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Conventional auto batteries are heavy for the energy they store, and they degrade easily if not cycled properly. This crucial under-the-hood part has not seen any major advances in technology over the decades. As a result, substitution/replacement technologies are being developed. Battery makers and auto manufacturers have turned to lithium-ion batteries because they are smaller, lighter, able to hold a charge longer and have a higher energy density. Plastics play a vital role in such batteries, particularly in their use as separator membranes between the anodes and cathodes of these devices. Read in
Pre-2008, construction activity in developing economies as a result of infrastructure projects, growth in housing and urban infrastructure, propped up PVC demand. After the global economic collapse of 2008, PVC demand has remained feeble as weak economic outlook continues to hamper construction activity-the key application sector. Deteriorating economic conditions that impacted the construction sector combined with destocking along the chain; were the main reasons for the drop in PVC demand. Demand has started to pick up and consumption growth in developing economies in 2010 will prove vital for global producers. Read more in
Nickel-metal hydride batteries account for 97% of the hybrid electric vehicle market, by revenue. However, this technology has reached its maturity; and Lithium-ion technology is advancing more quickly, offering better overall performance characteristics such as longer life, high energy density, increased light-weightedness. Read about the leading suppliers, the growing markets, increasing applications, etc in
Developed countries of Western Europe , USA and Japan will continue to account for over 70% of demand for pharmaceutical packaging. China will provide the strongest growth opportunities. India and Brazil will also generate strong gains, but will comprise only a relatively small percentage of the total world market. USA will remain the largest consumer as its advanced drug-producing sector introduces new sophisticated therapies with specialized packaging needs. Growth in West Europe will reflect upgraded government standards. Read details in
Large diameter pipe demand in USA is projected to grow at 2.2% pa to more than 200 mln feet in 2012. Plastic pipes will present the best growth as a result of resin and machinery improvements enabling greater penetration of water distribution, sewer and other applications. Interestingly, demand for large diameter pipe in China is expected to increase 9% pa to 87.7 mln meters in 2012. Gains will be fueled by continuing increases in spending on physical infrastructure construction, which will support demand for large diameter pipe in drainage, gas and petroleum distribution, etc. Read more in
Pipes with diameter from 500mm to 2000mm are typically considered as large diameter PE pipes. Know about the potential applications, important factors in the design of large diameter PE systems, factors that determine choosing large diameter extruders and down-line equipment, factors to remember while handling large diameter PE pipes. For a review and summary of some of the details of large diameter PE pipes, read
Under the China-Asean Free Trade Area (CAFTA) that came into effect on January 1, 2010, trade between China and six ASEAN countries for over 7,000 products has become duty-free. This has resulted in substantial increase in bilateral trade, bilateral investment, lowering of mutual tariff levels, etc. However, many feel that with this FTA, China has opened free trade on the export side and protectionism on the import side. The CAFTA may end up exposing ASEAN markets to Chinese manufactured products. Read in
CPVC piping systems are fast and easy to install. Lightweight CPVC piping systems are approved for stand-alone and multipurpose sprinkler applications in concealed and exposed settings. They also meet the requirements of all major model building codes. To understand the increasing market share of CPVC in the sprinkler industry, it is important to understand what makes it unique. To know the factors that affect the economic and performance benefits, read
Nanoparticles coated with a sticky protein that makes them cling onto artery walls while they slowly release drugs, have been developed. The drug released inhibits cell division and helps prevent growth of scar tissue that can clog arteries. The team has developed and tested the nanoburrs as potential drug-releasing agents for targeting and repairing damaged blood vessels. Read in
    
PRICE TRENDS for the week
NAPHTHA   
Open-spec naphtha for H2-October ended the week of September 6, 2010 at US$680/MT. At least 115,000 tons of African/Mediterranean naphtha will land in Asia between H2-September and H1-October despite a well supplied....
ETHYLENE   
Ethylene prices have risen to US$980/MT in Asia in the week of September 6, 2010, propped by a recovery that commenced mid-month, as end-users actively started seeking spot cargoes for downstream production, especially...
PROPYLENE   
Propylene prices spiked to US$1200/MT in Asia in the week of September 6, 2010. Total increase has touched almost US$100/ton since the beginning of August. The main reason driving prices...
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