VDI: Richtlinie 2020 zum Fließverhalten von TPE erschienen
Die Richtlinie VDI 2020:2023-10 beschreibt Polymerschmelzen, die mit den in ihr beschriebenen Methoden hinsichtlich ihres Fließverhaltens charakterisiert werden können und nicht auf Polymerlösungen oder Materialen im festen Zustand. Die Anwendung der Richtlinie unterstützt die Auswahl der geeigneten Methode zur Beschreibung der Fließfähigkeit von Polymerschmelzen aus der Produktfamilie der thermoplastischen Elastomere (TPE) und zeigt Vorteile und […]
VDI: TPE-Expertenforum am 16. Oktober in Reutlingen
Am 16. Oktober 2023 findet das VDI-Expertenforum „TPE im Spannungsfeld der Nachhaltigkeit“ in Reutlingen statt. Die Vorträge präsentieren innovative TPE-Materialien und neue Ansätze zur Zukunft der Mehrkomponententechnik. Praxisbeispiele zu thermoplastischen Elastomeren in der Kreislaufwirtschaft sowie die Vorstellung von Neuentwicklungen in der Fertigungs- und Werkzeugtechnik ergänzen das Programm. Die Teilnehmenden erhalten kostenlos den Entwurf der VDI-Richtlinie […]
TPE-Forum in eigener Sache: Neustart der News-Seite
Die News-Seite von TPE-FORUM ist zurück! Ab sofort finden Sie an dieser Stelle und parallel auf dem demnächst startenden Linked-In-Account von TPE-FORUM wieder aktuelle Neuigkeiten der weltweiten TPE-Community! Neues aus der Industrie, aus Wissenschaft und Forschung, Termine und Berichte von Branchenveranstaltungen, Personelles, Normen-Updates und vieles mehr. Gern veröffentlichen wir relevante TPE-News Ihres Unternehmens oder Ihrer […]
Avient: New fatty-food-contact materials
Avient has launched a new family of Versaflex TPE materials developed for fatty-food-contact (FFC) applications that must comply with migration limit standards in Europe and North America. The materials can be directly overmolded onto various engineered materials and as an alternative to silicone rubber, offer more design freedom and increased production efficiency by eliminating secondary […]
KIMW: Improved test planning for new automotive components
The Kunststoff-Institut für die mittelständische Wirtschaft NRW GmbH (K.I.M.W.), announced that it has succeeded in developing a concept to digitally translate the standards of automotive manufacturers and integrate them into an online quote configurator in its own web store with the support of the start-up Foxbase. With an in-house developed solution, it is now possible […]
Lubrizol: TPU for vegan synthetic leather applications
Lubrizol Engineered Polymers announced that it has developed a high-performing Estane thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) solution for vegan and sustainable synthetic leather applications that delivers high durability, enhanced comfort and pleasing aesthetics. This advanced Estane TPU technology also contributes to cleaner air quality in vehicle interiors due to its lower volatile organic content, said the company. […]
Asahi Kasei: Koshiro Kudo new President
Koshiro Kudo is Asahi Kasei’s new President & Representative Director. Koshiro Kudo graduated from Keio University in Tokyo in March 1982 and started working for Asahi Kasei the following month. After holding various positions, Kudo became head of the Roica business unit in May 2008. In 2017 he became President of the Fibers & Textiles […]
Mocom: New member of the SKZ network
Mocom has joined the network of the SKZ Kunststoff-Zentrum, a German consulting and service center for the plastics industry. The aim of the network is to promote research and education in the field of plastics technology. Among other things, the network specifically supports medium-sized companies in the plastics industry and actively promotes young talents. Part […]
USP: New range of TPEs based on renewable resources
United Soft Plastics has announced the development of a TPE series which meet the eco-conscious needs of brand owners and consumers. The TPEs – currently under different stages of commercial development – are produced from renewable, post-consumer, post-industrial, and bio-based sources.
Marfran: Alberto Arrighini is new General Manager
Alberto Arrighini has joined the team of Italian TPE compounder Marfran SRL as general managing director. A material engineer graduate, he has worked for a major player in rubber, silicone and plastics industry for almost ten years, first as Product R & D Director and then as Global Account Director. Prior to that he made significant scientific […]