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Joining Technology at Its Best: MMI Structural Simulation and Validation of Vibration Welded Polyamide Parts
Presented by DOMO Engineering Plastics September 8, 2022, at 8 a.m. EDT Register Now > Vibration welding of injection molded polyamide parts is a common practice when it comes to producing complex assemblies in many fields of application. To increase … Continued
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One-Size-Fits-All Policies: Why Different Products Call For Different Chemical Compounds
Presented by American Chemistry Council September 7, 2022, at 9 a.m. EDT Register Now > Not all flame retardants are the same. A variety of flame retardants are necessary because materials and products that need to be made fire-resistant are … Continued
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Sustainable Polymers from Renewable Resources
Polymers of all types, whether from renewable resources or not, whether recyclable or not, have a role to play in the circular economy and the quest toward net zero. Moveable items made from lightweight plastics save energy during every motion. … Continued
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Polymers in Renewable Energy Applications
Renewable energy is at the forefront of the energy policy of all major economies. The European Commission has proposed raising the renewable energy target to 40% by 2030, calling for further development of wind, water, and solar power. In Europe, … Continued
