SOLVAY

More PVDF capacity in France / Strong demand for EV batteries

DYNEON

New PTFE-based 3D printing process called quicker and cheaper / Patent application

DYNEON

Enhanced properties from second-generation PTFE / Improved safety and cost benefits

HIGH-PERFORMANCE PLASTICS

Rising demand for polymeric materials with metal-like properties / Niche products make gains / Automotive, E&E, aviation and medical technology sectors as key drivers / Global capacities exceed 800,000 t/y

DYNEON

World's first fluoropolymer recycling facility starts operations

3M

Fluoroelastomer capacity expansion in the US / Cooperating with DSM on PA-based light-weight blends

DYNEON

First recycling facility for fluoropolymer production scrap in Germany / Operation to begin in mid-2014

3M

Dyneon subsidiary doubles fluoropolymer capacity in Burgkirchen / EUR 60m investment

RESEARCH

German scientists develop new recycling technique for fluoropolymers / Striving for pilot plant