Solvay is studying the construction of an epichlorohydrin production plant in Taixing, China, with an initial capacity of 100,000 tons per year. The plant, which is expected tostart producing in 2013, will be based on innovative Epicerol® technology. The plant is set to serve the rapidly growing Chinese epichlorohydrin market, which currently represents 29% of the [...]
PlantBottle PET plastic beverage bottles are made with up to 30 percent of their PET material derived from plants. The Coca-Cola Company has worked with partners to develop a process for making PET plastic bottles that contain a blend of traditional material and up to 30 percent plant-based material. The plant-based material is [...]
Let’s be honest: Tires make the world go round. Unless you’re a professional speed walker, your method of transportation probably involves tires of some sort.
But these tires don’t last forever. Whether it’s an irreparable flat or loss of tread, eventually tires need to be replaced. Some tires can be retreaded for a second life, but [...]