that of glass, making it an ideal choice for scenarios that require high device weight and safety. In addition, optical plastics have good shape adaptability and can flexibly prepare complex shapes such as aspheric lenses, providing more possibilities for optical system design. However, optical plastics also have some limitations. It has relatively low heat resistance and may soften or deform in high temperature environments. The surface has relatively poor abrasion and chemical resistance and may require additional protective measures. In contrast, optical glass has higher heat resistance, better wear resistance and chemical stability. In practical applications, optical system designers need to choose optical plastics or optical glasses according to specific needs, or use them in clever combinations to achieve the best performance balance. For high-demand application scenarios, optical glass may be preferred, while in applications that emphasize lightweight and cost, optical plastics appear to be more competitive. source:nonicustomoptics.com https://lnkd.in/g-BfSjKT
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Research Bright Side
Pressure Sensitive Adhesives Market 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞:👉 https://lnkd.in/ddEChV4e Pressure sensitive adhesives market size was valued at USD 13.2 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 16.9 billion by 2027, growing at a cagr 5.1% from 2022 to 2027. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬:👇 ➡️ Henkel AG & Co. KGaA Schmitz (Germany) ➡️ Dow (US) ➡️ Avery Dennison (US) ➡️ H.B. Fuller Company | Brasil (US) ➡️ 3M (US), And So on...
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Ayming
#ExpertOpinion #Adhesive manufacturers face a myriad of challenges in innovation, from formulation complexities to environmental sustainability demands. Explore how systematic research and development can unlock solutions to these uncertainties while maximizing SR&ED tax credits for your company. Discover how SR&ED tax credits can fuel your innovation journey. Contact our #Taxcredits expert to discuss eligibility and start harnessing the financial advantages of your R&D efforts.
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The Nonwovens Institute
The Industrial Advisory Board of The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) elected new leaders for its Executive Committee during its recent semi-annual meeting. Mr. Joshua Weed has been elected as Chairperson of the Executive Committee. Mr. Weed leads R&D projects focused on product development and improved polymer processing as Lead Scientist and Technology Manager at NatureWorks in Plymouth, Minnesota, USA where he specializes in areas of polymer characterization, crystallization kinetics, and mathematical modeling. He has utilized these areas of expertise in his role as Industry Advisor for multiple graduate students in NWI’s industry-selected fundamental research program over the past five years. Previously, Mr. Weed served as Vice Chair of the Executive Committee. Dr. Bryan Haynes has been elected as Vice Chair of the Executive Committee. Dr. Haynes is the Senior Technical Director for Global Nonwovens at Kimberly-Clark Corporation in Roswell, Georgia, USA. In addition to his active role at NWI, Bryan has a technical leadership role at several universities in the southeastern United States and is the immediate past Chair for the Board of Directors for INDA, Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry. Dr. Haynes is also the Vice Chair of NWI’s Strategic Scientific Advisory Board, which manages NWI’s project portfolio to reflect the long-term research interests of the Institute and its member companies. Read more: https://bit.ly/3X9YjUS Based at the Centennial Campus of North Carolina State University, NWI is a consortium of stakeholders spanning the breadth of the nonwovens value chain. Operating on an “Open Innovation” platform and covering the full Technology Readiness Level (TRL) range, NWI engages industry, government and academia to enable next-generation nonwoven solutions to mission-critical challenges. NatureWorks is an advanced materials company offering a broad portfolio of renewably sourced polymers and chemicals. With performance and economics that compete with oil-based materials, naturally advanced Ingeo™ biomaterials are valued for their unique functional properties and used in applications from compostable rigid and flexible food packaging to hygiene products and 3D printing materials. NatureWorks is jointly owned by Thailand’s largest ASEAN leading integrated petrochemical and refining company, PTT Global Chemical, and Cargill, which provides food, agriculture, financial and industrial products and services to the world. Kimberly-Clark and its trusted brands are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries. Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an understanding of people's most essential needs, the company creates products that help individuals experience more of what's important to them. The company uses sustainable practices that support a healthy planet, build stronger communities, and ensure the business thrives for decades to come.
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Plastics Business Magazine
Recently, #PlasticsBusinessMagazine released MAPP’s 24th annual State of the Plastics Industry Report which aims to explore the status of fourth-quarter momentum in the US plastics industry from 2023, and how it can be analyzed to forecast growth and success going into 2024. Read the full article at https://lnkd.in/ghYkva4u
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Steve ( Stephen ) Friedewald
ACC anticipate output of basic chemicals in the U.S. to rise 2.5% in 2024 with gains in petrochemicals and organic intermediates, inorganic chemicals, and plastic resins. Plastic resins output will continue to grow, up 2.9% in 2024, in part due to stronger exports. Specialty chemical output is also expected to rise in 2024, though at a more modest 0.4% reflecting the slow recovery in end-use markets. Output of agricultural chemicals is expected to rise 2.6% with gains in both fertilizers and crop protection chemicals. Production of consumer products which grew strongly last year will continue to expand at a slower 2.5% this year. In 2025, we expect both basic specialty chemical output to rise by 2.1%. Agricultural chemicals and consumer products will also continue to expand by 0.9% and 1.5% respectively. The longer-term outlook for U.S. chemistry is positive with the natural gas liquids feedstock advantage continuing to favor U.S. production for the foreseeable future. Capacity expansions in customer industries motivated by recent legislation (e.g., IRA, IIJA, CHIPS) will create demand for U.S. chemistry. In addition, shortening of supply chains and the impact of Section 301 tariffs have motivated new investment in Mexico and the re-/near-shoring of manufacturing that will strengthen the North American manufacturing base. Because Mexico and Canada are the industry’s largest trading partners, expansion in Mexican manufacturing bodes well for U.S. chemical.
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Scott Francis
Mark Hyman, PhD, president of Alliance Finishing & Mfg set out to create a new approach to #platingonplastics based on four goals: the approach should be environmentally friendly, there should be a visual indication of success, it should be waste treatable, and it would not rely on precious metals. Read about #GreenPOP, an adhesional #pretreatment technology for #electroplating on #plastics and #composites parts, in the following feature story from Products Finishing: https://lnkd.in/dNj3EgR8
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