Plasticizer Migration: What is it and why is it a problem

You’ve heard of plasticizer migration, but you aren’t entirely sure what it is and why it could be a problem. you will have a deeper understanding of plasticizer migration and its effects after you have read the article below.

DOTP plasticiser, synthesis from consumer PET bottles!

Synthesis of DOTP Plasticizer for PVC from Terephthalic Acid Based on the Chemical Recycling of Post consumer PET Bottles.

How to stop body Inflammation, before it affects your health

Science has proven that chronic, low-grade inflammation can turn into a silent killer that contributes to cardiovas­cular disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes and other conditions. 

The fact that three out of five people around the world die from a disease linked to inflammation raises serious red flags.

Thankfully, there is plenty …

Various approaches to sustainable and continually recyclable Cross-Linked Polymers

In recent year, effort has focused on the development of recycling strategies for cross-linked polymers. Various approaches were discussed on recycling of cross-linked polymers and also on future challenges that must be overcome to enable widespread, viable, and more sustainable and practical implementation of these materials, these include the…

A fully sustainable PVC.

Some PVC manufacturers ,through their initiative , addressed via a number of key sustainability Pathways , making PVC towards a fully sustainable PVC.

The trend to use chemical to recycling plastic waste !

New technology has developed to use chemical to recycling plastics waste, it is now another alternative of handling plastics waste.

Train your brain to be sharper, clearer, and healthier in 6 simple steps!

There are powerful interactive course available in the market that makes it easy, fast and even fun to discover the most effective ways to enhance your ability to learn, understand and remember.
Cognitive Fitness interactive tool shows you how.

Don’t just throw food waste into the rubbish bin !

Don’t just throw food waste into the rubbish bin – it can still be useful.

Utilising technology in the market , almost all organic waste can be recycled into something valuable – compost.

K 2022 – Trade fair

The theme for 2022

"Innovation driver for the global plastics and rubber industry.
Multitude of concrete solutions, machines and products for the transformation towards a circular economy"

TPE as a carpet tile application

There is an increased market demands for PVC alternatives in the carpet tile, new material is developed using TPE based solutions for resilient flooring such as tiles .

Malaysia has pledged by committing to becoming carbon -neutral by year 2050. What need to be done ?

ESG is imminent. Companies, be it large, medium or small in size ought to begin considering putting ESG practices . Employees’ rights and the environment ought to be taken care of and having a set of ESG practices can hopefully address this urgent need of having a safe environment for everyone.

A Brief Introduction to the Polyurethanes According to the Principles of Green Chemistry

A summary of the achievements of scientists and technologists who are constantly working to create ideal polyurethanes that do not pollute the environment, and their synthesis and use are consistent with the principles of sustainable economy.

The Truth about PVC; circular economy, low impact on environment!

PVC has excellent properties including fire resistance, durability and flexibility. It is considered safe, Flooring manufacture  use plant based, phthalate free plasticisers, use additives that reduce the impact on environment.

Four problems and five common solutions to be considered by production of the PVC foam profile

In extrusion process of PVC foam profile, problems are encountered ,can be basically classified into four situations. One is stability ; second is melt strength ; third is lubrication ; and fourth is uniform dispersion .

Understanding damping techniques.

The bottom line in noise and vibration control, as in virtually all other engineering efforts, is cost-effectiveness, which translates into achieving workable, inexpensive solutions to complex problems

vegetable oil as biomass source for developing bioplasticisers

Bio-based plasticizers

The use of petro-based plasticizers is being questioned because of toxicity and environmental health issues. Hence there is a large demand for new low toxic and low-migration natural-based plasticizers to replace petro-based ones.

PVC door and window profile

The production process of PVC door and window profile mainly twin screw extrusion process. The raw materials used in the processes are the mixed powder prepared in the previous process according to a certain formula.

PVC carpet tiles

PVC backing carpet tile provide dimensional stability, effective sound damping flooring.

Global bio plasticisers market

The global bio plasticizers market was valued at $1.3 billion in 2020, and is projected to reach $2.1 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.31% from 2021 to 2030. Report in Global news Sept 2022.

Emerging applications of bio plasticizers in various end-user industries and high demand for bio-based and non-phthalate plasticers in diffe…

new bio-based primary plasticisers

The trend in market are looking for green or bio-based primary plasticisers to replace DOP which is "blacklisted" as toxic chemical by EU and many developed countries. So DOTP was alternative to replace DOP in many years.

Biobased TPE

calendaring process to produce PVC sheeting

using XRD analysis to have a better understanding of pigment characteristics.

EDX analysis

 EDX analysis was carried out on sample A4, A5, B1 and B2 using field emission scanning electron microscope (FESEM), model JSM 6701F from JEOL, Japan. EDX analysis for sample A4 and A5 will only scan the surface of the sample.

Environmentally friendly green plasticiser.

Globally it is around 7.5 millions tons of plasticisers are consumed every year,the low molecular weight type plasticisers such as DOP,BBP,accounted for 40% of global consumption,these are used widely in Asia,middle east,africa and latin American.

DOP and low molecular weight plasticisers are considered low toxicity,and high carcinogeni…

INJECTION MOULDING TPE/TPO

SolGreen is developing Solprene TPE/TPO for various application,i.e. injection moulding, extrusion, calendering, currently we are developing injection grade,

Solprene TPE Materials are being supplied in slab form or in granules to allow compounder to further modify by blending with their repro material such as PP , LDPE and HDPE.

QUALITY CONTROL,ITS CHALLENGES AND REWARDS

This articles were published back in 1982,a translation from Japanese title "QC kara no hasso" and was published by PHP Institute, as there is copy right on the information,I suggest those want to know more please buy a copy from PHP Institute.

Our objective is to share to readers what are the books available in the market , the readers…

FTIR ANALYSIS

This is one of the testing facilities,we conducted for our clients who wanted to know more of their polymer composites.

Methodology: FTIR analysis was carried out using ATR method between the wavelength of 400 cm-1 and 4000 cm-1. The samples were scanned 32 times. The spectrum obtained was analyzed to find possible composition. The clie…

Single Use Plastics: It’s Time to Act!

Single-use plastics, or disposable plastics, are used only once before they are thrown away or recycled. These items are things like plastic bags, straws, coffee stirrers, soda and water bottles and most food packaging. Most of this single use plastics are made of polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) and polyethylene …