From Teknor Apex, Pawtucket, RI, USA, comes another new series of TPE compounds that is fully RoHS-compliant.

RTP Company, Winona, MN, USA, has developed a line of decaBDE-free, flame retardant TPE compounds that are RoHS compliant.

Spanish TPU specialist Merquinsa has launched a new TPU range at Chinaplas 2009: Pearlthane Maxi.

ExxonMobil Chemical has introduced a new Santoprene grade that is said to provide a unique “comfort touch” and very good surface qualities for automotive interiors while offering significant cost reduction opportunities.

Kraton Polymers LLC has announced the opening of its new Innovation Center in Houston, TX, USA.

PolyOne Corporation will transition to the PlanetPak packaging system as the standard container for colour and additive concentrates in North America.

Silicone valve manufacturer LMS Inc. has added an electric injection moulding machine to help boost its growing thermoplastic components business.

The Estane Engineered Polymers business of Lubrizol has announced the reactivation of Pellethane 2102 TPU.

Kraton Polymers LLC, a global producer of engineered polymers, announced a general price increase across all markets and end uses, for its SBS, SEBS, OE SBS, and OE SEBS polymers and compounds.

The Lanxess Basic Chemicals business unit is increasing its prices worldwide for its entire product portfolio by a minimum of 7 % with immediate effect.