Polyurethane news (page 2)

All news on Polyurethane (also known as PU, PUR, spandex, Lycra, and Creora): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.

11 November 2021

Vita Group and Evonik Develop Efficient PU Mattress Recycling Process

The new hydrolysis process recycles flexible PU foams into original polyol, reducing mattress waste and supporting circular economy goals in the PU foam industry.
23 January 2020

BASF Expands Polyurethane Dispersion Capacity in Spain

The investment boosts production by 30%, enhancing supply reliability and sustainability in adhesives, coatings, and packaging, while meeting rising European demand for water-based polyurethane dispersions.
20 February 2018

Lubrizol Boosts Global TPU Capacity

Expanding production in Europe, North America, and China, the company aims to meet rising demand for high-performance, sustainable materials with ongoing investments in elastomers, aliphatics, and adhesives.
6 November 2017

Covestro Boosts Global Polyurethane Dispersion Capacity

New facilities in Europe, China, and the U.S. will meet rising demand for sustainable, waterborne polyurethane dispersions in coatings, adhesives, and various industries, driven by VOC regulations.
7 April 2017

BASF Expands Lemförde Site

A new production line and dispatch hall are being built, with infrastructure upgrades. The project, costing a double-digit million figure, aims to enhance global competence in polyurethane specialties.
23 June 2015

BASF Launches Pilot Plant for PU-Aerogel Insulating Panels

The new pilot plant produces SLENTITE® PU-aerogel panels, offering high-performance insulation with minimal space requirements, excellent moisture regulation, and design flexibility.

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