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Laser Welding of Engineering Plastics

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0100

Laser welding of plastics has progressed from light-duty applications to mass-production automotive applications where high performance and reliability are required.
In order to meet high-performance... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Understanding Biobased and Biodegradable-Compostable Plastics

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0100
Get the fundamentals of biobased plastics and biodegradable-compostable plastics.
Biobased plastics, based on renewable feedstocks, offer the intrinsic value of a reduced carbon footprint, in harmony with the... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Process Troubleshooting for Twin-Screw Compounding Extruders

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0100
Get an overview of factors affecting compound product quality and process instabilities on intermeshing, co-rotating twin-screw extruders.
The basis for all troubleshooting activities first requires some definition of... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Polyolefin-Based Alloys and Composites Optimization

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0100
This advanced presentation helps viewers develop higher performance polyolefin-based alloys blends and composites , by sharing best practices.

By better mastering compatibilization, viewers will unlock... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Additives: The Basics

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0100
Though commonly overlooked, additives are an extremely important part of film and packaging design/function. They are often responsible for many specialty performance characteristics of the substrates that we use every day. Without... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Tensile Method Review & Comparison for Reinforced Polymer Composites

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0100
Test methods ASTM D 638 and ASTM D 3039 are both currently used to determine the tensile properties of reinforced polymer composites. They differ significantly in methodology from sample geometry to reporting... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Designing Multifunctional Polymers and Composites by the Addition of Graphene Nanoplatelets

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0100
The graphene structure of carbon is largely responsible for the unprecedentedly high levels of intrinsic mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties of carbon nanotubes (CNTs).
Though the tubular graphene structure in the... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Green Buildings: Mapping Opportunities for Plastics

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0100
Clarify opportunities for your plastics in green building applications with a structured review of material requirements and technology adoption.

Independent expert Dr. Donald Rosato will give insight on latest... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Introduction to Bioplastics, Part 2

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0100
With this 2-part video (see Part 1), get a jump-start into the world of bioplastics with a structured review presenting
·         The... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Introduction to Bioplastics, Part 1

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0100
With this 2-part video (see Part 2), get a jump-start into the world of bioplastics with a structured review presenting
·         The... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Optimizing Your Measurement Strategy

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Approve and validate faster your plastic parts by reviewing how to:
·         Define a proper measurement strategy
·        ... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Latest Lightweight Solutions for Automotive Applications

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0100
This video will boost your business & development strategies for automotive applications by reviewing the most promising lightweight innovations.

Material and process technologies are discussed for their potential to reduce weight... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Solubility study using DSC and rheology of melt mixed drugs-polymers for hot melt extrusion process

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0100
The solubility of active pharmaceutical ingredient particle in a molten water soluble polymer is commonly studied via thermal characterization. Based on a practical example of the solubility of acetaminophen in... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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SBC processing & performance for elastomeric films in personal care

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0200
Styrenic block copolymers (SBCs) are increasingly being used in the production of elastomeric films for personal care and hygiene applications such as diapers. In recent years, the demand for elastomeric films has grown with... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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EU Food Contact Regulation: Migration Testing, Declaration of Compliance & Liability Issues

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0200

Strengthen your understanding of the EU food contact regulation framework and get expert insight on best compliance strategies:
Select & perform migration tests... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Latest Barrier Solutions in Food Packaging

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0200
This video will help you clarify opportunities that are emerging in food packaging by reviewing latest innovations in barrier technology (bioplastics, active packaging, built-in barrier resins...).... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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New recycling process for PET bottle flakes for food-contact applications

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0200

This video presents bench-scale and pilot-scale results of a new process developed by Bepex International LLC for recycling post-consumer PET bottle flakes for food-contact applications.

Ground and washed... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Wood Plastic Composites for Injection Molding:
Possibilities and Limitations

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0200

Wood plastic composites (WPC), in general, are polymer matrix composites that utilize wood fibers or particles as the reinforcing phase. Most WPCs have been used for extruded profiles, which have considerable market... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Accelerated Fracture Mechanics Lifetime Prediction of PE Pressure Pipes

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0200

Polyethylene (PE) pipe systems have been employed widely in fuel gas and water supply and in sewage systems for more than 50 years. As a result of improvements in the raw materials, an increase in minimum service life to possibly 100... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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Latest Fuel Barrier Solutions and Opportunities for Higher Performance

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0200
This video will help you get ready for next generation fuel systems by reviewing:

Current permeation standards in fuel regulations framework
Latest trends in fuel and biofuel development ... (Video - Learning on Demand)

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SpecialChem4Polymers.com The unique library of Plastics Videos

Laser Welding of Engineering Plastics

Understanding Biobased and Biodegradable-Compostable Plastics

Process Troubleshooting for Twin-Screw Compounding Extruders

Polyolefin-Based Alloys and Composites Optimization

Additives: The Basics

Tensile Method Review & Comparison for Reinforced Polymer Composites

Designing Multifunctional Polymers and Composites by the Addition of Graphene Nanoplatelets

Green Buildings: Mapping Opportunities for Plastics

Introduction to Bioplastics, Part 2

Introduction to Bioplastics, Part 1

Optimizing Your Measurement Strategy

Latest Lightweight Solutions for Automotive Applications

Solubility study using DSC and rheology of melt mixed drugs-polymers for hot melt extrusion process

SBC processing & performance for elastomeric films in personal care

EU Food Contact Regulation: Migration Testing, Declaration of Compliance & Liability Issues

Latest Barrier Solutions in Food Packaging

New recycling process for PET bottle flakes for food-contact applications

Wood Plastic Composites for Injection Molding: Possibilities and Limitations

Accelerated Fracture Mechanics Lifetime Prediction of PE Pressure Pipes

Latest Fuel Barrier Solutions and Opportunities for Higher Performance

Wood Plastic Composites for Injection Molding:
Possibilities and Limitations