GIA has released a comprehensive global report on Polymeric Polyols markets. Global market for Polymeric Polyols is forecast to reach 33.1 billion pounds (lbs.) by 2020, driven by growing demand for polyurethane in the automobile, ...
Tags: Polyols, polyurethane, Decoration
Alpek, S.A.B. de C.V. and BASF have signed agreements concerning the EPS (expandable polystyrene) and PU (polyurethane) business activities of their Polioles joint venture in Mexico, and BASF's EPS business in North and South America, ...
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The latest developments and innovations in polyurethane processing and composites, as well as the versatility of polyurethane chemistry will be featured during two targeted technical sessions at the 2014 Polyurethanes Technical Conference. ...
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According to a new study by the consulting firm Kusumgar, Nerlfi & Growney, consumption of five of the leading additives for coatings and inks in 2013 was 1.02 million tons, as supplied, worth $4.66 billion. A 5 percent annual rate of ...
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Airsprung Group PLC has joined the furniture industry's leading research body. The Furniture Industry Research Association has unparalleled industry knowledge and is the only organisation that provides support for all market sectors and for ...
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The Portland City Council has voted in a bid to ban the usage of foam packaging in stores as well as restaurants so as to cut down trash that is polluting waterways. The two 6-3 votes will see the ban of foam packaging and enactment of a ...
The EZ'R needs up to 65% less formula per body wash usage, allowing a packaging size reduction of around 50%, said Albéa. Distributed by Vetroplas, Albéa said the EZ'R patented foaming flip top cap allows consumers to ...
Norix Furniture introduced its new Hondo Nuevo line of contemporary lounge furniture at NeoCon 2014 on June 9-11 at the Merchandise Mart in Chicago. Norix Furniture's Hondo Nuevo line of furniture combines superior durability and style with ...
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing safer alternatives to the flame retardants now used in consumer and commercial products, including building insulation and products with flexible polyurethane foam. "EPA's ...
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Trump Home and Serta recently teamed up to introduce a new hybrid mattress collection, which is now available at Spector Furniture in Ansonia, CT. The new Trump Home iSeries mattress collection represents a collaboration between the Trump ...
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Trump Home and Serta recently teamed up to introduce a new hybrid mattress collection, which is now available at Spector Furniture in Ansonia, CT. The new Trump Home iSeries mattress collection represents a collaboration between the Trump ...
Tags: Furniture, Furnishing, Mattress
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has developed fire retardant coatings that are environmentally friendly. Applied to polyurethane foam, the bio-based coatings greatly reduced the flammability of the common ...
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One of the downsides of pet ownership is the wear and tear they incur on your home, and no aspect of your home takes a bigger beating than your flooring. If you've noticed that your hardwood or tile floors are looking dull and scuffed, or ...
Tags: Flooring, Dog Proof Floors
The Minneapolis City Council has banned polystyrene containers, a move which is said to affect local restaurants as well as other establishments. The ban, which is expected to come into force from 22 April 2015, also legitimizes food ...
Portland’s Transportation, Sustainability and Energy Committee has voted in favor of a proposal that would require retailers to charge shoppers with 5-cent fee on every single use of plastic or paper bags at grocery stores. The fee ...
Tags: Plastic Bag, charging fee