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polyamide
BASF launches bio-polyamides for monofilaments
BASF is now globally offering its sebacic acid-based Ultramid® S Balance in a version for monofilament applications. The high performance polyamide 6.10, partly based on renewable resources, is available in various viscosities. In compounded and glass-fiber reinforced versions, BASF has already introduced the material in different commercial applications, e.g. in a design lamp or automotive … Continue reading
Bioplastics get attention at #K2013
There are so many news that are coming out this week but let me first post this one, which has been stewing in my draft box for weeks. There seems to be a lot of bioplastic launch (or products related to bioplastics) planned at the incoming K2013 Plastics and Rubber Tradeshow, which will be held … Continue reading
DSM’s bio-polyamide in VW engines
DSM and automotive component specialist KACO have developed a lightweight multi-functional crankshaft cover in EcoPaXX®, DSM’s bio-based polyamide 410, for the latest generation of diesel engines developed by the Volkswagen Group. The EcoPaXX cover will be used on Volkswagen’s new MDB modular diesel engine platform, implemented across its Audi, Seat, Škoda and VW brands. Compared with … Continue reading
Evonik develops lauric acid-based PA12
Evonik said it has began operating a pilot plant for ω-amino lauric acid (ALS) in Slovenska Lupca, Slovakia, which is being developed as alternative to petroleum-based laurin lactam (LL) monomer. LL is currently used as feedstock in the manufacture of polyamide 12 (PA 12), which according to reports, is an important chemical for the automobile … Continue reading