Perkadox GB-50 is a fresh version of dibenzoyl peroxide and is the maiden dry BPO in the market that does not comprise dicyclohexyl phthalate. The production of the new version will be carried out in Los Reyes, Mexico.

After nearly a decade in plant engineering, the name Uhde ceases to exist: Uhde's Mother company Thyssen Krupp is strengthening its plant technology business by combining its plant technology companies under the roof of ThyssenKrupp Industrial Solutions.

German chemicals giant BASF invests more than 200 million Euro to boost the production of several key fungicides, including F 500 and Xemium in both the US and Germany. This investment, one of the largest of BASF's Crop Protection division division in recent years, is a reaction to an expected rising demand for these substances, company speakers explained.

Imitation pumps can create operational and safety issues for the user — Life is full of choices. Industrial manufacturers face this all the time, especially when it comes to selecting the equipment that will be used in their many production processes. Take pumps, for example …

Evonik Catalysts’ new production unit is expected to fully utilise the firm’s capacities in Dombivli. At the same time, the company will also be establishing significant synergies with the Activated Metal Catalyst production site in Germany.

3D modeling is now a standard feature of the design process for complex buildings and production systems. Special visualization tools provide even greater transparency and give you the “big picture”. In addition to simplifying the planning process, they can also make things go a lot smoother on site. Last but not least, they are also an invaluable plant training aid.

China holds a strong position in the global chemical industry and with the recent market happenings in the country; the Asian country is keen on upgrading its game plan.

Eastman’s ‘Carbon renewal technology’ is the company’s second innovative recycling solution which is capable of recycling complex plastic waste that cannot be recycled with conventional recycling technologies.

An effective method is now available for testing safety shutdown valves, which does not interrupt ongoing operations. Integration of the testing function into the process control system can make the technique even simpler, safer and more cost-effective. This article presents a solution which has a proven track record.

In response to current market trends, Covestro is further intensifying its cooperation with Tongji University in Shanghai to address the market needs even faster. The Covestro -Tongji Innovation Academy is now expanding its open innovation collaboration by focusing particularly on digitalization, enhancing EV battery performance, and deriving innovative materials to improve car interior air quality as well as exploring the Chinese robotics industry.