Chemicals & Plastics News
Improve your reaction time with insights into the world of chemicals and plastics. This section features news on innovations, technology and companies engaged in the processing and refinement of chemicals, adhesives, sealants, coatings, plastic resin materials, dyes, beverage ingredients, flavors and fragrances.
Bank-Ordered Auction: IntegriCo Composite Plant Equipment to Sell to Highest Bidder – Thursday November 7, 2024 10:30AM CST
IntegriCo Composites Inc.’s plant equipment is up for a bank-ordered auction on November 7 at 10:30 AM. All equipment will be sold to the highest bidder, offering an exceptional opportunity for those in recycling and composite manufacturing. The plant, a leader in converting landfill-bound plastics into high-strength composites, will hold an in-person inspection on November 6 from 9 AM - 4 PM at the Sarepta, LA facility. Don’t miss this unique chance to acquire advanced recycling assets. - October 31, 2024 - Bonnette Auction Company
EPA Expands TSCA Registration to Full Amphi Biosurfactant Line
Locus FS is now the first US-based company authorized by the EPA to produce biosurfactants at commercial volumes under expanded TSCA registration. This includes the Locus Ingredients division's full line of Amphi sophorolipids, offering formulators USA-made, 100% bio-based alternatives to petrochemical surfactants that can be customized for cleaning, degreasing, and corrosion resistance, while meeting strict regulations. - October 25, 2024 - Locus Performance Ingredients
US EPA Approves Locus FS’ Expanded List of Biosurfactants for the Consumer and Industrial Markets
Locus Fermentation Solutions has become the first and only US-based company authorized by the EPA to produce biosurfactants at commercial volumes under expanded Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) registration. This approval positions Locus FS as the leading domestic producer of 100% bio-based glycolipid biosurfactants, providing formulators with scalable, eco-friendly alternatives to chemicals in agriculture, oil & gas, industrial applications, home care, personal care and more. - October 25, 2024 - Locus Fermentation Solutions
RAMPF: Sealing, Casting & Bonding with Maximum Quality, Flexibility & Cost Efficiency
Premium contract manufacturing services for a wide range of industries at Fabtech 2024 in Orlando, FL – Booth W5146. - October 16, 2024 - RAMPF
PozzSource LLC, Formerly Geofortis Minerals LLC, to Develop Natural Pozzolan Resources in Western US
PozzSource is the new name of Geofortis Minerals, a recognized leader in the natural pozzolan concrete industry. Following the recent sale of the Geofortis Utah operations near Salt Lake City to Ash Grove, a CRH Company, Geofortis Minerals has rebranded as Pozzsource LLC. PozzSource will continue... - October 11, 2024 - PozzSource LLC
New from RAMPF: Conductive Casting Compounds with FDA Approval
High-performance polyurethane systems for the filter industry featuring low viscosity and outstanding flowability at Filtech 2024 – Hall 8 / Booth E29. - October 11, 2024 - RAMPF
High-Performance & Automated Sealing, Casting & Bonding of Battery Packs
RAMPF presents customized foam gaskets, electro casting resins, and adhesives together with high-performance dispensing systems at Battery Show North America – Booth 5022 - October 10, 2024 - RAMPF
Exergy Energy Announces Contract to Engineer Chemical Plant Electrification & Decarbonization
A leading chemical manufacturer in upstate New York has contracted with Exergy Energy, the Concierge Utility®, to engineer the electrification and decarbonization of one of their plants to eliminate the use of natural gas. Combining on-site renewable generation, renewable grid power, electric... - September 28, 2024 - Exergy Energy
Fully Automated. Fully Informed. Mixing & Dispensing with RAMPF.
MC-EASY multipurpose cell for cost-efficient sealing, casting, and bonding / Customer and service portal RAMPF Project Cockpit for significant efficiency gains. - September 20, 2024 - RAMPF
Select Leaders in California Including JCSD Participate in PFAS Mitigation Roundtable at the State Capitol
Representatives from Jurupa Community Services District (JCSD) took part in a critical roundtable discussion at the California State Capitol yesterday, focusing on the pervasive challenges posed by Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS). Representing JCSD were General Manager Chris Berch and... - August 26, 2024 - Jurupa Community Services District
Maximum Protection of Luminaires – Sealing and Casting Technology from RAMPF
Cost-effective, fast, and flexible contract manufacturing services at ACA Congress of Correction in Nashville, TN – Booth 433. - August 08, 2024 - RAMPF
Get Started with Automated Dispensing – Brand-New Multipurpose Cell RAMPF MC-EASY
Compact system for sealing, casting, and bonding with maximum flexibility and process reliability / Already profitable for small quantities. - July 31, 2024 - RAMPF
Edison Agrosciences Announces $600,000 Seed Financing Round and Addition of Industry Veteran Tom Marsh to Board of Directors
Edison Agrosciences, an industrial biomaterials company developing a sustainable domestic source of natural rubber from sunflowers, today announced the closing of a $600,000 seed financing. - July 26, 2024 - Edison Agrosciences
Point Grey Holdings New Acquisition of An-Cor & Precisioneering
Point Grey Holding Acquires Group DKG: Precisioneering DKG Corp. and An-Cor Industrial Plastics, Inc. - July 18, 2024 - An-Cor Industrial Plastics, Inc
Quadrant Performance Materials Launches EnviroSeal Platinum Series
Quadrant Performance Materials (QPM), a leading manufacturer of spray foam insulation systems for the residential and commercial building envelope, announces the release of the EnviroSeal® Platinum Series. This updated product portfolio promises to revolutionize the spray foam industry with... - July 15, 2024 - Quadrant Performance Materials
RAMPF Production Systems Appoints New CEO
Albert Schmid takes over management of international supplier of production systems with integrated dispensing technology. - July 10, 2024 - RAMPF
Formulating a Greener Future – Chemical Recycling Solutions by RAMPF
Foam Expo 2024 – High-quality, customized polyols from PU and rPET waste / Panel discussion “Challenges in Polyurethane Recycling in the United States and How to Succeed on an Industrial Scale.” - June 21, 2024 - RAMPF
Trucent Renewable Chemicals Welcomes Local STEM Students and Educators with Ohio’s Lt. Governor
In June 2024, Trucent Renewable Chemicals hosted local STEM students and Ohio’s “Educators on Location” program with Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted. Part of Ohio's Teacher Bootcamp, the program helps educators understand local industries and job opportunities for students. Guests learned about Trucent’s biocatalytic splitting technology and diverse career paths in renewable chemicals. The event aligns educational outcomes with workforce needs, fostering community knowledge. - June 18, 2024 - Trucent
High-Quality and Low-Cost Tooling – RAMPF Close Contour Materials
SAMPE 2024 – Pastes and castings based on epoxy and polyurethane for the manufacture of models and molds / Cost-efficient and ultra-fast composite manufacturing. - May 18, 2024 - RAMPF
Tailor-Made for Maximum Performance & Service Life: Electro Casting Resins & Gap Fillers from RAMPF
Reactive resin systems based on polyurethane, silicone, and epoxy at PCIM Europe in Nuremberg, Germany – Hall 6 / Booth 6-427. - May 17, 2024 - RAMPF
Fast & Safe Climbing with RAMPF Polyurethane Resin for Climbing Holds
RAKU® TOOL IE-3092 takes center stage at CWA in Portland, OR, from May 15 to 17 – Booth 602 - May 15, 2024 - RAMPF
Causelink FMEA from Sologic Offers a Proactive Failure Modes and Effects Analysis Software Tool
Causelink FMEA is a new product designed to help organizations proactively identify and manage operational risks. FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) is a systematic approach to identifying potential risks so problems can be prevented or mitigated before they occur. Causelink FMEA software makes each step of the FMEA process more efficient and effective. - May 07, 2024 - Sologic
High-Speed Sealing, Casting, and Bonding – with RAMPF
Reactive resins and automated dispensing systems for state-of-the-art production processes at NPE 2024 in Orlando, FL – Booth S17184. - May 04, 2024 - RAMPF
Fast. Flexible. Cost-Effective. Contract Manufacturing Services for Sealing, Casting, and Bonding.
RAMPF at Assembly Show South – Unparalleled quality and efficiency for automotive, electronics, energy technology, household appliance, lighting, and medical technology manufacturing. - May 01, 2024 - RAMPF
Leadership Transition at Luminit: Dr. Mitch Jansen Assumes CEO Role as Dr. Engin Arik remains as Chairman of the Board
Luminit's CEO, Dr. Engin Arik, steps down, appointing Dr. Mitch Jansen as the new CEO of the company. Dr. Arik will continue to serve as Charman of the Board. He expresses confidence in Dr. Jansen's leadership, which aligns with Luminit's vision of growth and innovation. - April 24, 2024 - Luminit
CANEI Ranked as the Top Recycling Company on the Financial Times list of Americas' Fastest-Growing Companies in 2024
CANEI is especially proud to have been included in the waste management and recycling category, as it is a unique achievement within its industry. The recognition it has received is a testament to its unwavering commitment to closing the loop on plastic waste. - April 17, 2024 - CANEI Corporation
Independent Computer Consulting Group Bolsters Its Solution Offering for Process Manufacturing Businesses with Infor Cloudsuite PLM for Process (Optiva)
By streamlining and enhancing product quality assurance processes and refining recipe management capabilities, this solution simplifies and centralizes the intricate operations inherent in process manufacturing, ensuring consistent excellence in product quality, compliance, and efficiency across the production lifecycle. - February 16, 2024 - ICCG
Thunderous Exhibit – RAMPF Presents Thor’s Hammer
High-performance polyurethane, silicone, and epoxy systems for theme park and specialty tooling at IAAPA 2023 – Booth 1671. - November 15, 2023 - RAMPF
RAMPF – Materials & Processing Technology for EV Battery Production
High-performance reactive resins and automated dispensing systems for sealing, potting, and bonding at Advanced Battery Technology Innovation Summit in Detroit, MI – Booth 12 - November 08, 2023 - RAMPF
Maximum Protection & Maximum Speed – Electronics Manufacturing with RAMPF
productronica 2023 – Electro casting resins and gap fillers / Automated production systems with integrated dispensing technology. - October 27, 2023 - RAMPF
Trucent Unveils Groundbreaking QuantumClear Technology at GlassBuild 2023
Trucent's QuantumClear at GlassBuild 2023 is a game-changer for the glass industry. Beyond returning clear fluid and offering real-time fines separation, it produces a substantially moisture-free cake. With processing capacities ranging from 10 to 400 gallons per minute (GPM), QuantumClear sets a new benchmark. Visit Booth #3151. Learn more at Trucent.com. - October 25, 2023 - Trucent
Compact, Flexible & Cost-Effective – RAMPF’s New Multipurpose Cell MC-EASY
Fast and precise dispensing of gap filler and casting applications / Standard model now offers even greater versatility. - October 22, 2023 - RAMPF
RAMPF Presents Tooling & Composite Engineering Solutions at CAMX 2023
High-performance modeling and mold engineering materials and holistic composite part manufacturing – Building C/Booth U42. - October 20, 2023 - RAMPF
Eco-shell™ Adds 99.9% Antibacterial Efficacy to Long List of Eco-Certifications and Patents
Products made with eco-shell™ can achieve up to 50% plastic reduction, 70% carbon reduction, and are now certified to be recyclable and antibacterial. - October 18, 2023 - Spark Sourcing
Roppe Corporation Awarded Sourcewell Contract Over 65 Years of Proven Service & Dependability Lead to Prestigious Contract Award
Roppe Corporation has been awarded a cooperative purchasing contract in the Flooring Materials with Related Supplies and Services category at Sourcewell. Sourcewell is a self-sustaining government organization offering a cooperative purchasing program with more than 400 competitively solicited... - October 17, 2023 - Roppe Holding Company
RAMPF Appoints New General Manager at Chinese Subsidiary
Experienced manager and chemical expert Tiger Meng succeeds Marco Hamacher at RAMPF (Nantong). - October 13, 2023 - RAMPF
Quadrant Performance Materials Names Geoff Stephenson as Vice President of Sales
Quadrant Performance Materials (QPM), a global leader in high-performance materials, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Mr. Geoff Stephenson as its new Vice President of Sales. In this strategic leadership role, Mr. Stephenson will drive the company's sales efforts and strengthen its spray... - September 27, 2023 - Quadrant Performance Materials
EX Industries, LLC Opens in Houston, TX
Hazardous Area Distribution Company adds a new location increasing presence in the GoM. - September 27, 2023 - Ex Industries, LLC
Process & Automation Expertise for Sealing, Casting, & Bonding
RAMPF at Fakuma 2023 – Holistic production systems with integrated dispensing technology / Focus topic electric mobility. - September 23, 2023 - RAMPF
Material & Processing Technology for Battery Pack Production
RAMPF Group, Inc. is presenting foam gaskets, electro casting resins, adhesives, automated dispensing technology solutions, and premium contract manufacturing services for sealing, casting, and bonding battery packs at Battery Show 2023 from September 12 to 14 in Novi, MI – Booth 2122. Foam... - September 06, 2023 - RAMPF
Premium Contract Manufacturing Services for Sealing, Casting, and Bonding
RAMPF presents holistic material and processing technology know-how at Fabtech 2023 – Booth D40651 - August 24, 2023 - RAMPF
Leading Glass Fluid Filtration Company, Trucent, Appoints Michael Ondrus as Global Key Account Manager
Trucent Industrial Solutions proudly announces Michael Ondrus as the new Global Key Account Manager – Brittle Materials. Ondrus will lead Trucent's expansion in the global brittle materials fabrication market. Trucent Industrial Solutions, known for its Centrasep brand, is a renowned provider of fluid separation solutions for the glass and brittle materials sector. Ondrus will be based in Trucent's Industrial Solutions division in Noblesville, IN. - August 03, 2023 - Trucent
Research Shows Specialty Chemicals and Materials Industry Experienced Significant Challenges in Q1
The specialty chemicals and materials industry experienced significant challenges in the first quarter of 2023 due to the ongoing macroeconomic slowdown, with a decline of 11% and 20% in volume and EBITDA, respectively, compared to the prior year. - July 24, 2023 - Creov Group
PharmStars Announces Spring 2023 Accelerator Graduates: 13 Digital Health Startups Complete PharmStars’ Pharma-Focused Accelerator Program
PharmStars, the pharma-focused accelerator for digital health startups, announces that 13 startups have graduated from its Spring 2023 program focused on “Innovations in Women’s Health or Health Equity.” The graduating startups successfully completed PharmaU, PharmStars’ 10-week program. PharmaU culminated with a Showcase Event, held in Boston in May, that brought together the participating startups and PharmStars’ innovation-minded pharma members. - June 20, 2023 - PharmStars
Brand New – Elastomeric Sealing Adhesive by RAMPF Polymer Solutions
High-performance, two-component polyurethane system RAKU® PUR 49-6006 Black for automotive, battery, and filter applications. - June 16, 2023 - RAMPF
Quadrant, Synonymous with Quality and Customer Service, Returns to Spray Foam Industry: Highly Experienced Team, Same Great Products
Quadrant Performance Materials (QPM) today launched as the latest spray foam manufacturing company to serve the construction industry. - June 14, 2023 - Quadrant Performance Materials
Keene Family Holdings Announces Rebranding as KEENE, Inc.
Keene Family Holdings, a prominent manufacturing company specializing building products and systems, is thrilled to announce its rebranding as KEENE, Inc. This strategic move comes after years of successful growth in building brands in both commercial and residential construction. The overall size... - June 07, 2023 - Keene Inc.
Brentwood Expands Manufacturing Capacity in Tijuana, Mexico
Brentwood Industries, Inc. is expanding its manufacturing operation in Tijuana, Mexico. The expansion comes five years after the launch of the first operation and adds an additional 100,000 square feet of production space. - June 06, 2023 - Brentwood Industries, Inc.
Nohbo Secures Series A Funding to Drive Expansion of Sustainable Personal Care Technologies
Nohbo, a leader in the development of groundbreaking water-soluble packaging technologies, today announced the successful completion of its Series A funding round, led by Material Impact Fund. While the financial details remain undisclosed, the round includes participation from Dara Holdings, Susquehanna Private Equity Investments, LLLP, and SaferMade. The funds will bolster Nohbo's growth within the hospitality sector and expedite the widespread adoption of its revolutionary technology. - June 05, 2023 - Nohbo
AcceleDev Celebrates Its 20 Year Anniversary
AcceleDev Chemical LLC, a leading strategic supplier of Pharmaceutical process custom synthesis services, is proud to celebrate its 20th Anniversary this month. Since its inception in 2003, AcceleDev has remained focused on helping pharmaceutical and biotech companies deliver life-saving... - May 25, 2023 - AcceleDev Chemical LLC