Polyvinyl chloride news (page 2)

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  8 October 2025

  Mitsubishi Chemical's Research on ZELAS™ AMP for Medical Devices

  Joint research aims to apply ZELAS™ AMP elastomer in medical devices, reducing anticoagulant use and coating costs, enhancing safety and functionality. Market launch planned for 2027.
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  25 September 2025

  Genox Technology's J2000: Leading Pipe Shredder in Recycling Industry

  The J2000 pipe shredder efficiently recycles large-diameter pipes, enhancing performance and reducing energy use, with global service support and positive customer feedback.
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  16 September 2025

  POLYVANTIS Unveils New Label Films at Labelexpo 2025

  New PMMA and PC films offer UV protection, anti-counterfeiting, and compliance with safety standards, addressing industry challenges in labeling.
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  8 July 2025

  Vynova to End PVC Production at Beek Site

  Production at Beek to end by Nov 2025 due to market pressures. 100 jobs affected. Support initiatives planned for employees.
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  31 December 2023

  Baerlocher UK expands calcium-based PVC stabiliser capacity

  Five-decade evolution from distributor to UK producer; 1997 production start, 2000 granules, 2022 capacity +50% to meet recyclable-PVC demand in UK & Ireland.
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  21 February 2020

  Paste PVC Plant Expansion in Burghausen

  The Burghausen plant now uses microsuspension for flexible PVC production. Investments include new reactors, a dryer, expanded control room, silos, and a recycling system for cooling water.

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  4 February 2020

  Caris to Invest $100M in PVC Guardrail Plant in Ukraine

  A $100M plant in Ukraine will produce next-gen plastic guardrails for European markets. The JV will operate 100 production lines, aiming for $1.19B revenue, with ongoing investment over five years.
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  13 November 2019

  LANXESS Restructures Organometal Operations at Bergkamen

  Expanding aluminum-based organometal production; selling tin-based organometal business to PMC Group; aims for stable, profitable growth.
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  17 September 2018

  INOVYN to Boost PVC Production in Belgium

  The expansion will add 200ktes capacity to meet demand in various sectors by 2020, with further investments in specialty PVC and VCM capacity, supporting a pan-European growth strategy.
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  14 December 2017

  INOVYN Unveils Specialty Vinyls Expansion Plan

  The plan includes a 120ktonne capacity boost across five European sites by 2020, driven by their advanced R&D center to meet rising global demand and enhance market leadership.
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  27 July 2017

  Mexichem's VESTOLIT Expands Specialty PVC Capacity in Germany

  The new production line at the Marl plant adds 40 kt drying capacity for Paste-PVC, confirming quality standards. VESTOLIT is Europe's sole HIS-PVC maker and a key paste PVC producer.
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  7 May 2013

  Solvay and INEOS to Form Leading PVC Producer

  The joint venture will combine European chlorvinyls activities, creating a top-three global PVC producer with EUR 4.3 billion in sales, 5,650 employees, and significant operational synergies.
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  19 October 2012

  Vinnolit Expands Burghausen PVC Plant

  The Burghausen plant's PVC production capacity increased to 100,000 tons annually, enhancing market position. Key markets include Eastern Europe, Turkey, China, India, and Brazil.
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  12 October 2004

  Vinnolit Expands Paste-PVC Capacity in Burghausen

  The Burghausen plant's annual capacity will rise from 50kt to 71kt, involving a new spray dryer and polymerisation upgrades. Investments in Burghausen and Knapsack total €30 million.