Raw Materials

19th Apr 2024

Berry Global Group and Glatfelter Corporation have achieved a regulatory milestone for their proposed merger involving Berry's health, hygiene, and specialties segment with Glatfelter, including its nonwovens and films business. The transaction will create a prominent publicly-traded specialty materials company through a Reverse Morris Trust...

11th Apr 2024

Aluula Composites is all set to showcase its latest sustainable and high-performance materials at Techtextil 2024 in Frankfurt, Germany, from April 23-26. The Canada-based company prioritises sustainability without compromising on performance or durability. Aluula's materials, known for being light, strong, and durable, are also recycle-ready.

27th Mar 2024

Germany's SGL Carbon experienced a minor sales decrease to €1.08 billion ($1.16 billion) in FY23, a 4.1 per cent drop from the previous year, yet stayed within the expected forecast. Adjusted EBITDA also declined by 2.5 per cent to €168.4 million, but the firm saw a marginal improvement in EBITDA margin from 15.2 per cent to 15.5 per cent.

22nd Mar 2024

Teijin Aramid has received Tire Technology International Materials Innovation of the Year award for Twaron with recycled aramid fibre. This innovation emphasises sustainable solutions without compromising performance. Through collaboration and industrial-scale production, Teijin Aramid leads in driving sustainability in tire manufacturing.

13th Mar 2024

Avient Corporation unveils Versaflex TF Adhesive Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) solutions for fabric laminations, enhancing softness, stretchability, breathability in athletic apparel like sportswear and underwear. Offering easy processing and strong adhesion, these TPEs ensure fabric strength and elasticity with superior shape recovery and...

8th Mar 2024

Heberlein, a leading provider of air interlacing and texturing jets, will present key innovations like the PolyJet-TG-3 at Techtextil from April 23. The PolyJet-TG-3 enhances yarn evenness and knot reliability, achieving over 12 knots per meter with various yarn parameters. Features include a quick-release system for jet packs and tear-resistant...

1st Mar 2024

Beckmann Converting introduces the 'CC' roll, featuring a unique bonding pattern for high inter-ply adhesion in textile composites. The pattern covers close to 10 per cent of the full laminate web, enhancing appearance and performance. Ideal for products like wipers and car covers, it suits lighter-weight materials but is not suitable for heavy...

21st Feb 2024

TotalEnergies Corbion and Bluepha collaborate to enhance PLA and PHA fibre applications in China. Their blend of Bluepha PHA and Luminy PLA promises lightweight, durable, potentially antibacterial fibres. The collaboration’s main focus is to address issues such as uneven dyeing and fibre thermal stability. First commercial releases anticipated by ...

12th Feb 2024

Oerlikon Barmag will exhibit its pump lineup at UTECH Europe from April 23-25. This exhibition will offer a platform to show innovations and networking within the sector. With PUR playing a vital role in sectors like automotive, medical technology, and insulation, Oerlikon Barmag's precision gear pumps offer tailored solutions for complex...