A new biodegradable polymer with potential applications in diapers and bandages

PET is not very good at keeping oxygen and other gases from permeating the containers or bottles. This results in reduction of shelf life of such beverages as juices, teas and flavoured water. However, A new barrier coating for PET & PP containers extends shelf life of beverages

Microlayer films, with several layers, are designed for gas barrier, UV blocking, electronic displays and high strength window glass laminates. To know more about the various types of films and the technologies in use, read It is now possible to make film with more than 11 multi layers

Plastic gears transfer torque and motion in a diverse spectrum of products ranging from watches to missiles. Newer and more demanding gear applications continue to emerge, exerting tremendous pressures on their evolution and development. To know more about the growth sectors, applications and the newer materials, read Gears from plastic are becoming larger, more complex and more powerful

Plastic products are increasingly required to meet flame resistance tests in the applications of electrical, electronic and appliance markets to meet the internationally accepted global standards. To market plastic products, converters are required to obtain the recognition of these products from Underwriter Laboratories Inc. Find out more in Flame resistant properties and test standards