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Scientists create bioplastic from cellulose and water
A new method called hydrosetting has allowed researchers to produce a variety of shapes simply by dipping the bioplastic in water and allowing it to air dry. Researchers at the University of Göttingen, in Germany, designed a sustainable method called hydrosetting,...
Extreme Carbon Fiber + PA12: Weerg’s new material to replace metals
Weerg expands its range of materials for 3D printing with the introduction of the new Extreme Carbon Fiber + PA12, the result of an exclusive formulation developed by the enhanced internal R&D department. It is a high-tech thermoplastic polymer in yarn that...
The new generation: Safe and stable baby bottles
The Japanese manufacturer of baby products Zoom T in Tokyo has selected BASF's Ultrason P to manufacture baby bottles marketed under its Dr. Bétta brand. Polyphenylsulfone (PPSU) meets Zoom T's stringent requirements for its curved bottles as they are safe and easy to...
New HDPE resin offers better moisture barrier for packaging films
Nova Chemicals produced a new resin that increases the performance of water vapor transmission and improves the recyclability of food packaging Nova Chemicals introduced a new High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) resin that offers a greater moisture barrier for flexible...
Low-cost, lightweight battery system launched for electric mobility
More and more consumers are turning around sustainable mobility systems, especially in the face of trends to stop consuming fossil fuels. With this in mind, a German consortium developed a low-cost, lightweight battery for electric mobility applications A German...
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Thermoplastic Biomaterials May Repair Soft Tissues: Study
A new thermoplastic biomaterial has been designed by a team of researchers for use in medical applications in soft tissue repair or flexible bioelectronics Researchers from the United States and the United Kingdom managed to "adjust" new thermoplastic biomaterials to...
PET for making footwear
Footwear manufacturers who want to increase the amount of recycled material in their shoes, without compromising quality, have a new technology at their disposal from the Texon company: Texon Ecoline, a material that combines strength and sustainability Based on 85%...
Global market for 3D printed bioplastics will exceed $ 2,635.65 million by 2026
Bioplastics, in combination with other materials, are increasingly used in 3D printing technology The global market for 3D printed bioplastics was worth approximately $ 518.7 million in 2019. According to a research report, the market is expected to grow at a CAGR of...
New PBT and PPS sensors for autonomous driving
To address cost challenges in the development of sensors and camera mounts for the electric car industry, manufacturers have started to incorporate PBT Electric vehicles are an increasingly strong bet for the sustainable market, and in the face of growing demand, PBT...
COVID-19 drives sustainability approach in plastics and aluminum
The aluminum and plastic sectors have proven resilient during the coronavirus crisis, but the focus remains on the shift towards so-called circular economies The Plastics Industry has proven to be highly resilient to the disruptions brought about by COVID-19, but the...
3Dirigo: the world’s largest 3D printed ship
The US Navy patrol boat 3Dirigo boasts two Guiness World Records: being the largest 3D printed ship in the world and also the largest 3D printed object in the world. The 7.62 m long and 2,268 kg ship was printed in 72 hours by the world's largest 3D printer. The...
New anti-fog film for visors, lenses and goggles in front-line work environments with high humidity
Sabic sells the Lexan HP92AF anti-fog film, specially designed for the demands of protective equipment against COVID-19, such as face shields and safety glasses for front-line work environments. The film incorporates a one-sided coating that retards fogging even in...
HandShield, the surface protector that guarantees sanitary safety
HandShield is one of those ideas that can change our daily reality. Something that arises on any given day and becomes a turning point. It is a protector to avoid direct contact between our hand and a surface, guaranteeing our safety and that of those around us. A...