contents 05 News
15 Fillers get functional Fillers for plastics are now providing added-value functions in compounds that are leading to some innovative new materials and applications. Mark Holmes look at recent developments.
27 Plasticiser industry offers more options Plasticiser producers are developing new products that meet user demands for higher performance and lower migration while addressing regulator concerns over safety, writes Peter Mapleston.
45 Screws and barrels wear it well Screw and barrel wear is a major contributor to reduced compounding effi ciency and, ultimately, to compromised product quality. Peter Mapleston looks at the latest metallurgical developments.
59 Prepare for your visit to K2016 K2016 is less than three months away so, if you are intending to visit, you need to be making plans now. Fortunately, there are resources on the web to help you – we highlight some of the most useful.
63 Event preview: Compounding World Asia The Compounding World Asia conference returns to Singapore next month. We preview the programme and take a look at the high-level speakers taking part.
71 E&E is a hot spot for plastics While the fast growing LED market certainly grabs the headlines there are many more polymer-based innovations to be found in the electrical and electronic sector, reports Peter Mapleston.
94 Diary
coming next issue Colour pigments Materials testing & analysis Antioxidants & UV stabilisers K2016 preview
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