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  • PET Value Chain: Transitioning from Linear to Circular

    PET Value Chain: Transitioning from Linear to Circular

    Ackling the challenges associated with a globalised circular economy

    13 — 14 March 2018 // NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
    Has your PET or R-PET business been feeling the pinch? Have market conditions and competition had a negative effect on profits?

    With the circular economy set to shape the future of the PET and wider plastics industry, leading companies and members of the PET industry are eager to find out how best to change their strategy in this era of notable change. With the agenda covering hot topics in the media surrounding ocean waste, 100% recycled material in brands and China’s R-PET import bans, the 2018 ICIS event will guide producers, traders, converters, end-users and recyclers to make smart decisions in what is set to be one of the industry’s most challenging transition periods to date.

    With a globalised system and PET and R-PET regulations continually evolving across the board, March is the perfect time for you to join ICIS experts and your peers alike, to discuss market trends, technological advances and the challenges ahead for 2018 and beyond.

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  • Addivant Expands Antioxidant Production Capacity at Morgantown Site

    Addivant Expands Antioxidant Production Capacity at Morgantown Site

    Addivant has announced that it has expanded production capacity by over 40% for its high-performance antioxidant ULTRANOX® 626 at the company’s Morgantown, W. Va. plant.

    ULTRANOX® 626

    • ULTRANOX® 626 is a high-performance, organophosphite antioxidant used in a wide variety of polymers including polyolefins, elastomers, and engineering plastics.
    • ULTRANOX®626 has a higher phosphorus concentration than traditional phosphite antioxidants.
    • It can therefore be used at a lower concentration, resulting in low migration and low volatile-content plastics, which are major requirements of the packaged food and automotive markets.
    • Additionally, Addivant is pursuing the extension of global food-contact approvals for ULTRANOX® 626, allowing for broader use in food packaging.

    In this same context, Addivant announced earlier this year the completion of a three-fold expansion of its polyethylene and elastomer food-contact antioxidant WESTON® 705, reinforcing its commitment to the polymer industry.

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  • That was the COMPOSITES EUROPE 2017 in Stuttgart

    That was the COMPOSITES EUROPE 2017 in Stuttgart

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    All information about COMPOSITES EUROPE 2017 can be found here.

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  • The 13th ICIS World Olefins Conference

    The 13th ICIS World Olefins Conference

    Investing in the future: Assessing the implications of new capacity on the global olefins market

    7 March 2018 // Barcelona, Spain

    After many years of discussion, the last quarter of 2017 will see new ethylene capacity coming on stream following a massive investment push in the US market. However, what will the consequences be of this new capacity on the global market and what implications will this have on future developments and investments in the region? With a second wave of US cracker expansion expected and with upcoming projects in the Middle East, is your business ready for what comes next?

    This event will once again bring together the global players from the olefins value chain to discuss the latest developments in the market and to ensure that you have all the necessary information and connections to drive your business forward.

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  • Project Partners Develop FR-incorporated Natural Fiber-reinforced Plastics

    Project Partners Develop FR-incorporated Natural Fiber-reinforced Plastics

    In the construction sector, in the automotive sector and in the electrical industry, biogenic composites have hitherto been closed to many possible uses because they do not meet the statutory requirements for fire protection. This is partly due to the fact that a suitable flame retardancy of biogenic composite materials is difficult and that there are hardly any biogenic flame retardants.

    Biogenic Flame Retardants

    Against this background, the Institute for Innovation, Transfer and Consulting gGmbH (ITB) and the Bio-Composites And More GmbH (BAM) in cooperation with other companies have set themselves the task of finding biogenic flame retardants and incorporating them into natural fiber-reinforced plastics the highest fire classification for plastics (UL 94 V-0) is met.

    As a biogenic flame retardant, the project partners have used a product that is already available on the market, both in powder and in liquid form. Hemp fibers, rye straw and wood flour were used as natural fibers. The thermosetting matrix is based on a linseed oil-based epoxy resin.

    Good flame retardancy was achieved after successful encapsulation of the solid flame retardant, but at the same time there was damage to the fibers. The changes in the flame retardant formulation have reduced this damage. Ultimately, the project partners were able to equip a composite of natural fibers and a predominantly biogenic, thermosetting resin system with a biogenic flame retardant. From this semi-finished product, they were able to produce molded parts for fluorescent tubes that meet the legal fire protection requirements.

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  • ICIS Training

    ICIS Training

    Helping you navigate the petrochemical, polymer and surfactant markets

    ICIS has developed a series of training courses, to provide industry players with the information and understanding they need to navigate global chemical markets with confidence.

    Designed and led by ICIS experts, with the support of prestigious market leaders, these courses offer fundamental insights into the workings of key industries.

    We provide training in the following areas:

    Petrochemicals Training

    Our petrochemicals training series comprises of 3 courses, catering to the needs of both new entrants to the market, and participants looking to enhance their understanding of this complex industry. Exploring supply chain relationships, feedstocks, pricing, and the impact of recent developments, ICIS training offers essential insights into global petrochemicals.

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    Polymers Training

    A two-day interactive course, The Fundamentals of Polymers is designed to give delegates a comprehensive understanding of both the commercial and technical aspects of polymers. As well as covering the basics, the course explores the impact of recent developments on the polymers industry, and how it affects your business.

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    Surfactants Training

    The Surfactant Business Essentials provides key insights into this fast-evolving industry, looking at the types of surfactants, the value chain, price drivers and supply chain relationships. This is a non-technical course focused on the business basics, to help you understand how global surfactants markets function.

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    Base Oils Training

    Attend our base oils training course series to get a better understanding of different base oils processing technologies, how products are produced and used, and what lies ahead for the global oil, refined products and base oils markets. View our training course series for base oils below: read more >>

    Specialist Training

    Our speciality training courses offer deeper insights into the chemical, energy and fertilizer markets, focusing on key principles and the skills needed to navigate them successfully. From hedging and channel management to advanced purchasing skills, ICIS training enables delegates to make better decisions, with a clear understanding of the fundamentals driving the industry.

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  • Rapid Prototyping of Plastics: Process & Material Selection

    Rapid Prototyping of Plastics: Process & Material Selection

    Why should you attend?

    Be it improving time to market or making parts that don’t seem practically possible, the solution lies in rapid prototyping of plastics! But the selection of the right prototyping process is not simple, considering the limitations w.r.t. plastic material options.

    Also, the intended use of the prototype (product testing, form & fit model, marketing sample…) plays a key role in selection. Join this course and:

      1. Get a detailed overview of the array of prototyping methodologies(stereolithography, FDM, SLS, vacuum forming…) and understand their pros & cons
      1.  Select the right combination of process & plastic material depending on intended end use, market application & available material choices with guidance from Paul Mastro
    1.  Scale-up to production quantities faster by making better decisions w.r.t. prototyping options (quality & cost considerations) for your plastics developmen

    Who should attend?

    Product managers, design engineers, and manufacturing engineers looking to improve time to market and make plastic parts that are not practically possible any other way or scale up to production quantities using prototyping options

    Course Outline

    1. Introduction to Prototyping

    2. Additive and Subtractive Manufacturing

    3. Traditional Prototyping – Machining, Casting, Fabricating, Vacuum Forming

    4. Stereolithography, Fused Deposition Modeling, Selective Laser Sintering

    5. Plastic Materials Available for Prototyping

    6. Other Prototyping Options

    7. Rapid Tooling via 3D Printing

    8. Current Developments in Equipment and Materials

    9. 30 Mins Q&A— Ask your questions directly to the expert !

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  • Long Lasting TPO Roofing membranes with Chimassorb® 2020 Light Stabilizer

    Long Lasting TPO Roofing membranes with Chimassorb® 2020 Light Stabilizer

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  • Petrochemicals Training Course Series

    Petrochemicals Training Course Series

    Global petrochemical markets are being shaken and redefined by significant developments, including the volatile crude oil situation and outlook, and changes in other upstream feedstock markets. Meanwhile, China’s economic slowdown and growing self-sufficiency pose a challenge to international players.

    ICIS Petrochemicals Training offers essential insights into the commercial and technical aspects of petrochemicals, including feedstocks and derivatives, in light of recent events. Designed to equip delegates with the skills and understanding they need to navigate these markets successfully, the courses include:

    Petrochemicals: An In-Depth Introduction

    This two-day course offers a comprehensive overview of petrochemical markets, looking at trade flows, regional dynamics, pricing, and factors driving the industry. It also offers expert insights into the outlook for petrochemicals.

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    Fundamentals of Petrochemical Plant Economics & Forecasting

    Get to grips with pricing and profitability in petrochemicals markets, exploring cost structures, value chains, margins, price drivers and more. This one-day course also covers the fundamentals of forecasting and price negotiations.

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    Fundamentals of Petrochemical Feedstocks

    Enhance your understanding of petrochemicals manufacturing with this in-depth one-day course. Exploring refinery processes, feedstocks and challenges facing the industry, it’s an essential introduction to the technical side of petrochemicals.

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    In-House Petrochemical Training

    All of our Petrochemicals Training Courses can be offered as an in-house option.

    Alternatively our courses can be tailor-made to suit the individual needs of your company. Click here to find out more or contact us if you have a question about corporate training.

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  • Lanxess: Price increase for brominated flame retardants

    Lanxess: Price increase for brominated flame retardants

    The Additives business unit of specialty chemicals company LANXESS globally increases the prices for its polydibromostyrene products (PDBS) and its branded decadibromophenyl ethane (DPDPE) flame retardant, Firemaster 2100R, up to 15 percent for each product effective November 1, 2017.

    The PDBS brominated flame retardant is mainly used in electronics products and electrical plug connectors, the housings of which are made of polyamide plastic. Firemaster 2100R is a versatile brominated flame retardant used in a variety of applications, plastics and resins like wire/cable insulation and specialty fabric coatings.

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