New PET material saves energy and cost

(plastemart) -- A new PET packaging material; Artenius FastFlow+ has been designed and developed by Artenius, the PET & Recycling Division of Artenius and LSB. This is the latest generation of ⌠fast-reheat PET resins, and is built on the success of Artenius' hugely successful FastFlow resin.

It works by capturing heat energy in the blowing process more efficiently, thereby reducing the overall amount needed. This leads to energy savings of more than 20% in comparison to standard PET resins, and can also allow for a higher production output of bottles per hour. This means that as well as saving cost, an important reduction in carbon footprint is also achievable.

Thanks to its optimised formulation, Artenius FastFlow+ offers wider injection stretch blow molding (ISBM) and stretch blow molding (SBM) windows. It also offers the ability to blow thinner walled preforms into more complex bottle shapes that otherwise would not be possible. Its intrinsic viscosity level is consistent with market needs, and is especially suited for light-weighting initiatives.

The resin has superior reheat absorption, even at ultra-high speed stretch blow moulding. The new formulation includes a new additive for absorbing Near Infra-Red (NIR) radiation, to heat up the polymer allowing less energy consumption when blowing the preform into bottle.The faster absorption of heat inside the preform results in a more efficient blowing process. Even in older blow moulding machines, which can be heat input limited, Artenius FastFlow+ provides the opportunity to optimize throughput rates.
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Ethylene plant of Lukoil still to be restarted

(chemmonitor) -- The Moscow-headquartered Russian oil company Lukoil is currently liquidating the consequences of the accident occurred at its plant producing ethylene, in December of the previous year.

The unit went off stream for unscheduled maintenance. The accident resulted from the fire outbreak.

Initially, the producer planned to recommence the operations by early April 2012. However, the startup was postponed.

Meanwhile, the company has already resumed the activities at its polypropylene plant in mid-March of the current year.
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Styrolution starts making products from recycled PS

(chemmonitor) -- Styrolution with HQ in Germany elaborated a manufacturing line. The latter one is able to make polystyrene (PS) products using post-user recycled material.


The line generates three grades of the products. It will be demonstrated during an international showcase which currently takes place in the territory of the USA.


The PS grades made by the manufacturer fully correspond to requirements of FDA (USA) for food contact.
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New high performance polypropylene grades for injection molders from Indian Oil

(plastemart) -- Indian Oil unveiled high performance polypropylene grades -1110MAS and 2120MC, for polymer processors in the injection moulding sector.

The grades have been developed at Indian Oil's state-of-the-art Product Application & Development Centre (PADC) located at Panipat.

1110MAS grade is designed to provide better attributes such as higher productivity, high stiffness, low warpage and superior gloss. The 2120MC provides superior aesthetics, clarity, energy saving and higher productivity to polymer processors.

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Azelis to promote and distribute Poliya's polyester resins in Italy

(specialchem4adhesives) -- Poliya Composite Resins and Polymers (Poliya), one of the leading composite resin manufacturer, has entered into a marketing and distribution agreement with Azelis, a leading Pan-European specialty chemicals distributor.

Speaking about the new agreement, Serge Gradys International Business Manager Azelis Composites states, "We are delighted to sign this distribution agreement with Poliya, representing their Polipol customized UPR- polyester resins, Polijel high performance custom coloured gelcoats brands, and complimentary composite products in Italy".

Gianni Ostelli, Regional Business Manager Azelis Composites, Iberia & Italy adds, "Azelis will be supplying products manufactured by Poliya in Turkey as well as in their new Italian plant. This will enable us to provide more efficient logistics, faster response times, reduced lead times and better service. We are looking forward to working closely with the company's local team to increase market share in the region and are confident these brands will be well received by our clients."

"Italy is a very important market for Poliya. After our recent, local production agreement with Novaresine, we foresee great opportunities to expand our overall presence. We are confident our partnership with Azelis will provide a boost to Poliya's growth in the region and their experienced team of professionals will help increase our sales greatly" says Buelent Oeztuna, CEO of Poliya.
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