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IVK Europe launches new website
IVK Europe’s new website is now live online. Under the slogan ‘We offer protection’, the European plastics sheets and films manufacturers present the variety and performance of their products with a modern design. Read more
Construction polymer market expects growth
A new report by Future Market Insights (FMI) reveals that by the end of 2026, over $135m (~€118m) worth of construction polymers will be sold globally. Read more
Nouryon to supply CiD technology to Ukrainian PVC producer
Nouryon will license its innovative continuous initiator dosing (CiD) technology to Karpatnaftochim, Ukraine’s largest PVC producer. Read more
VinylPlus Sustainability Forum 2019 registration now open
The VinylPlus Sustainability Forum 2019 has now opened its registration. Read more
VinylPlus leaves its mark
VinylPlus is continuing its commitment to supporting a sustainable framework for the PVC value chain in Europe by launching its new VinylPlus Product Label. Read more
Vinyl Council’s PVC recycling programme unaffected by waste changes
The Vinyl Council of Australia confirms its PVC recycling program in hospitals remains unaffected despite changes in international waste management strategies. Read more
A. Schulman signs exclusive distribution agreement with Vestolit
A. Schulman is the exclusive distribution partner for VESTOLIT’S Suspension-, Micro suspension- and Emulsion (E)-PVC grades in selected European countries. Read more
VinylPlus reveals line up for VinylPlus Sustainability Forum 2018
VinylPlus has revealed its programme featuring industry speakers and panel discussions to share visions on the potential of the industry. Read more
Have we finally grown out of 'stand dollies'?
In plastics, the 'stand dolly' or 'promo girl' is a familiar concept, but has the time now come to admit that it's an out-dated form of marketing unfit for the modern trade show? Read more
19 Feb 2018 11:30 Rose Brooke editor's blog
'Societal Needs' the focus for VinylPlus Sustainability Forum 2018 in Madrid
The VinylPlus Sustainability Forum will be in Madrid in May, with a focus on using PVC to meet the needs of a growing global population. Read more
Clariant colours new PVC grades
Telasperse by Clariant is available in a new range of colours for improved options for film extrusion. Read more
Battenfeld-Cincinnati unveil leanEX twin screw extruder for uPVC pipes in China
A PVC pipe extruder was revealed to customers in Chin at Battenfeld-Cincinnati. Read more
Construction and environment topics slated for PVC4cables Conference
The PVC4Cables group will hold its first conference at the Sofitel Bellecour Hotel in Lyon, France. Read more
Which? puts uPVC windows top of home improvement list
Which?, the British products and services reviewer, has put installing uPVC windows top of a list of the most popular home improvements householders are making. Read more
Plastics in European construction
As EPPM kicks off Construction Month this July, we take a look at some of the key statistics relating to plastics and its place in the European construction sector. Read more
VinylPlus Sustainability Forum 2017 reshapes the PVC industry
Physically and metaphorically, the VinylPlus Sustainability Forum in Berlin last week is continuing to reshape the global PVC industry. Rose Brooke shares her report of the conference. Read more
16 May 2017 16:41 Rose Brooke editor's blog
VinylPlus Sustainability Forum hosts Molecor in Berlin
Pipe extruder Molecor will join efforts to plan the circular economy at the Vinyl Sustainability Forum on May 10. Read more
Nearly 600,000 tonnes of PVC recycled in 2016 through VinylPlus network
Some 600,000 tonnes of PVC were recycled within the VinylPlus framework in 2016, turning PVC into a sustainability pioneer plastic after years of being the 'black sheep'. Read more
ECPI rebranded as European Plasticisers at PVC 2017
ECPI has unveiled its new look and new name at PVC 2017 in Brighton, transforming itself into European Plasticisers in an assertive move to embrace inclusivity and opportunity. Read more
Titanium Dioxide supply puts pressure on EU plastics says polymers alliance
Threats to the supply of Titanium Dioxide could pose a significant problem to plastics processing in the EU, says the Polymers for Europe Alliance. Read more
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