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CONTENTS PAGE 15


4 News News from the global plastics compounding industry Sponsored by


15 Colour impact: suppliers boost offerings Colour pigments and masterbatches for thermoplastic compounds aim for high visual appeal with a lower environmental


impact. Jennifer Markarian reports on the latest products COVER PHOTO: AMPACET


25 2025 Show Preview In this month’s preview of K2025 in October, we highlight major exhibitors of machinery and equipment for compounders


39 UV stabilisers strengthen sustainability Antioxidants and UV stabilisers enhance durability of plastics, helping towards sustainability. Jennifer Markarian finds out more about recent developments


49 Taking the heat away Progress in the field of materials for heat management include design and simulation packages and developments based on polycarbonate, PEEK and ceramic-filled compounds


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53 Thermal boost: high temperature plastics High temperature plastics allow superior performance due to their thermal characteristics – in industries including medical, automotive and aerospace


62 Diary


COMING NEXT ISSUE � K2025 Materials and Additives Preview � Nanocomposites � Recycling Additives


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