DuPont Cosmetics Solutions has introduced an innovative new technology that enables broader use of DuPont™ Surlyn® for cosmetics and fragrance containers. Overmolding Surlyn® on polymer shapes increases design freedom by enabling contrasting designs for the internal and external walls, new decorating techniques and frosted or glossy effects on exterior surfaces.

RPC Containers Oakham has developed a new lightweight 3 litre plastic pail designed to meet growing demand from the wet wipe market.

RadiciGroup is taking part in Plast 2009, an important European exhibition for the plastics and rubber industries. Plast 2009 is organized under the patronage of ASSOCOMAPLAST and the European Committee EUROMAP and will take place at the Milan fairgrounds in Rho (Milan), Italy, from 24 to 28 March 2009.

The latest anti-microbial film from MacDermid Autotype is being used in a range of Medicare nurse call systems to ensure the devices meet the stringent hygiene standards demanded by care homes and hospitals. In addition to its anti-microbial functionality, the Autotex AM film combines durability with the ability to be embossed, making it ideal for the systems' control panels, manufactured by MTM Products.

Arburg will be represented with two Allrounders at the Brasilplast in Sao Paulo. At the exhibition injection moulding experts will have the opportunity to experience the high performance of the Arburg machines at first hand.

Arkema will present at the 2009 MIDO tradefair from March 6th to 9th its latest development in bio-polyamides, Rilsan® Clear G830 Rnew, the first fully transparent bio-based, high performance polyamide designed for the optical market such as spectacle frames.

RPC Verpackungen Kutenholz is producing PET bottles in different designs, colours and sizes for Schwarzkopf & Henkel Production Europe.

Davis-Standard, LLC will exhibit at Chinaplas 2009, Hall 5.1, Booth# D13, May 18-21 in Guangzhou, China. Davis-Standard's team of flexible packaging, converting and extrusion experts will be available to discuss the full range of cast film, extrusion lamination, fabric coating, liquid coating and laminating, blown film, blow molding, pelletizing, tubing and sheet product lines. This includes information on new technologies that are well suited for the evolving Chinese plastics industry.

At the forefront of cutting edge fashion and technology, Dow Fiber Solutions, a business unit of The Dow Chemical Company, is dedicated to pioneering innovations for the textile industry; pushing boundaries in order to redesign the rules. Dow Fiber Solutions has partnered with Paige Premium Denim to launch Next Generation DOW XLA™ fiber in an exclusive "Paigeaholic" jean. The world's first and only olefin-based stretch fiber, DOW XLA™ offers limitless possibilities and breakthrough benefits for the treatment, durability, and comfort of denim.

The performance of DuPont™ Delrin® acetal resin in terms of its strength, flexibility and fatigue resistance is critical to the reliable operation of tray arresters fitted in Medstor medical cabinets from Mailbox Mouldings International Ltd. (Stalybridge, England). Used in combination with two-way angled liners, the arresters prevent accidental removal of storage trays from the cabinet while, simultaneously, allowing them to be extended at an angle for easier retrieval of stock at high levels.

Innovia Films' biodegradable and compostable flexible material, NatureFlex™ has been chosen for a new range of organic, mostly raw nutrition bars produced in the USA.

Influential British artist Michael Craig-Martin has created two large-scale artworks made with DuPont™ Corian® for the new European Investment Bank (EIB) building in Luxembourg.

Sheffield Plastics Inc., a Bayer MaterialScience Company and a global supplier of sign grade polycarbonate materials, has introduced MAKROLON LD, which offers significant advantages over current plastic diffusing substrates in electronic sign applications where LED lights are used.

Rhodia announces the launch of the first high-flow flame-retardant range of Technyl® polyamide products specifically designed for the connector industry.

Arkema's Rilsan® HT is the first polyphtalamide (PPA)-based material to replace metal in tubing for high-temperature automotive applications. The revolutionary flexibility of Rilsan® HT resin offers a step-change in PPA-based materials, creating opportunities to replace metal that were previously unthinkable. Compared with metal assemblies, tubing assemblies made from Rilsan® HT lower the overall system cost and ensure longer service life of engine components. Rilsan® HT contains up to 70% renewable carbon, which fits into the eco-design concepts of many vehicle manufacturers.

Rohm and Haas, the leading specialty materials company, is preparing for the next steps after successfully achieving the first critical milestone set by the European Union's REACH regulation.

Smith & Nephew, Inc. Orthopaedic Reconstruction & Trauma announced the introduction of a metal liner option for its R3 Acetabular System, an advanced multi-bearing acetabular cup system used in hip replacement and resurfacing procedures.

Recognizing the growing market strength of its high-end FDM systems, Stratasys announced it is branding the product group as FORTUS™ 3D Production Systems. The company has seen solid revenue growth for these high-end systems and a growing percentage of the business going to direct digital manufacturing applications compared to traditional rapid prototyping.

New MAKROLON® 15 Polycarbonate Sheet, a glass replacement product from Sheffield Plastics, a Bayer MaterialScience Company, offers exceptional weatherability with significantly increased protection against tough environmental conditions and long-term UV exposure.

Cycle Country Accessories Corp., Cycle Country the world leader in snow plow manufacturing and accessories for ATV/UTVs announced the industry's first internally welded all plastic plow. Until now other polyethylene blades have had steel support frames adding to the cost and weight of the plow.