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5 News Colloids to build new plant in China, RadiciGroup ups global capacities, Borealis plans cracker-integrated chemical recycling plant in Sweden, Total Corbion’s European PLA plant moves another step ahead, Polykemi to build its first US compounding facility, SI Group expands Weston 705 AO capacity, Buss adds cascade compounding options for plasticised PVC.
15 HFFR demands drive cable innovation Halogen-free flame retardant cable compounds aim to meet a raft of new regulations emerging in end-use markets as diverse as construction and automotive. We look at the latest developments.
33 Sustaining progress in natural fibres Natural fibres and fillers are proving to be effective options for reducing the environmental impact of plastic products while enhancing performance and, very often, appearance. We find out more.
47 3D print developments target volume Large volume custom manufacturing could now be on the horizon for 3D printing process technology. Innovative new plastic compounds are likely to play a part in making that shift a reality.
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