Apr 2010 CONTENTS Perspective 20 Green Technologies Gain A Boost at CHINAPLAS 2010 “Reduce”, “Reuse” and “Recycle” will likely be among the words most heard in the upcoming CHINAPLAS 2010, to be held under the theme of “Green Plastics. Our Goal. Our Future”. The 3Rs are not only important to enterprises which want to realize green manufacturing in their operations, but are also the subjects to be hotly debated and promoted in the major plastics production bases of the world, such as China. 24 EUROMAP on Green Technology and Industry Trends 26 Exhibitors Speak on Goals and Strategies in 2010 38 Technologies Leading to Productivity Increase in Extrusion China In Focus 41 China Plastics Industry Fueled by Strong Domestic Demand in 2009 43 Material Supplier: Relying on R&D for Further Innovations 44 Machinery Provider: Striking a Balance between Domestic and Overseas Markets Market Lookout 46 The Outlook of Important Plastics and Rubber Industries 2009 was a tough year for the world economy after the global financial crisis unfolded. Fortunately, like other industrial sectors, signs of recovery have been shown in the plastic and rubber industry by the end of 2009. International Plastics Technology Plastics Application 49 China's Demand and Production in Medical Plastics Remain Bullish Product Design 52 The Art of Product Design Product designers need the vision to understand the functions of the product, give inputs in its appearance and also enhance product quality. 53 Conductive Polyamide 6 for Fuel Filter Housing 54 Modern Coffee Dispensing System Using Polyetherimide Chemicals and Raw Material 56 The Application and Industrialization of Bio-based Degradable Materials—PHA 58 New Applications of Additives in Plastics Processing Technologies 61 Customized Solutions Give Competitive Edge 63 Innovations Bring Processing Techniques to Next Level Rubber and Elastomers 65 The Magic of Plastic-Rubber Composite 68 TPE Used in Outdoor Activities 69 Efficient Production of LSR O-ring Others 12 Editor's Note 14 Industry Updates 70 Show Express 73 Product Supply 76 Chinese Abstracts Photo Courtesy for cover: BASF, Bayer MaterialScience, Evonik, Gerresheimer, Kiefel GmbH, Milliken, Teknor Apex

2010年4月 目录 專題報道 20 綠色技術在“2010國際橡塑展”展豐姿 在今屆國際橡塑展主題“綠色製造．共塑未來”之下，參加展會人仕將可充份領略減少使用(Reduce)、物盡其用(Reuse)及循環再用(Recycle)等技術在塑料工業的重要性。 24 EUROMAP 論綠色技術應用及行業發展 26 CHINAPLAS 展商談發展目標及策略 38 領先擠出技術搶“鮮”看 聚焦中國 41 內需促2009年中國塑料工業向好發展 受內需帶動，2009年中國塑料制品工業產量產值仍逆勢保持了兩位數的良好增速，但出口尚未恢復。本文結合中國統計局及海關的數據，描繪了2009年中國塑料制品及其原料、設備工業的發展概況。 43 材料供應商依靠研發拓展空間 44 設備行業謀求本土及海外市場並行發展 市場趨勢 46 全球重點塑機行業發展展望 金融危機爆發後的2009年，全球經濟可謂跌宕起伏。幸運的是，復蘇的跡象在2009年底也出現在橡塑領域。不同國家的行業報告顯示，2010年有望看到經濟的復蘇。 國際橡塑科技 塑料應用 49 中國醫用塑料生產需求火熱 50 最新醫用塑料技術速遞 產品設計 52 家品設計﹕把關“創新”的質量 工業設計不同於純粹的概念設計，任何一個產品的設計，都必須考慮到工業化相關的所有因素。不只是產品的結構設計要考慮材料、成型等因素，產品的外觀同樣需要考慮各種功能性的實現，甚至要考慮到所用材料的特點。因而，看來只是“表面”的外觀設計同樣可見真功夫。 53 燃油過濾器用導電尼龍6 54 PEI“調制”美味咖啡 化學品及原料 56 生物基完全可生物降解材料PHA的應用及產業化 58 助劑涵蓋多方面應用 加工技術及裝備 61 訂製解決方案具競爭優勢 63 創新提升加工技術 橡膠與彈性體 65 橡膠與塑料的並用 68 TPE輕松應對戶外嚴峻環境挑戰 69 LSR O型圈的高效生產 其他 12 編者的話 14 工業新聞 70 展會快訊 73 新產品 76 中文摘要 讀者查詢表刊於70與71頁之間 封面照片提供：BASF,Bayer MaterialScience,Evonik,Gerresheimer,Kiefel GmbH,Milliken,Teknor Apex

Apr 2010 Editor's Note After the launch of CPRJ International last October, this second edition of the magazine greets you all in the new year, bringing to you the latest updates on the plastics industry, and more importantly, an early preview on the important annual event of CHINAPLAS 2010. Being the world's third-largest and Asia's no.1 plastic and rubber exhibition, CHINAPLAS 2010 will be held from April 19 to 22, 2010 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Pudong, Shanghai. This year's CHINAPLAS will be staged with a record-breaking exhibition area of 150,000 square meters. More than 2,100 world-renowned exhibitors from more than 30 countries and regions, along with 10 country/region pavilions from Austria, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, the US, China and Taiwan Province, will jointly welcome an estimated visitor flow of 75,000 from more than 130 countries and regions. With the theme, “Green Plastics•Our Goal•Our Future”, CHINAPLAS 2010 features a range of activities related to environmental protection while updating the plastics industry on the latest eco-friendly technologies, such as those for energy-saving, environmental protection and emission reduction. CPRJ International is official media of CHINAPLAS, catering for the technology sourcing needs of the show's visitors from China and overseas countries/regions. In the main articles of this edition, interviews with some of the exhibitors have revealed interesting market developments and trends of the global plastics industry, in addition to individual companies' strategies on achieving their goals this year. Industry statistics of various countries showed that the global plastics and rubber industry has gradually increased its activities. A market rebound has been observed since the last quarter of 2009. Improved financial results announced by some industrial majors have confirmed the trend of recovery in some important markets. Against such background, the dynamic growth seen last year in China's plastics and rubber market is particularly encouraging. With reference to the China Plastics Processing Industry Association figures, the Chinese plastic industry registered a double-digit growth in both output volume and value in 2009. In the “China in Focus” column, and as a part of the CHINAPLAS 2010 preview, we have invited a number of Chinese technology suppliers/exhibitors to share with us their latest products, as well as their plans on continuous development. Besides, they also tell us about the present situations of the raw materials and plastic machinery markets in China. 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Industry Updates Europe Automotive receives major orders for PET strand pelletizing systems Announced by Automatik Plastics Machinery GmbH, a Grossostheim based, German plastics machinery supplier, that the company is now ready to ship eight underwater strand palletizing systems for the production of PET to engineering company Lurgi GmbH, for onward shipment to its end customer in Brazil, PetroquimicaSuape. For Automatik, this project marks the culmination of several major orders for pelletizing systems placed during 2009. The order consists of eight complete M-USG 900 H underwater strand pelletizing systems in a horizontal line orientation, including fluid-heated die heads, the pelletizers and CENTRO 1600 centrifugal dryers to efficiently dry the cylindrical pellets. Each of these pelletizing lines, well suited for the production of PET, can attain an operating throughput of 9,500 kg/h. A follow-on project with two more underwater pelletizing systems of type M-USG 300 H is scheduled for delivery later in the half of 2010. Among the key factors for Lurgi (formerly Zimmer AG) in placing the order with Automatik Plastics Machinery were the strong ties and proven track record of successful project cooperation between the two companies, both of which go back decades. In addition, Automatik Plastics Machinery leads globally in PET pelletizing applications with over 1,800 customers currently using its solutions. Caption: Eight M-USG 900 H strand pelletizing systems KIEFEL GmbH announces new corporate structure KIEFEL GmbH, the southern Germany-based manufacturer of industrial machines and plant equipment for the processing of plastics, has been implementing a new corporate structure. Effective from February 1, 2010, the company was organized into divisions designated “Automotive Industry”, “Medical Industry”, “Packaging Industry” and “After-Sales-Service” respectively. “This new corporate structure is designed to let us target our products and services at each individual sector, while effective cooperation between the areas of sales, engineering, project management and sector-specific processing technology is intended to deliver clear increases in efficiency. The objective of all this is to sharpen the focus on our markets, our customers and their respective projects.” says CEO Thomas J. Halletz. Changes to the company management team have been announced at the same time: Anton Huber, who was for many years the Managing Director for the Technical Department, left the company on January 31, 2010 to take up new professional challenges. Thomas J. Halletz, previously Managing Director for Sales, also took on – effective from February 1, 2010–the responsibility for the Technical Department. Peter Eisl, previously Head of Finance and Controlling, was the new Managing Director of the Commercial Department. Asia SIMONA opens new plant in China SIMONA, a German manufacturer of thermoplastic products, has scheduled April 10, 2010 for the official opening of the company's first production facility in Asia. Located in the southern Chinese province of Guangdong, the company's Jiangmen site spans an area in excess of 40,000 square meters. The facility built as part of the first phase of construction will accommodate extrusion lines for the production of polyolefin sheets. Subsequent phases will focus on the expansion of production facilities to include PVC products by the end of 2010. The company has invested approximately US$10 million in the new plant. “The new plant in Asia clearly illustrates our commitment to an incisive programme of internationalization and a long-term CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Industry Updates policy of growth,” said Wolfgang Moyses, CEO of SIMONA AG, adding that the company would continue to pursue its investment plans despite challenging economic conditions. Moyses went on to explain that the Asia/Pacific region is one of the fastest-growing markets for plastic products. “In taking the decision to establish a plant in Asia, we have also responded to our customers' local requirements, the aim being to serve the market with faster response times and thus realize the enormous potential of the Asia/Pacific region. Within this context, SIMONA will be positioning itself as a quality leader for all areas of applications. Drawing on our unrivalled expertise in the field of process engineering and leveraging our local production capabilities, we are committed to capturing additional market share in this region.” Among SIMONA's principal sales markets are chemical tank and equipment engineering, the semiconductor industry, mechanical engineering and the mining industry. SIMONA serves the Asia/Pacific region via its sales offices in Hong Kong and Shanghai. Business in the Asia/Pacific region is headed by Edmund Poon, who joined SIMONA in 1996. Caption: SIMONA plant in Jiangmen LANXESS brings forward new rubber facility project in Singapore The world's leading synthetic rubber company LANXESS has brought forward its plans to build a new butyl rubber facility in Singapore. The company will hold a groundbreaking ceremony in May, 2010, and production is expected to start in the first quarter of 2013. The 100,000 tons per annum plant on Jurong Island will require an investment of up to 400 million euros (US$575 million). CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Industry Updates Caption: LANXESS confirms building new butyl rubber facility in Singapore The plant will help serve the rising demand for tires that is being driven by the trend towards greater mobility, in particular among the growing middle-class in countries such as China and India. In addition, the distinct properties of butyl rubber make it an important product of choice for the pharmaceutical industry, in particular in Asia. In June 2009, LANXESS postponed the production start of the plant until 2014 due to the effects of the global economic crisis. This led to a period of de-stocking and high volatility of customer ordering. However, demand has stabilized in the last six months and the global butyl rubber market is expected to grow again annually by an average of more than three percent in the coming years. LANXESS' two existing butyl rubber production facilities in Zwijndrecht, Belgium, and Sarnia, Canada, are currently running at high capacity rates. Global tire sales are expected to return to pre-crisis levels in 2011 as the tire replacement market and new vehicle production levels gradually recover. In order to meet this growing demand, LANXESS' customers - the world's leading tire manufacturers - are planning capacity expansions in the BRIC markets. They are also relying on LANXESS' expertise to provide innovative solutions to meet higher environmental and safety standards in tires. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries ties up with ENGEL in multi-component IMM Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Plastic Technology Co., Ltd. (MHI-PT), an injection molding machinery subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), has agreed with ENGEL AUSTRIA GmbH, an Austrian injection molding machinery manufacturer, to tie up in the area of multi-component molding machinery - machines capable of combining different types of resin material. Under the agreement MHI-PT will market medium-size two-material co-injection molding machines supplied by ENGEL, mainly in the Japanese market, under the “Mitsubishi-ENGEL” brand name. By complementing its own product portfolio of multi-component molding machinery this way, MHI-PT aims to establish a leading position in the Japanese market within this category. ENGEL will supply hydraulic double-injection machines with a rotary platen system and featuring less than 1,000 ton clamping capacity. MHI-PT will soon begin accepting enquiries mainly from Japanese customers. MHI-PT will undertake all activities relating to sales of this machinery; from marketing, coordination of customer specification requests and order acceptance to installation, test operation and after-sale services, including parts supply. By expanding its product offerings in the Japanese market, MHI-PT will further strengthen its capability to provide a broad variety of solutions suited to the local market. At present MHI-PT has commercialized extra-large and large-size electric double-injection molding machines with rotary platens offering clamping capacities of 3,000 and 1,450 tons, respectively. While the company has already delivered these machines in significant numbers to major automobile parts manufacturers and home electronics makers, demand has been increasing for multi-resin component molding machines with clamping capacities below 1,000 tons. By adding machines made by ENGEL - which has established a firm position in hydraulic molding machinery as the world's largest injection molding machinery manufacturer - to its product lineup, MHI-PT aims to respond expeditiously to this demand for smaller machines. Nissei establishes S&S office in Taicang, China Nissei Plastic Industrial Co., Ltd., a Japanese company majoring injection molding machinery, has established a “NISSEI PLASTIC (SHANGHAI) CO., LTD. TAICANG BRANCH”, which will function as a sales and service office, in its production subsidiary“NISSEI PLASTIC MACHINERY (TAICANG) CO., LTD.”in China. Operation began from March 1, 2010. Currently, NISSEI runs three facilities near Shanghai area: sales subsidiary “NISSEI PLASTIC (SHANGHAI) CO., LTD.” in Shanghai Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone, its Shanghai branch CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Industry Updates Caption: New Taicang Branch for Nissei in Shanghai urban area, and production subsidiary“NISSEI PLASTIC MACHINERY (TAICANG) CO., LTD.” in Taicang, which was established last year. The purpose of opening this Taicang branch is to provide better efficiency and availability for sales and customer support in Shanghai area. NISSEI is transferring staff and all its functions from the Shanghai branch to the new Taicang branch as well as the technical center for customer support, training school, and parts warehouse from the headquarters "NISSEI PLASTIC (SHANGHAI) CO., LTD." to begin operation in March. Accordingly, the Shanghai branch will be closed. The Taicang branch will be opened within the premise of Taicang production subsidiary. The technical center, classroom, and parts warehouse are located on the 1st floor, and the office is on the 2nd floor. Qatar Petroleum and ExxonMobil Chemical sign agreement for petrochemical complex in Ras Laffan Qatar Petroleum (QP), a state-owned corporation of Qatar and ExxonMobil Chemical Qatar Limited, a subsidiary of Exxon Mobil Corporation, announced in early January the signature of an agreement to progress the joint development of a world-scale petrochemical complex in Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar. The proposed complex would include the world's largest steam cracker and polyethylene plants, and one of the world's largest ethylene glycol plants. The announcement was made by His Excellency, Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Qatar Deputy Premier, Minister of Energy and Industry and QP Chairman, CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Industry Updates and by Steve Pryor, President, ExxonMobil Chemical Company, at a signing ceremony held in Doha. The proposed petrochemical complex would include a 1.6 MTA steam cracker, two 650 KTA gas phase polyethylene plants, and a 700 KTA ethylene glycol plant. The project will employ ExxonMobil's proprietary steam cracking and polyethylene process, and product technologies. It will utilize feedstock from gas development projects in Qatar's North Field and produce a range of premium products to serve global petrochemical demand, with a particular focus on the growing Asia markets. Borouge further expands capabilities in China Borouge, a provider of innovative value creating plastics solutions, announced the incorporation of Borouge Sales and Marketing (Guangzhou) Co. Ltd. The inauguration of the new company, held at the Shangri-La Hotel on January 6, was attended by its customers, senior government officials from the Guangzhou Municipal Government and the United Arab Emirates as well as Members of the Boards of Borouge. “With the relative strength of the Chinese economy, China will very soon become the largest consumption market for polyolefins globally,” said Rashed Saud Al Shamsi, Chairman of the Board of Borouge Pte, Borouge's Marketing Company, at the inauguration. “As such we will continue to expand our investments in China and support the growth of the market. The establishment of a sales and marketing company in Guangzhou is the next phase of our expansion and it reflects our ongoing commitment to China.” Supported by a Guangzhou based logistics hub, fully operational in mid-2010 and capable of supplying approximately 246,000 tons of value-added polyethylene and polypropylene annually to its customers in the region, the new company will optimise the service that Borouge provides and further develop the company's growth in the region. Start-up of the proposed facility is estimated in late 2015. Qatar Petroleum and ExxonMobil are currently working together to diversify the use of Qatar's North Field gas including the expansion of facilities to deliver liquefied natural gas resources to targeted markets, and the supply of pipeline gas to domestic customers. North America SPI announces NPE2012 committee A newly appointed committee of plastics company officials will be responsible for maximizing the return on investment for exhibitors and visitors at the NPE2012 international plastics exposition, it was announced earlier by SPI: The Plastics Industry Trade Association, which produces the triennial NPE. Chairing the NPE2012 Committee is John Effmann, director of sales and marketing for ENTEK Manufacturing, Inc. Serving as NPE2012 vice-chairman is James O. (Jim) Murphy president of the Extrusion Systems business at Davis-Standard, LLC. The NPE2012 Executive Committee headed by Effmann and Murphy is responsible for policymaking and planning and includes the chairpersons and vice-chairpersons of five subcommittees. Working with these industry leaders will be SPI staff in charge of implementing the decisions of the NPE2012 Committee. Caption: John Effmann (left) and Jim Murphy, Chairman and Vice-Chairman of NPE2012 The NPE2012 subcommittees and their chairpersons are: # Operations: Glenn Anderson, vice president and general manager, Milacron Inc. # Sales & Marketing: Larry Doyle, vice president, global sales and marketing, The Conair Group, Inc. # New Technology: Tim Stojka, president and CEO, Fast Heat Inc. and Agentis Energy. Stojka was chairman of NPE2006. # International: Kurt Waldhauer, president and CEO, American Maplan Corp. # Education: Ana Elena Fernandez, director of business development, Reedy International. Scheduled for April 1 to 5, 2012, NPE2012 will take place in Orlando, Florida, a new venue for NPE. ■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective Green Technologies Gain A Boost at CHINAPLAS 2010 By Staff Reporters “Reduce”, “Reuse” and “Recycle” will likely be among the words most heard in the upcoming CHINAPLAS 2010, to be held under the theme of “Green Plastics. Our Goal. Our Future”. The 3Rs are not only important to enterprises which want to realize green manufacturing in their operations, but are also the subjects to be hotly debated and promoted in the major plastics production bases of the world, such as China. In this year's CHINAPLAS, together with the three-day concurrent event, “Industrial Forum on Green Plastics and Rubber”, professionals in the industry will have plenty of opportunities to find for themselves their ideal “green solutions”. Through years of promotion, energy saving and environmental protection are now widely-adopted as the trends and the future of the plastics and rubber industries. As described by the organizer of CHINAPLAS 2010, the rising global awareness of environment protection has helped boost the demands for innovative energy-saving technologies, renewable and recyclable materials for production enhancement and products' competitiveness. According to the latest report from Freedonia, worldwide demand on bioplastics (resins that are biodegradable or derived from plant-based sources) will increase to 900,000 tones in 2013 at an annual growth rate of 35.1%. The driving force is mainly from consumers' demand for environmentally sustainable products and the development of bio-based feedstocks for commodity resins. In view of the growing attention to green plastics, CHINAPLAS this year is to host a series of concurrent activities under the theme of “Green Plastics • Our Goal • Our Future”. Caption: Promoting green technologies: Stanley Chu (Third from right): Liao Zhengpin (Second from right) Timely theme CHINAPLAS 2010, the 24th International Exhibition on Plastics and Rubber Industries, will soon open its doors for industry professionals from around the world on April 19. The four-day event to be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Shanghai, China, will present about 2,000 global exhibitors and their technologies for the plastics industry on a total exhibition area of 150,000 square metres. CHINAPLAS is Asia's No.1 plastics and rubber trade fair and the third largest in the world. Stanley Chu, Chairman of the organizer, Adsale Exhibition Services Ltd., comments that the selected theme for the show this year–“Green Plastics. Our Goal. Our Future” effectively outlines the future trend of the plastics industry. Since the global financial crisis erupted in 2008, the market has seen growing demand for technologies related to green manufacturing, such as energy saving machinery and green polymers, according to Mr Chu. “With the increasing awareness of global environment protection, there is a continuous demand on green plastics and machines for energy-saving and emission reduction,” he says. A number of topics related to environmentally friendly production in the plastics industry would be addressed in the “Industrial Forum on Green Plastics and Rubber” on the first three days of the show. Participants will include worldwide plastic materials and machine suppliers, technology experts and users, who will be sharing their experiences in applying green plastics technology, as well as successful cases in the sectors of automotive, building & construction, packaging, E&E, information technology and telecommunications. CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective Among the speakers are Liao Zhengpin from China Plastics Processing Industry Association, Qian Yaoen from China Plastic Machine Industry Association, Thorsten Kühmann from Europe's Association for Plastics and Rubber Machinery Manufacturers (EUROMAP), Neil Pratt from The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc (SPI) and Tsuguo Katsuura from the Japan Plastics Industry Federation. In addition, there will be a “Green Corner” at the fairground to specially showcase advanced, environmentally-friendly plastic products and technologies. New concepts on plastics Being one of the four most important fundamental materials in modern industry, plastics and rubber's range of application goes far beyond daily living goods, packaging products and exterior cases of electronic and electrical products, and its application has further extended to automotive, building and construction, medical and even aviation. However, it has been misunderstood by the public that the utilization of plastics and rubber leads to serious environmental pollution. In fact, with speedy development of technology, plus innovation and utilization of green plastics and energy-saving plastics machines, the previous properties of high energy consumption, high emission and low degradability have been addressed, while the state-of-the-art plastics machines make it possible to streamline the procedure, reduce the raw materials so as to realize the concepts of green manufacturing and resource-saving, and help achieve sustainable development of eco-environmental protection and development of circular economy. Caption: Stanley Chu: “With the increasing awareness of global environment protection, there is a continuous demand on green plastics and machines for energy-saving and emission reduction.” Liao Zhengpin, President of China Plastics Processing Industry Association who attended a CHINAPLAS 2010 press conference in Beijing, said that during China's 12th Five-Year Plan, the industry would optimize the product design and economical use of materials, such as optimizing the design of hollow product and controlling its wall thickness, and to encourage domestic suppliers of plastics machines to develop energy conservation products. Moreover, the industry will also step up recycling of plastic wastes and move toward circular economy and sustainable development; while also increasing effort on research and development of degradable plastics. ■ Ten tips for green plastics processing 1. Improve quality benchmark. The energy consumed to break down, recycle and reprocess sub-standard plastics parts is 2 to 10 times more. 2. Choose the right cooling media for your plastics machinery. Cleaning of cooling system requires more than a half day's work. 3. Adopt latest alternative of heating for injection molding machine. For instance, the use of electromagnetic induction can lower electricity consumption by 20~70%. 4. Adopt latest servo driving technologies. Machinery with servo driving structure saves energy as well as space. 5. Utilize bioplastics in high-performance, important applications – bioplastics should not be used only in disposable items. 6. Realize “zero emission” in building and construction by employing polymeric insulation materials. 7. Keep a close eye on the growth of polymer business. For solar industries, it is expected that the related polymer consumption in the next ten years will grow not less than 50%. 8. Integrate steps into a single production unit, whenever possible. Leading injection molding machine makers have all developed similar unit. 9. Plan better from the design stage if you want to produce a product with eco-friendly features. 10. Understand the lifecycle of each product part in production. Green manufacturing goes beyond the selection of green materials. By Dennis Duan,CPRJ Senior Editor CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective EUROMAP on Green Technology and Industry Trends Thorsten Kühmann, Secretary General of EUROMAP, talks exclusively to CPRJ International about the European approach towards green plastics; the recovery of the plastics machinery sectors; and how the plastics industry find new opportunities in the present global economy. CPRJ: CHINAPLAS 2010 put emphasis on the applications of green technologies in plastics and rubber processing. What is EUROMAP’ s opinion on that? KÜHMANN: This new approach is highly appreciated by EUROMAP, its member associations as well as its member companies. Adsale, as organiser of CHINAPLAS, certainly made a step in the right direction. The green technology approach upgrades the quality of CHINAPLAS. It is a meaningful decision to make use of the knowledge and experiences that have already been made in other parts of the world. The European plastics and rubber industries have been confronted with green technology in all of its various aspects for a couple of years already and they are eager to share this know-how for the mutual benefit of the Chinese and European plastics and rubber industries. CPRJ: In Europe, what are the main challenges in promoting green technology? KÜHMANN: Irrespective of the outcome of the World Climate Conference in Copenhagen late last year, the EU has set the decisive goal to reduce CO2 emissions by 20% by the year 2020. This aim is consistently implemented and applied in all sectors of the economy and industry. One well-known example is the ban of the traditional light bulb in all countries of the EU. These bulbs are no longer produced and sold and will be replaced gradually by energy saving lamps. Especially in Germany, very strict requirements regarding the protection of environment, saving of resources and sustainability have already been implemented during the past years. The idea and realisation of waste separation, recovery and recycling originated from there and is now being enforced all over the European Union. Caption: Thorsten Kühmann Recycling of plastic litter has been a factor which has positively contributed to the favourable image of plastics as material of choice in European countries. Nine countries in Europe have, according to PlasticsEurope, a recovery-quote beyond 80%; all of those have an absolute or shortened landfill ban. CPRJ: In last October, EUROMAP assumed that the economic downturn has bottomed out. Will EUROMAP expect an upswing in 2010? KÜHMANN: In autumn 2009, EUROMAP predicted overall production to fall by about 22% in 2009. On this forecast the total EUROMAP production volume should have decreased to approximately 13.6 billion Euros. According to official statistics of German and Italian plastics and rubber machinery manufacturers, the average export is down 35%. In the fourth quarter of 2009, the decline in orders has finally bottomed out in all EUROMAP member countries. New orders are on the rise again – based on a very low level in 2008. Sentiment and business expectations in the plastics and rubber converting industry have improved and are still CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective improving. The demand for plastics and rubber machines slowly seems to be on the increase again. EUROMAP expects a continuing upward trend in time for K'2010 at the latest. CPRJ: How does EUROMAP see the role China is now playing in the global plastics machinery market? KÜHMANN: China's economic rise made a significant impact on the plastics and rubber machinery industry. The production of equipment to work plastic and rubber materials increased year after year with remarkable growth rates, the strongest in the machinery industry worldwide. In 2006, China's production had already overtaken the previous no. 2 producer, Italy. The machinery industry's ascendancy continued, China's share in world production grew and in 2008 this share finally reached 19.1% - second only to the world champion, the German manufacturers of plastics and rubber machines (26%). The same development–though comparably slower - is to be seen on the export side. The share of China's exports of plastics and rubber machines has climbed from 3.2% in 2004 to 8.7% in 2008. This success is set to go on. In 2009 the country's GDP and Foreign Trade again showed impressive growth rates. Together with India, the other super power in Asia, China proved to be the most stable region during the economic crisis. Over the past years, China has become one of the most important destinations for equipment supplies from Europe. For the German manufacturers of plastics and rubber machinery, China was no. 1 market in 2008 as well as in 2009 despite the decline in exports caused by the economic crisis. Not only as a manufacturer of machinery but also as a market, China has strongly expanded. At the same time, several changes are taking place. Backed by political targets, China's importance as a location for low cost production is declining slowly but continuously. Consumers in China demand more quality. Simultaneously China's awareness for environmental concerns and the requirements to improve the present situation in many fields of life is quickly growing. Sustainability has become a buzzword, so has energy efficiency in particular. They also refer to plastic and rubber products and the way they are manufactured. In this regard European manufacturers are a decisive step ahead–that could be the basis for a fruitful extension of the existing already strong partnership. ■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective Exhibitors Speak on Goals and Strategies in 2010 By Staff Reporters At CHINAPLAS 2010, visitors will get to know more about the latest plastics and rubber technologies as well as the important issues of the industry. CPRJ International, official media of CHINAPLAS, has spoken with some of the exhibitors for an early preview of the show. Helmut Heinson, Arburg Managing Director Sales CPRJ: What technologies will be displayed in CHINAPLAS 2010? What are the main features? HEINSON: At the CHINAPLAS 2010, we will present both a high-speed packaging application and the automated, cost-effective production of a high-precision technical molded part. Thin-walled trays will be produced using a 2-cavity mold on a hybrid Allrounder 570 H (Hidrive) with a clamping force of 2,000 kN, in a cycle time of 4.3 seconds. The high-performance of the Hidrive machines with regard to productivity and speed will be demonstrated with this exhibit. The cost-effective automation solution consists of a hydraulic Allrounder 420 C Golden Edition with a servo-electric Multilift V Select robotic system. The Allrounder, with a 4-cavity mold and a clamping force of 1,000 kN, demonstrates the production of a high-precision connector inserts with thin-walled webs. Part removal and sprue separation are performed by a vertically operating robotic system, which sets down the molded parts separately by cavity, enabling detailed quality assurance. Caption: Helmut Heinson CPRJ: What are the new strategies adopted by Arburg that react to the changes caused by the economic crisis (in different regions and application industries)? HEINSON: In addition to continuous technical innovation, we also constantly further develop our organizational structure, whereby customer requirements are always our main concern. We achieve this, for example, through the concentration of our application and industry-related know-how in competence teams. These are composed of internal specialists in applications technology, development, sales and marketing for the areas of powder injection molding, LSR and medical technology. As contact persons, they provide expert consulting, configure the appropriate machines and improve process sequences for the customer. Although we are already very well positioned with our international sales and service network, it is our intention to further expand our local service offering. In particular, application technology consultants and project engineers complement the offering at the subsidiaries. Once again, we present ourselves as a strong and reliable partner who, as main contractor, designs and implements customized turnkey projects for specific customers and industries worldwide. CPRJ: What are the goals and project works set by Arburg in 2010? HEINSON: A major focus is the expansion of consulting with regard to application-oriented injection molding solutions. In this regard, the advantage of our modular machines becomes apparent, as they can be individually custom-equipped at all times. However, automation solutions with customized Multilift and six-axis robotic systems are also gaining increasing importance. Energy optimisation also receives our full attention. Our modular machine range enables the Allrounders to be optimally equipped with regard to energy efficiency. Machine series such as the electric Alldrive and hybrid Hidrive set the standard here. But our products are not only manufactured with the greatest energy efficiency, we also wish to play our part in minimising our customers' energy consumption thanks to our expertise. CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective This involves identifying all energy-efficient Allrounders with the Arburg "e²" energy-efficiency label as well as application-oriented consulting with process-related implementation and an energy analysis for machine configuration. CPRJ: How do you find the new development trend of the injection molding machine industry after 2010? HEINSON: The demands made on injection molding companies are continuously increasing. Higher quality requirements, more complex molded parts, smaller batch sizes and lower energy consumption are relevant practical factors. Dr. Rainer Rettig, Senior Vice President of the Polycarbonate Advanced Resins, Division in Asia-Pacific of Bayer MaterialScience (BMS) Caption: Dr. Rainer Rettig CPRJ: What technologies will be displayed in CHINAPLAS 2010? What are the main features? RETTIG: Specifically, automotive, construction, and consumer electrical/electronics, IT and appliance investment will create good opportunities for our polycarbonates solutions. All these truly help us to tackle the challenges and achieve a sustainable future. A glimpse into the future of the above trendy industries will be made possible with Bayer MaterialScience’s exhibits at its booth. At the show, you may find out how BMS PC-glazing reduces the weight of automotive and saves the reduction of CO2 emissions. You will also find LED technology which provides the free-design of the lamp. And how LED lights achieve the energy conservation. CPRJ: What was the year 2009 like to BMS? RETTIG: 2009 was a successful year for BMS' polycarbonate business in China. We continued with our investments and finally inaugurated the Color Competence and Design Center in Guangzhou. CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective To offer specific solutions for a variety of downstream industries, BMS opened its Color Competence and Design Center in Guangzhou last year. The facility added on our existing network of capabilities in Asia. It provides the customers with even greater flexibility in service and development, and increases the speed to market significantly. CPRJ: What is BMS' major development plan and target for 2010? RETTIG: We are confident about a long-term sustainable growth following the actions we have taken to meet the challenges. Our strategic target is to take highly focused approach to continuously driving the market growth for downstream market through innovation and market leading technology in our Asia Pacific and China market. In line with the strategy, we continuously invest in our R&D in the field of automotive, IT, E/E, etc. We believe BMS's innovative products, tailored solution and leading technology will achieve a sustainable and greener environment. Therefore, we have repositioned our PRDC (Polymer R&D Centre) in Shanghai to drive innovation in China and we will continue to investigate opportunities to invest in innovation there. CPRJ: How do you observe the new development trend of the industry in the coming years? RETTIG: We regard the polycarbonates as an attractive business and we expect the market to become more balanced again this year and beyond. We are optimistic that as demand for better quality products grows, especially with the increasing call for sustainable and green products, polycarbonate will be increasingly used to replace existing materials because of its beneficial characteristics. Looking ahead, BMS aims to introduce more successful applications in the automotive and transportation, the construction, the IT and E/E industries that substitute the conventional materials or drive technology advancement in the mobile telecommunications, medical and appliance industries. CPRJ: “Green Plastic. Our Goal. Our Future” is the theme of CHINAPLAS 2010. Is BMS presenting any exhibits related to the theme? RETTIG: We are always equipped with the advanced knowledge. As you know, last year we had the cooperation with Sichuan University on the bio patent. This material is biodegradable and can be equipped with flame retardant feature and applied to a wide rang of industries, such as automotive, IT and electronics. Currently, we are in discussion with some of the world's leading electronic and automotive companies for the future application of this material. CPRJ: The Shanghai World Expo is approaching. Will BMS also participate? RETTIG: Yes, some of our customers used our raw materials. I am sure you will find BMS material in the show. Giorgio Santella, Piovan Global Marketing Director & Marco Mammano, Piovan China Managing Director CPRJ: What technologies will be displayed in CHINAPLAS 2010? What are the main features? SANTELLA: Piovan supplies technologies for all applications in injection molding and extrusion. The display at the show will focus on resin drying, material conveying and blending, mold temperature controller devices and chiller water systems. Caption: Giorgio Santella (left) and Marco Mammano CPRJ: The theme “Green Plastics . Our Goal . Our Future” will take center stage in CHINAPLAS 2010. Will your company introduce related products or events based on this theme? SANTELLA: Sustainability, energy efficiency, optimized performance and reliability are the main characteristics of the equipment that Piovan produces. A high level of engineering and equipment integration completes the offer, to achieve the objective of utmost stability of production and control. Piovan will launch Genesys, the new and innovative technology for PET drying, the only AUTO-ADAPTIVE system available today. Along with an impressive display, Piovan will CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective introduce Genesys onsite in a conference arranged for the April 20 by Room M14. CPRJ: How did the domestic and overseas sales fare in 2009 for your company? MAMMANO: 2009 ended with a considerable growth for Piovan in the territory of China. Domestic sales represent almost 10% of the global turnover of the Piovan Group. CPRJ: What are the new strategies adopted by your company that react to the changes caused by the economic crisis (in different regions and application industries)? MAMMANO: We are taking the opportunity of the "up and down" of the global economy to invest in research & development and to consolidate our financial structure, in such a way that we can look at the future with optimism. We are organized with a worldwide direct presence of branches and production plants, and making more efforts in those markets which are less affected by the global financial crisis such as Asia and South America, where the possibilities of growth are still very high compared with other more mature markets. In China, despite the crisis and a decrease in market demand, the year 2009 was very good for Piovan, thanks to our improved sales network, to our new factory in Suzhou and to our new products made in China. CPRJ: What are the projects and goals in 2010? MAMMANO: Currently we are increasing the range of our products manufactured in China because the direct presence, with more and more local products, is a strong signal for our Customers and for the industry in general about our strategy of growth in this market. We are keeping Italian know-how by transferring it to our local technical department so that the “heart” is Italian but adapted to local needs. In particular, in 2010 we will complete our program of localization of all the auxiliaries for the PET preform business and we’ll start the local production of blenders. CPRJ: How do you observe the new development trend in 2010? MAMMANO: The first months of the new year were very good for Piovan China. Many new investments are expected from diverse industry sectors, like automotive, packaging and construction. Our outlook is also extremely positive for the PET, thanks to our new products that represent the “state of the art” in terms of energy consumptions, and the extrusion industry (blow films and pipes), thanks to our new dosing units lines made in China. We also see chances to grow through cooperation with the Chinese OEMs. David P. Dillemuth, Polyethylene Regional Sales Manager–Asia Pacific, Polyethylene Global Business Unit, ExxonMobil Chemical Services (Shanghai) Company Limited CPRJ: What technologies will be displayed in CHINAPLAS 2010? What are the main features? Will there be products that promote sustainability or “green concept”? DILLEMUTH: Enable™ and Exceed™ metallocene PE resins, ExxonMobil™ polypropylene, Exxtral™ performance polyolefins, Vistamaxx™ propylene-based elastomers, Exact™ plastomers, Santoprene™ thermoplastic vulcanizate and Exxcore™ DVA resins are among the market leading products it will showcase. We would like to invite our guests to visit ExxonMobil's energy efficiency car at our booth. This see-through car features light weight plastic parts, which reduce the weight of the average automobile by nearly 10%, leading to a 6.6% improvement in fuel economy. Other fuel-saving products featured are synthetic lubricants and state-of-the-art, butyl rubber innerliners that improve air retention by 10%. Caption: David P. Dillemuth CPRJ: What are the new strategies adopted by ExxonMobil Chemical that react to the changes caused by the economic crisis, in different regions and application industries? DILLEMUTH: The global economic slowdown since 2008 has impacted the world's economy. This underscores the cyclical CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective nature of the petrochemical business. ExxonMobil Chemical believes that for any petrochemical company to maintain healthy business growth throughout the economic cycle, one key factor is to maintain long term commitment. The economic and industry downturns are having little long-term impact on ExxonMobil Chemical's operations. As it continues with an expansion program to boost Asia and Mideast capacity during the next few years, ExxonMobil Chemical is committed to investing throughout the economic cycle and it has a disciplined approach in its investment planning. ExxonMobil Chemical has a large, existing advantaged asset base in the Middle East and Asia that is ideally positioned to serve these growing markets. These investments are based on long term competitive advantages, including integration with other operations, advantaged feedstocks, market access and product technology innovations. In addition, it's pursuing major new projects in Singapore, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and China to provide additional advantaged capacity to profitably meet future demand in this region. CPRJ: What are the major goals and planning for ExxonMobil Chemical in 2010? DILLEMUTH: The company remains convinced that chemicals are a long-term growth business. The penetration of chemical products will continue, and demand will rise as products such as polyethylene and para-xylene are closely linked with the rising standard of living in developing economies. Growth, however, will not be uniform worldwide. Roughly 60% of global incremental petrochemical growth will occur in Asia during the next 10 years, with China accounting for nearly 40%. Customers in China and around the world come to us for advantaged products. China is certainly a big part of ExxonMobil Chemical's future and we look forward to serving this growing market for many years to come. Capitalizing on the growth opportunities in China and Asia, ExxonMobil Chemical has focused effort in recruiting and building the organization across various functionalities such as sales, marketing, supply chain and technology. CPRJ: How do you observe the new development trend of the industries after 2010? DILLEMUTH: The trend will continue to hover around the need for leading age technology and innovation that address the needs of customers and industry at large. Further, sustainability and collaboration (between customer and corporate) will continue to gain momentum and will eventually become an industry default vs. expectation. Klaus Meyer, Sales Director of Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H), China / Taiwan CPRJ: For W&H, what technologies will be displayed in CHINAPLAS 2010? What are the main features? MEYER: On our information booth, W&H is introducing the wealth of recent innovations shown on our in-house Expo last November such as: • new generation of 3 layer blown film lines OPTIMEX • Film cast film line FILMEX with Nano-layer technology • new AQUAREX blown film line with water cooling • MDO stretching line • new range of C.I. flexo and gravure presses Also presented is our concept to provide innovative complete solutions from raw material to finished bag. For instance we have successfully supplied to China's petrochemical industry the following models for FFS packaging: VAREX blown film, Printing and converting line AD CONVERPRINT and FFS packer TOPAS. Caption: Klaus Meyer CPRJ: What are the new strategies adopted by W&H that react to the changes caused by the economic crisis (in different regions and application industries)? MEYER: W&H is optimistic about the future. As a technology leader, investing in technical innovations will make our production even more efficient and competitive. Many innovations which have now become standards in the industry were originally developed by W&H. We will continue in that tradition. CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective CPRJ: What are the goals and projects set for 2010? MEYER: W&H will strengthen its position in China as a market leader for the supply of blown film and cast film lines, especially for barrier film. CPRJ: How do you observe the new development trend of the film and packaging industry after 2010? MEYER: We believe the China market is developing rapidly and there will be a growing demand for high quality packaging film, which will require high quality machinery. W&H will have the right solutions. Joachim Bormann, Sales Manager / Marketing, Breyer GmbH Maschinenfabrik CPRJ: For Breyer, what technologies will be displayed in CHINAPLAS 2010? What are the main features? BORMANN: Breyer will not be showing any machines but will introduce the new extrusion line for making EVA film for PV modules. Also covered is the sophisticated line technology for film out of PET for thermoforming film. CPRJ: What are the new strategies adopted by Breyer that react to the changes caused by the economic crisis (in different regions and application industries)? BORMANN: For Breyer, the crises disappeared all of a sudden by the beginning of January 2010. Delayed projects were resumed while customers have also returned. CPRJ: What are the goals and projects set for in 2010? BORMANN: To launch the new extrusion line for EVA film as well as extrusion lines for PET thermoforming film. CPRJ: How do you observe the new development trend of the encapsulation film industry after 2010? BORMANN: More and more customers are interested in the new technology. We believe that EVA film produced with this technology will set new standards for the module makers using this film for encapsulation. For instance, TüV Rheinland has completed the module test with EVA encapsulation film from Breyer's line with great success. We also forecast a huge growth of PV technology globally. CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective Roland Ritter, Director, Asia Pacific, Kraiburg TPE CPRJ: What technologies will be displayed in CHINAPLAS 2010? What are the main features? RITTER: The main focus for CHINAPLAS 2010 will be on compounds for medical market with our new product Thermolast M. Also presented are compounds with approvals for drinking water/ potable (WRAS, KTW, W270, ACS). I believe Kraiburg is one of the very few companies supplying similar products in Asia and China. These products have all passed stringent European safety standards. Caption: Roland Ritter CPRJ: What are the domestic and overseas sales in 2009 for Kraiburg TPE? RITTER: Frankly speaking Kraiburg TPE in Asia Pacific had no setback in sales revenue and was able to fulfill the sales budget by 100% with a remarkable order volume for 2010 already. In the start of 2009 we were worried that we were running into a loss but it never happened. The Asia Pacific, as far as I know, was the best market with the strongest growth in 2009. The EU and the US were less good but still managed to make profits. CPRJ: What are the new strategies adopted by Kraiburg TPE that react to the changes caused by the economic crisis. RITTER: In April 2009 our company started the reorganizing process that aimed to improve efficiency within Asia Pacific. We are now able to serve our global customers with “one voice” worldwide. In the Asia Pacific region Kraiburg TPE is reinforcing its R&D activities with a focus on Consumer Products and Automotive market: - We will provide Kraiburg TPE solutions which require FDA and approvals for the contact with “fatty food” - Kraiburg TPE Team automotive will increase the numbers of official and universal approvals and certification for the major car manufacturers in Asia. - Our new plant in Malaysia with an efficient size brings us very close to our customers. Client all over Asia can be reached now within 2 weeks' shipment time. CPRJ: How does Kraiburg TPE observe the new development trend of the industry after 2010? RITTER: For future developments Kraiburg is looking for extended functions with our TPE materials, they include TPEs with wide range of active agents (pharmaceuticals, fragrances, fungicides) and sensitive TPEs with sensory functions (changing color by different environmental conditions like UV, air pollution, humidity, temperature, etc) Shigeru Hanaoka, Director, General Manager of Sales Dept., Nissei Plastic Industrial Co., Ltd. CPRJ: What technologies will be displayed in CHINAPLAS 2010? What are the main features? HANAOKA: The increasing labor cost is common problems to be solved at molding factories. The same applies to BRICs, and we would like to solve those problems by supporting automation of the molding process. We will be showing the NEX110-6EH and TH40E5VE. Caption: Shigeru Hanaoka CPRJ: What are the new strategies adopted by Nissei that react to the changes caused by the economic crisis (in different regions and application industries)? Were Japanese companies in general performing well? HANAOKA: The fast-growing Asian region is indispensable for our business management. We will expand our management resources in the Asian region, centering around China where local production for local consumption is progressing. That's why we have established a molding machine assembly plant in Taicang, China. We will move the sales company in Shanghai and Technical Center in Taicang for centralization so that we can offer higher-level technology faster than ever. CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective The past economic crisis still cast a shadow on Japanese enterprises in the form of rising Japanese yen, and all enterprises have been forced to change the foundation of the corporate management from quantity to quality. However, Japanese enterprises that can clearly see the sign of an upward momentum in Asia have their sights set on an increase in production as well. CPRJ: What are the goals and projects set for 2010? HANAOKA: We will stabilize the production at the Taicang plant in China, which started production last year, so that it can supply 300 molding machines annually. We have started some new projects concerning new raw materials (that melt, flow, and solidify) to meet the needs for eco-friendliness, safety, and heat resistance. Cong Guiyang, General Manager, Dongguan Top Polymer CPRJ: Which new products and technologies will be displayed at CHINAPLAS 2010? Will there be exhibits connected to the “green technology” theme? CONG: On the fairground we will be presenting a wide range of top quality TPEs- TOPOLYMER. They are new applications targeting childcare articles made from PET-G, PBT, PA for “second-time injection”. We certainly have the “green concept” in our mind. The production process of TOPOLYMER will not produce exhaust, wasted water nor solid waste. Caption: Cong Guiyang CPRJ: Any news on the company's development in 2009? What goals and targets are set in 2010? CONG: In 2009 we completed the 3,000 tons TPV production lines installed in the Jiangsu facility. The newly opened base will add capacity to 8,000 tons. We are also pleased to sustain growth under economic crisis–our domestic and overseas sales have both expanded by 30%. In 2010 we set our goals to expand deeper into the regional markets of China. CPRJ: What are the adjustments in strategies after the crisis? CONG: We continue to ride on technologies and service. The crisis has intensified competition among TPE companies while TOPOLYMER will help customers with leading technologies and personalized product design services. CPRJ: What are your observations on the industry’s development trend? CONG: The overall prospect is good. TPE is an eco-friendly, value adding material that allows product differentiation. The local TPE industry is urged to focus on the CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective product specialization. At CHINAPLAS we are showing our new products and meeting customers. At the same time we will convey the message in the exhibition that TOPOLYMER has always been committed to the specialization of TPE. Wang Feihong, General Manager, Wuxi Hongchang Precision Machinery CPRJ: What technologies and new products will be displayed at CHINAPLAS 2010? WANG: Hongchang will be showing the “Three-side-seal”, automatic bag making machine. It is one of the company's well-developed, standard equipment. The model acquire many features and is driven by servo motor with personalized, PLC control interface system. Caption: Wang Feihong CPRJ: Amid changes in regional and application markets, what was the company’s sales performance like in 2009? WANG: Last year our sales volume reached a new level despite the crisis. Among our product portfolio the “high-speed machines” sold very well. The series contributed to more than 75% of the total sales volume last year. We can see the that the overseas market is slowly shrinking. On the other hand, some regions in China, such as Beijing/Tianjin, Northwest are picking up, while for medical, anti-static and fluid packaging the growths are significant. CPRJ: What are the goals and plans set by Hongchang in 2010? WANG: Firstly we are planning to set up a bag-making machine institute on provincial-level–we have already lined up co-operations with the academics and aim to provide the industry with a place for professional training as well as a platform for technology and information exchange. Secondly we are looking at other alternative materials for bag making. Besides plastics we are exploring the possibility to manufacture paper-bag making equipment. Lastly we are developing flexographic printing equipment used on paper. CPRJ: What is your observation on the future development trend of your industry? WANG: For the packaging printing industry the prospect is good. The economic growth in China has expanded people's buying power. Consumers demand packaging with good quality and we are also introducing new equipment. We can foresee the food, medical and other applications are growing on global scale. Zhu Jianxin, Vice General Manager, Zhangjiagang Tongda Machinery Co., Ltd. CPRJ: What products will Tongda present at CHINAPLAS 2010? ZHU: At the booth we will present high speed HSII-15L, an efficient, energy saving, highly automated blow molding machine. The modular-designed model is servo driven, close looped for its control system. We already received orders from Europe for this model. CPRJ: Tongda has been exporting machinery to overseas markets for many years. Can you share with us your experience? ZHU: Tongda knows the international market very well. In different countries and regions, the need and requirement for different customers are different. The machinery voltage, frequency, measurement unit, their preference in operation or even their demand on how we paint the shell of the machinery are different. We need to respond to this difference quickly and actively, also ensuring timely delivery. Caption: Zhu Jianxin Overseas customers usually demand machinery of greater variety, they are also more picky in their machinery selection. In Tongda we establish a well-run mechanism that quickly respond customer's specific need, it helps us to launch customized products into the market with less time. The after-sale service is critical to our overseas market development. To improve this area we send two to three technical specialists overseas every year, helping our customers on troubleshooting. CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective Han Xiaogang, Vice General Manager, Wuxi Haopu Titanium Co., ltd. CPRJ: What exhibit will Haopu Titanium present at CHINAPLAS 2010? HAN: We will launch our latest proprietary brand “Dawn” at the booth. The Longkou 100,000T titanium white project jointly invested by our company in cooperation with Shandong Dawn Group was put into production last year to produce “Dawn” brand titanium white. In addition, we will also present our special-grade titanium white, such as R-2219 for reinforced plastic profiles, R-2218 for plastic film masterbatch and HR series products. Caption: Han Xiaogang (second from left, first row) CPRJ: What progress did the company make in domestic and international markets in 2009? HAN: In 2009, our total sales increased by 73% over 2008 to RMB400 million. Specifically, our export hit 7,000 tons or US$14 million. Export products mainly include general-grade products such as R-2196 and RM-1. Main export destinations include Brazil, South Korea, Middle East and Southeast Asia. CPRJ: What's your sales target for this year? HAN: With Longkou production base put into operation, we will expand our export volume from 20% to 30% and gradually expand it to 50%. In the first half of the year, our target is to complete sales equal to the entire year of 2009. The target for the second half of the year is to redouble sales based on the first half of the year. That's to say, our target for 2010 is to triple the sales value of 2009. CPRJ: What is your observation on the future development trend of your industry? HAN: With gradual recovery in international economy, titanium white price in international market went up four times in the year. As a result, the titanium white produced in China has price advantage. However, with the global economy picking up in the international market and increase in capacity utilization, titanium white price in international market began to go down. With continuous rise in raw material price, energy price and labor cost in combination with the pressure from inflation expectation and RMB appreciation in the domestic market, titanium white export will face greater pressure in the latter half of the year, thus leading to fiercer market competition in the domestic market. ■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective Technologies Leading to Productivity Increase in Extrusion By Staff Reporters There will be no shortage of extrusion technologies at CHINAPLAS 2010. On various booths, visitors will see the latest equipment and machinery available, which effectively enhance the productivity of the production of film, sheet, profile, tube and pipe by extrusion. Despite the financial crisis, the food packaging industry generally enjoys a substantial growth. To meet market demand the converters of packaging film have not stopped the inputs in R&D. For cast and blown film, the latest trend is to develop faster, more efficient blown and cast film lines with automation. Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H), one of the largest machinery manufacturers serving the flexible packaging industry is going to introduce the latest innovations in Shanghai, namely the development of VAREX, OPTIMEX and AQUAREX blown film lines as well as FILMEX cast film lines. Film extrusion is the first step in the conversion process to the ready-for-use package. It's performance plays a crucial role in determining the efficiency of subsequent conversion and quality of the final product. Driven by these requirements, W&H has consistently pioneered higher standards in extrusion technology and today offers a comprehensive program of state-of-the-art blown and cast film extrusion lines, both for high-end and budget applications. W&H introduced recently a range of new products like OPTIMEX, the economically priced 3-layer alternative to the successful VAREX blown film line, AQUAREX, a blown film line working on the upside-down wet extrusion principle featuring water quench cooling for the bubble for high output, high-transparency films, MDO, the stretching system for machine-direction film orientation to achieve high-performance films and OPTICOOL, the new air ring technology with outstanding cooling capacity. Caption: OPTIMEX stands for the OPTIMum Extrusion of packaging film, carrier bag and laminating film, shrink wrap and stretch wrap film. The integration of a nano-layer feedblock into the FILMEX cast film line dramatically improves the prominent features of stretch film, like dart-drop, stretchability, and stretching speed. A special winder featuring automatic core feeding and finished roll handling system, produces film rolls suitable for hand and machine stretch wrap applications. Achieving low-shrinkage in encapsulation film For the extrusion of encapsulation film, the occurrence of shrinkage has always limited the speed of its production. When produced on regular extrusion lines, the shrinkage that comes naturally affects not only the process of lamination but results also in destroyed wafers, hence creating more waste and lead to escalating production cost. On the other hand, a low-shrinkage film allows a smooth and fast lamination process. By using low shrinkage film, processors will have the advantage of more trouble free production combined with a more reliable and efficient manufacturing by using low shrinkage film. Notable module manufacturers are therefore very much interested in getting low shrinkage film. Caption: Encapsulation film has extensive application With German extrusion technology supplier Breyer's new extrusion process, it is possible for the first time to extrude EVA film at a high speed by keeping the shrinkage low. That ensures not only a more profitable manufacturing of film but also an advantage in the sales of such film. Since the regular extrusion systems are limited to a certain speed/output, Breyer CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Perspective has developed a profitable system for the production of EVA film and other gluey materials. Beside of the production of low-shrinkage film the system allows on top much higher speed and therefore higher output compared with typical extrusion systems. Extruder of miniature scale is often used in chemical and pharmaceutical industry for the development of new products. At CHINAPLAS, visitors will be able to test by themselves the KETSE 12/36, a Mini-Compounder offered by Brabender which is indeed a very good laboratory apparatus. Caption: Mini Compounder The clam shell barrel (length:36 D) is divided horizontally, can be tilted open, and allows visual assessment of individual processing steps. Furthermore, a comfortable mounting of the screws and a quick cleaning of the cylinder is possible. In addition to the main metering at 0 D, metering or venting ports at a barrel length of 6 D, 12 D and 26 D are available. Side feeding can be installed at 14 D length. The modular screw conception offers all individual processing possibilities. Even minimum samples as it is especially required in the pharmaceutical industry can be processed with the Mini- Compounder KETSE 12/36. Asian market going strong At the times when business climate has been unfavorable, Reifenhäuser, the extrusion line supplier based in Troisdorf, is fully aware of the strong trend in the Asian region. According to the company, an end of the global crisis can be recognized whereas its symptoms will still continue to have an effect on the markets for a long time. The fact that the Asian region has coped with this crisis in a better and faster way means a significant impetus that fuels the growth for the rest of the world. Caption: Rotary arm cast film winder of Reifenhäuser Extrusion Over the past few months, the Reifenhäuser Group has been able to gain important market shares in Asia despite very tough competition. A big REIFENHÄUSER KIEFEL EXTRUSION project for the delivery of a high-end blown film line to a key customer was successfully signed as well as the sales contract for an ultra-modern cast film line that will be supplied by REIFENHÄUSER EXTRUSION to an important customer in Indonesia. In the same period, two additional RHS blown film lines were sold to Australia. Great importance is attributed to these markets with regard to an economic recovery since investment activities asking for value-added products and high performances promise a long-term stability of production volumes. Reifenhäuser will consistently support this trend and further expand its role as the world's most important and innovative extrusion technology company. Efficient production of corrugated pipe The production of corrugated pipe by extrusion is attracting attention from the global industry. Zhongyuntech, a manufacturer of plastic extrusion machinery exhibiting in CHINAPLAS, is specialized in this area. The company offers PE/PP/PVC double wall corrugated pipe production line which can produce large diameter double wall corrugated pipes with diameter up to 2400mm, and series of PE/PP/PVC solid wall pipe production line which produce large diameter solid wall pipes with diameter up to 1600mm. The high performance PE double wall corrugated pipe extrusion line from Zhongyuntech adopts the latest developed mold blocks cooling solution. The machine introduces pressurized cooling water into the sealed mold blocks, and circulate at a high speed so as to realize a fast and highly efficient cooling of mold blocks. It achieves direct and outstanding cooling efficiency which also attributes to increase of output. Caption: Corrugated pipe production Taking the PE double wall corrugated pipe of DN/ID500mm as an example, the production speed can reach 2m/min. Comparing similar double wall corrugated pipe production line, the output is two to three times more. ■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

China In Focus China Plastics Industry Fueled by Strong Domestic Demand in 2009 Plastic processing industry is the largest industrial sector in China's light industry. To ensure steady growth of the light industry, the Chinese government announced the “Light Industry Readjustment and Revitalization Program”, which underlined plastics as one of the three “key industries” to be developed in China. Liao Zhengpin, President of China Plastics Processing Industry Association (CPPIA), commented on the industry's enormous growing potential: “China's plastics industry promises great potential for further development, being fueled by huge demand in the country for plastics packaging materials, construction material and engineering plastics as well as plastics products with eco-friendly, energy saving features. The outlook of China's plastics processing industry remains positive despite the global financial crisis.” Guangdong ranked No.1 again in plastic products Based on statistics from NBSC, China outputted 44,793KT of plastic products from January to December 2009, up 10.64% year on year while Guangdong hit 10,523KT (8,390KT in 2008), ranked first among all provinces in the country and accounted for 23.49% in total output of the country. Next come Zhejiang, 8,115KT (+6.6%), accounting for 18.12%; Shandong, 4,385KT (+12.37%), accounting for 9.79%; Jiangsu, 4,014KT (+10.05%), accounting for 8.96%; and Liaoning, 2,752KT (+18.56%), accounting for 6.14%. Product Output in 2009 ±% growth rate on year on year basis Primary form plastics 36,032 KT +11.8% Plastic products 44,793 KT +10.6% Plastic processing equipment 205,000 sets -19.0% Caption: Output and growth rate of China’s plastic processing industry in 2009 Of the top five provinces, Shandong, Liaoning and Jiangsu have undergone significant growths, though they have less than half of Guangdong's output volume. Fu An, President of Guangdong Plastics Industry Association, told reporters from CPRJ International, “Guangdong's plastics industry started to pick in July 2009 and maintained the monthly output of around 900-1,000KT, making Guangdong the first province in China to exceed 10,000KT in annual output.” He pointed out: “There are several factors leading to this. First, Guangdong always has the country-leading foundation for its plastics industry. Secondly, Guangdong is forging ahead in the direction of high-end products and multifunctional products are finding increasingly more applications from household appliances to automobile, food packaging and high-end general applications. Meanwhile, the sectors specialized in these plastic products were not immediately affected by the crisis. Guangdong ranked first in the country for five of the ten plastic product categories. Specifically, they are daily plastic products (accounting for 35.43% in the country), plastics pipe and fitting (16.86%), plastic panels/sheets (21.92%), plastic packaging box and container (17.22%) and other plastic products (40.46%). For output of plastic film, plastic artificial/synthetic leather and plastic strip/rod/profile, Zhejiang ranked first in the country. Specifically, Zhejiang accounts for 43.3% in the country for plastic artificial/synthetic leather. For output of agricultural film, plastic filament/ropes and woven products, Shandong ranked first in the country. For output of plastic foam, Jiangsu ranked first in the country, accounting for 32.86% in the country and slightly outperforming Guangdong (31.57%). Of the ten plastic product categories, Guangdong witnessed growth in all categories except “Other plastic products” (-4.24%). Their growth rates (in descending order): plastic filament/rope and woven products (26.58%), plastic packaging box and container (20.67%), plastic strip/rod/profile (19.19%) and pipe/fitting (18.92%). CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

China In Focus Besides the above five regions, other provinces exceeding 1,000KT in total output include Hebei (1,596KT), Anhui (1,464KT), Fujian (1,446KT), Sichuan (1,412KT), Hubei (1,205KT) and Shanghai (1,169KT). Specifically, Sichuan underwent high-speed growth (43.08%) year on year. Total output of the nine provinces/autonomous regions/municipalities in Western China (Chongqing, Sichuan, Guizhou, Yunnan, Shaanxi, Gansu, Qinghai, Ningxia and Xinjiang) accounted for 7.22% in total output of the country. Output for Chongqing hit 499KT, up 61.07% year on year. Based on China Customs statistics, total export volume and value of plastic products in 2009 China hit 6,559KT and US$14.4 billion, down 12% and 10.1% year on year respectively. Except February, which export was only 312KT, the export in all other months exceeded 500KT, while in September and December the export even exceeded 600KT. Specifically, export in December hit 638KT and counting US$1.66 billion, up 16% and 31% month on month. Based on figures released by China Customs, China's total import of plastics in primary form hit 23,810KT and US$34.79 billion, up 34.5% and 2.2% year on year respectively. Specifically, import in January and October hit the bottom, dropping to 1,310KT and 1,660KT respectively, while import for the other 7 months exceeded 2,000KT. Import in June and July reached the highest point in the year, hitting 2,310KT and 2,330KT respectively. However, December reached the highest point in import value, hitting US$3.64 billion (2,190KT in import volume), up 18% month on month. According to NBSC statistics, China's total output of plastics in primary form (plastics and resin copolymer) hit 36,032KT, up 11.82% year on year. Specifically, Jiangsu ranked first in the country (5,332KT, accounting for 14.80% in total output of the country) and next came Guangdong (4,193KT, 11.64%), Zhejianig (3,839KT, 10.65%), Shanghai (3,048KT, 8.46%) and Shandong (2,795KT, 7.76%). Still trade deficit for processing equipment sector According to NBSC statistics, China turned out 205,000 sets of plastic processing equipment in 2009, down 19.03% year on year. Equipment manufacturing is highly clustered in several regions. Specifically, Zhejiang is the largest manufacturing base, accounting for 42.72% in total output of the country while Guangdong and Shandong accounted for 25.03% and 24.27% respectively. Total output of the three provinces accounted for more than 90% in the country. Based on China Customs statistics, China imported 32,000 sets of plastic processing equipment (US$760 million) and exported 8,315 sets (US$1.26 billion) in 2009, showing clearly a huge trade deficit for the machinery sector. In terms of specific categories, trade deficit existed for all plastic machinery categories except hollow molding machinery where export was slightly higher than import. Injection molding machinery maintained its leading position both in export and import. Export hit 11,000 sets (-40%) and US%360 million (-34.3%) while import hit 5,274 sets (-49.1%) and US$ 520 million (-41.4%). Besides injection molding machinery, extruder and blow-molding machinery also exceed US$100 million in export value, hitting US$140 million (-31.5%) and US$110 million (+2.3%). Calendering machinery export reached US$9.83 million, representing the lowest export value. It should be noted that hollow molding machinery export hit 2,553 sets, up 172.5% year on year while import dropped to 71 sets (-37.2%). In terms of import value, injection molding machinery ranks first and next came extruder, blow-molding machinery and pelletizing machinery, all exceeding US$100 million in import value. According to Su Dongping, Secretary General of China Plastic Machine Industry Association: “Though import and export in the year are no so good compared with previous year, yet overall situation is almost the same with previous year, which indicates domestic sale is playing an increasingly important role. The good result is inseparable from the overall development of Chinese economy.” To sum up, while China plastic processing industry has maintained high-speed growth and accomplished outstanding achievements in the past years, the industry is also faced with many challenges. For instance, the lack of strong capacity in proprietary innovation, low added value for export products, excessive dependence on import for core technology and equipment. The industrial structure urgently needs readjustment, while most of the production capacity was distributed in the coastal areas, the development of the Western regions have been slow. For the export market, export products lack diversity where most export products are medium and low-end products and few are high-quality, high added-value products. ■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

China In Focus Material Supplier: Relying on R&D for Further Innovations Mobis Plastic Science Co. Ltd is a young company in the TPE business founded one year (2007) before the outbreak of global financial crisis. By continuous input in R&D, the company has strong confidence in exploring further business. Recently the company set up an advanced production base in Taiwan province. AdsaleCPRJ.com is glad to find out the company's new development strategy by interviewing Paul Lai, General Manager of Mobis. CPRJ: Please tell us the latest updates on your new factory in Taiwan. Paul Lai: Our Taiwan factory started operation on April 2009 while we also expanded our R&D center. We decided to invest more in this economic climate by bringing in excellent professionals and equipment. Our Asia-leading facilities help us to develop better processing techniques and applications. CPRJ: How do you manage your professional team? Paul Lai: Our policy is to provide long-term training to our professional team. We train our marketing and technical professional seriously by putting enormous resources, such as supports from equipment and teachers. Our professional team is our largest asset in the future. CPRJ: Please share with us the company's development strategy in China and the objective in 2010. Paul Lai: China has become the center of attention for the global manufacturing industry. However, at this stage we don't have many customers in China–most of them are our potential clients. In addition to our brand building in China, we target mainly on the high-end market segment. Our base is still in Southern China but we will be slowly extending our presence from Guangdong to other provinces of China. We hope we can soon develop into an international brand. Our main objective in 2010 is to meet the targeted sales figures, in addition, we want to foster better communication between different application markets. Meanwhile, we will intensify our cooperation with larger brands. CPRJ: How about Mobis' business on TPE? Paul Lai: Currently Mobis focuses on the launch of “Mobiflex” products for medial products and apparatuses (saline bag and syringe plug). We are also developing materials with excellent heat, chemical resistance and dimension stability that are suitable for combustion pipes. Meanwhile, we are also engaged in the R&D of applications such as drinking water pipe, gasket and film, which are now waiting for certification approval from NSF (National Science Foundation). For the applications in car lamps and window sealants, we have received inquiries from Japanese carmakers. “Mobiflex” features unique advantages, extensive applications and 100% recyclability. The eco-friendly material can replace conventional rubber and reduce processing cost.■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

China In Focus Machinery Provider: Striking a Balance Between Domestic and Overseas Market CPRJ: What new technologies will be presented at CHINAPLAS 2010? What are their features? Zheng Jianguo: At CHINAPLAS 2010, Tederic will present the 48-cavity PET Preform Line and D250 high speed molding machine, both of which highlight our leading position in technical level and manufacturing level. Tederic develops its own pickup robot for the 48-cavity PET Preform Line, while the D250 is the least model from the D series to be launched in 2010. The latter will be Tederic’s key products in the coming years, which combines the advantages of X and M series. The D series adopt modular design with vast flexibility. The flexibility also brings shorter lead time. CPRJ: Will Tederic present products associated with “green manufacturing”, the theme set by CHINAPLAS 2010? Zheng Jianguo: “Green manufacturing” has always been in our mind when we develop, manufacture and market high precision injection molding machines, as you will see in such exhibits as the hydraulic system and servermotor for preplasticising. At the same time, we will invite our customers, parts and components manufacturers and other experts to attend our technical seminar held in April. CPRJ: Was the company doing well in 2009? Zheng Jianguo: In 2009, we maintained positive growth in sales despite difficult business environment. We accomplished growth of more than 60% in sales income compared to 2008, while export stayed the same level as in 2008. Tederic used to rely mainly on export before 2009, but we responded quickly after financial crisis. By building up better sales network domestically in the second half of 2008, we tried to offset the impact caused by financial crisis and we succeeded. Our machinery mainly targeted to construction, automotive, railway, household electronics, pharmaceutical/food packaging and military industries. In the domestic market we emphasize the personalization of our machine range and focus on large-size machinery of high technical contents. For instance, we sold more than half of our machine (in money terms) for IMM with at least 1000 T clamping force. We are the second enterprise in the country to develop and manufacture injection molding machines up to 4,000T in clamping force. CPRJ: What are your main targets for 2010? Zheng Jianguo: For Tederic Machinery, 2010 is the first year of the third “3-year plan” and a critical year for our structural transformation and development. In 2010, our plan is to achieve more than 70% growth in sales income and more than 50% year on year growth in export. Meanwhile, we will establish our new product R&D center and system. We plan to invest RMB10 million to renovate our new product manufacturing technology in an attempt to become a high-tech enterprise. For our marketing network, we will continue to invest the construction of Southeast Asian manufacturing base exploring more and more overseas channels. CPRJ: What is your view on the development trend in 2010 and beyond? Zheng Jianguo: We have confidence in the future development of the injection molding machinery industry. Though a light industry, with high-speed growth in China's economy, environment-friendly, energy-saving machinery are what the market is now looking for. Currently, imported injection machines and high-end (high-precision) products in particular, still hold higher percentage in the domestic market. Domestic enterprise like us can work on this area.■ Caption: Zheng Jianguo CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Market Lookout The Outlook of Important Plastics and Rubber Industries By Staff Reporters 2009 was a tough year for the world economy after the global financial crisis unfolded. Fortunately, like other industrial sectors, signs of recovery have shown in the plastic and rubber industry by the end of 2009. Reports from different countries indicated that an economic recovery is taking place in 2010. Germany - Stimulus from outside The market outlook for plastics and rubber machinery improved further from the end of 2009. The final quarter of 2009 was marked with orders for German machinery climbing up by a nominal 35%. The growth of demand resumed in October, 2009, for the first time since early 2008. This trend continued in the two months that followed. “The stimulus came from countries outside Europe,” said Ulrich Reifenhäuser, Chairman of the VDMA Plastics and Rubber Machinery Association, “with orders from customers in Germany and the euro area lagging behind the previous year's figures.” “Not only are the expectations now positive,” the Association Chairman continued, “but the assessment of the current situation has also improved significantly.” Early indicators are positive in the most important customer sectors. The latest trend survey among Association's member firms confirms that, compared to the first half of the year, demand for plastics and rubber machinery picked up in all sales areas in the second half of 2009. In the two previous surveys, the picture had been marked by a decline in new orders. The order situation is expected to improve further in all sales areas in the current half year. “On this basis, there is good reason to believe that the industry's volume of incoming orders and sales will end this year on a markedly positive note,” explained Ulrich Reifenhäuser. Ulrich Reifenhäuser pointed out that following an unprecedented period of growth, the economic downturn had resulted in falling orders in the sector since early 2008. Since the autumn of 2008, the plastics and rubber machinery industry has been one of the first branches of German machinery manufacturing to feel the full brunt of the slump in new orders as the crisis took hold. The rise in the last quarter of 2009 cushioned the effect of the decline for the year as a whole. In the period from January to December, orders for German machinery fell by a nominal 28%. Demand from customers in Germany was down 35% compared with the same period of the previous year, with orders from abroad falling by a total of 24%, but by 38% from the countries of the euro area. UK - Positive signs observed Despite a tough economic climate, there has been continuing investment in the UK plastics industry. The industry is working more closely with the world-class UK design industry and there is heavy investment in research and development. The industry is served by a group of academic centres, including Belfast, Bradford, Queens, Loughborough, London Metropolitan, Napier, Leeds, Sheffield and Durham. As a result, there is a strong trend in an upwards migration of UK industry to higher tech activities. plastics and Rubber Machinery Orders and Sales German manufacturers of Plastics and Rubber Machinery Volume, seasonally adjusted, smoothed line, Indes 2005 = 100 Sales Orders 40 60 80 100 120 Index 140 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Source: VDMA Caption: New orders and sales CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Market Lookout The British Plastics Federation, which is the UK trade association for the plastics industry, published its January Business Conditions' Survey results, which indicated that respondents are optimistic towards 2010. Expectation on sales turnover The survey showed that 70% of respondents forecast an increase in sales turnover by up to 10% in 2010. However, respondents emphasized that sales turnover in many sectors declined last year by 15% to 40%. The survey does clearly show some recovery taking place, but not recouping the substantial falls in volume last year. This is a reversal of the situation a year ago when the survey showed 69% of respondents expected a decrease. Expectation on export sales Moreover, 44% expected export sales to increase in 2010. Most of them expect increases in the 5% to 20% range. Reasons given were the favorable exchange rate, some recovery in overseas markets and new business. Confidence was particularly high amongst molders. This is a marked improvement on a year ago when only 27% of respondents expected export sales to increase. Extrusion 12% Themoforming 1% Vacuum forming 5% Injection Moulding 45% Blow Moulding 2% Rotemoulding 3% Thermoset Processing 32% Caption: Breakdown of primary processors in the UK Italy–Optimistic for 2010 According to the estimates worked out by Italian trade association, Assocomaplast, preliminary ISTAT data related to the sector's foreign trade in 2009, as well as a survey among its members on turnover and export in the same year, show a remarkable slackening for the industry compared with the previous year. The sharp decrease of production reflects both the downturn of export and the deep crisis of the domestic market. The slump in export was seen in almost all export destinations, including the top 10 markets, which represent more than 55% of the total export. However, there were two exceptions. One is Turkey: the Italian export towards this market has been growing constantly during the last decade due to the significant development of the local processing industry. The 2009/2008 drop was not considerable (-7,8%). The other is Benelux: -0,9%. Moderate optimism A moderate optimism comes out from the latest survey carried out by CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Market Lookout Assocomaplast Secretariat among its members. The vast majority (81%) of respondents have shown expectation on an increase of turnover in the first semester of 2010, in comparison with the second half of 2009, in view of an improved logbook of orders in January, compared with November-December 2009. Italian market of machinery, equipment and molds for plastics and rubber (million euro) 2007 2008 2009 (estimates) Production 4,250 4,200 3,200 Export 2,753 2,451 1,800 Import 634 589 450 Domestic market 2,132 2,338 1,850 Trade balance (Surplus) 2,118 1,862 1,350 Better prospects are European Union countries, South America and Asia except China, where the recovery of sales is somehow weaker. Italian operators look forward to the next CHINAPLAS, which takes place in Shanghai on April 19-22, 2010, with an Italian pavilion on 1,200 square meters, gathering some 50 exhibitors–hoping that it will be an opportunity to see confirmed rebound of export towards the country. India - Slowed demand gaining speed Amid the overall economic meltdown, India's plastics industry suffered a downturn in demand in 2008. The slowdown had a negative impact on the industry's 15 key raw-material producers and some 26,000 processing units in the country. Despite the negative signs, India's plastics industry exuded a sense of what the industry describes as "cautious optimism" even during the global economic crisis. India's consumer-driven economy, projected to grow by around 7% to 8% in 2010, has come to the rescue of many domestic plastics manufacturers. Indian industry to tap the export markets aggressively Sunil Jain, chairman of the Machinery, Moulds & Tools Panel within the All India Plastics Manufacturers' Association (AIPMA), urged the Indian industry to tap the export markets aggressively. As the ongoing financial crisis had hit most of the competitors in the United States, Europe, Japan and South Korea, India's machines and tools, like other plastic-related products, are competitively priced in the international market, even though the quality of some of its products would not seem to be at par with those produced in a number of Western countries. He claimed that this is the right time to promote exportable products in global markets, particularly in markets such as Africa, Latin America and the Middle East, arguing that major international production houses, including in China, had cut back on volume and India should now “go global”. The BCC Research in Faridabad also pointed out that there is a huge economic opportunity in plastics, for example, in the additives market, a small segment within the plastics sector, inherent with global business potential worth some US$ 45.8 billion by the year 2014. Capacity for import is huge, observed US India's strong projected growth in 2010 is inherent with attractive potential for imports of plastics. With a population exceeding one billion and low per capita plastics consumption of 4 kg (compared with 110 kg in the United States), India is seen as an attractive market for the plastics industry. Consequently, the US sees in India tremendous capacity for imports of resin, machinery, etc. which more than doubled during the last decade. According to the US Commercial Services in Chennai, bilateral trade between the two countries in the last five years had grown by 20% to 30%. In 2008, India ranked fifth in global resin demand, with 5.4 million tons, trailing behind China, the European Union, the US and Japan. By 2012, however, India's demand is projected to be more than double at 11.5 million tons. During the same period, per capita consumption of plastics is also expected to double to some 8 kg., while the total investment potential relating to plastics will be around US$ 16.9 billion. With projections indicating that consumption will grow to 18.9 tons by 2015 and turnover of the plastics industry will reach some $26.8 billion, experts believe that more than 68,000 machines will be needed, entailing a total capital investment of some US$9 billion. ■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Plastics Application China's Demand and Production in Medical Plastics Remain Bullish With continuous growth in economy and an aging population, the general public in China is increasingly concerned by health issues, which lead to surging demand for medical devices and equipment. Despite global economic crisis, growth in medical sector remains highly satisfactory. The medical products, ranged from different sizes, include diagnostic apparatuses such as X-ray machine, MRI (Magnet resonance imaging) and CT (computed tomography), or disposable medical devices such as syringe, infusion bottle, infusion bag, catheter tubing, tray and various types of nonwoven products. In addition there is strong development of very delicate artificial organ such as artificial urinary bladder, artificial oesophagus, blood vessel and tooth, for which many are made from medical plastics and rubber. China's medical equipment market shows enormous potential China has taken huge steps to improve the healthcare system. It is believed that in 2011 an investment of RMB100 billion will be spent to upgrade the infrastructure in grass-root level, including facilities construction and equipment purchase. Apparently China's medical equipment market promises great potential. Though in terms of number, China has more medical equipment manufacturers with considerable production scale than the total add up by Europe and the US, the medical products produced by foreign or foreign joint venture still take up 75% of the market share in China. Only three out of ten largest medical equipment enterprises in China are from local – the market is still dominated by foreign enterprises. Only by further promotions on proprietary innovation and R&D can turn the situation around. Caption: Plastics extending medical applications PHA: new material for medical and packaging According to Chen Guoqiang, professor from Department of Biology in Tsinghua University: PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoates) features diversified structure in combination with biocompatibility, biodegradability and plastic thermal processing property. It can be used as medical material as well as biodegradable packaging material. PHA was discovered almost 100 years ago but its value was not recognized until the oil crisis 1960s and 1970s explored possibility to substitute plastics derived from petroleum. In addition to its application as degradable packaging material, many other applications have been developed for PHA, such as heat sensitive adhesive, pressure sensitive adhesive, soluble adhesive and medical implanting materials. China is active in PHA research and industrialization. Leveraging the technical cooperation with Tsinghua University, Tianjin Guoyun Biomaterial Limited and DSM of Netherlands have invested US$20 million in establishing a PHA manufacturing enterprise with capacity of 10,000 tons / year. In addition to Ningbo Tianan Biologic, China has become the fastest-growing country in the world’s PHA industry, however, as Professor Chen pointed out, China's PHA industrialization still lacks financing backing. Recently, Shenzhen Ecomann Biotechnology Co., Ltd. successfully developed the fourth-generation PHA product P34HB. This material features excellent biocompatibility, physical property, nonlinear optical property, gas barrier (air and water barrier, like PET), piezoelectric property, processing property and thermal resistance. It is stable in water but biodegradable in seawater and soil without causing secondary environmental pollution. PHA can be used in pesticide releasing agent, electronic products, high-performance filtration film, thermal sealing components, drug carrier, bone nail and other plastic materials for human body. ■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Plastics Application Examples of medical applications in plastics Economical injection molding of medical products Arburg, an injection molding machine maker based in Lossburg, Germany, demonstrated earlier at Interplastica in Moscow, Russia, the latest molding technology of medical products. The hydraulic Allrounder 420 C Golden Edition onsite showed the production of overcaps, the exhibit provided proof of the performance potential of this globally successful machine series. The hydraulic Allrounder 420 C Golden Edition features a clamping force of 1,000 kN and a size 290 injection unit. The maximum shot weight is 172 grams of PS. Equipped with a Schöttli 24-cavity mold and a full hot runner system, 0.58-gram polypropylene overcaps are produced in a cycle time of about eight seconds. The shot weight for this application is 14 grams. All the Golden Edition Allrounders feature fixed clamping force/injection unit combinations and technologically-superior standard equipment. This includes, for example, highly wear-resistant plasticising cylinders for a long service life, fast-switching valve technology for high control precision and consequently high injection molding quality. Furthermore, dual-pump technology permits simultaneous machine movements and the associated short cycle times. The Selogica control system with touchscreen monitor offers a high level of operating convenience. Caption: Allrounder 420 C Golden Edition Medical FEP capillary tube manufacturing The FEP capillary tube (e.g. use in intravenous injection) is an extremely fine medical tube which is usually produced under tight tolerances. Thanks to the latest equipment designs and automation technology, Maillefer, a Swiss extrusion line manufacturer, has launched a new model made specifically for this application. The equipment is characterized by its stable and linear polymer melt output. The line configuration includes a 30 mm 24 L/D main extruder and an optional 30 mm 13 L/D auxiliary extruder. When coupled to the mono layer head fitted with a striping option, extrusion of single or multiple striped capillary tubes are possible. Calibration is achieved without contact with the extruded tube. The downstream equipment is composed of a vacuum trough, open cooling troughs, haul-off, precision cutter and an ionization device. Cutting is precise, with tube length varying by only ±0.5 mm. The latest line supervision technology offers ease of operation, high productivity and tight quality control. Caption: FEP capillary tube Maillefer provides modern high-speed manufacturing systems for a variety of medical tubes besides capillary ones, like IV tubes (both soft PVC and PP), veterinary tubes for artificial insemination, plus other specialty tubes. Processing abilities are growing to include various fluoropolymers and polyester elastomers. CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Plastics Application Medical tubing with easy control and cleaning The new MedVac sizing/cooling tanks for extrusion offered by Conair, a supplier of auxiliary equipment for plastics processors, is meeting the stringent control, sanitary and operator-convenience requirements of medical extruders. Features: • Digital closed-loop vacuum control for better dimensional control; • Cleaner interior design features for more sanitary extrusion conditions; • Medical-grade filtration available; • Operator conveniences that simplify set-up and operation. “Medical extruders have told us that their key to success lies in controlling process variables,” says Bob Bessemer, Conair Medical Extrusion Product Manager. “This new tank not only gives them control of their process, so that they can make higher-quality tubing, it also gives them set-up and operation features that make their process more efficient.” Precision Automatic Vacuum Control (PAVC), standard on the MedVac tanks, combines the accuracy of digital control with the convenience of a potentiometer. Instead of entering a digital setting on a keypad to adjust vacuum levels in the tank, operators simply turn a knob until they reach the ideal setting. The digital potentiometer works just like the volume controls on a digital radio. Depending on the application, the resolution of the potentiometer can be adjusted so that it changes in fine increments (0.1 inch of H2O) or coarse increments (1.0 inch of H20). The vacuum controls, can be located remotely on hand-held operator-interface panels or at the upstream end of the vacuum tank. This way, the set-up technician can readily see the tubing as it enters the tank, even while adjusting vacuum levels and puller speed. Cleaner inside The interior of the tank has also been redesigned to eliminate places (like exposed threads) where bacteria and pyrogens (bacterial cell wall fragments) can become lodged and escape efforts to keep the vacuum tank clean and sanitary. Guide rollers inside the tank are fixed to free-standing base mounts that can be removed to leave the tank wide open for cleaning. UV and 5-micron filters are available to provide medical-grade filtration of cooling water. Two convenience features have also been designed for easy (Continued on p60) CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Product Design The Art of Product Design By Eric Xiong, King Standard (Design company) “Innovation” is by far the most needed attribute when designing a product. For product design it has to take care of many different considerations, while the old way that allows a designer to launch a new product by changing only the appearance but not making any modification inside is not working anymore. For product designer, they need the vision to understand the functions of the product and give inputs in its appearance that also ensure product quality. An outstanding industrial design should have suitable size and be able to function smoothly. The current market no longer accepts dysfunctional products with only good appearance. Customers in the market are smart, they will not easily fall into the trap again after buying something useless. Nowadays product information and knowledge are easily accessible in different channels, based on the information customers make purchase decision with good reasons. The essence of design is to provide better services to consumers. To mass produce replicas which have no originality, creativity and technical content will only put a bad image on the design industry and eventually damage the market. Caption: Eric Xiong A case study on anion products I am going to illustrate by the design of an anion product (負離子產品) commissioned to our company. It is a small electronic gift required by a trading company. We used to handle a similar product before–an air purifier for drivers in car. It has a size as small as a mp3 player, which main use is to purify air inside a car by removing odor, bacteria and harmful substances. The commissioner aims to extend this application to personal healthcare and therefore looking for a design. Many factors are taken into considerations–the device has to fit in the demands of different users such as drivers, patients and medical professionals. We have to consider how these people operate this device and in which environment they need the device. We go deeper by exploring what colors, surface and appearance will appeal to the users. After research we have decided to connect this handy anion product by a lanyard, which helps users to hang the device by their neck. We make the following recommendations on the design of this product based on its functionalities: The joints that connect the lanyard and the device have to be decided carefully The anion outlet should not be blocked by the lanyard and close to the direction where users inhale. In addition, the length of lanyard should be adjustable to users of different heights and sizes. The anion product has to be small and handy with personalized appearance The components are very small and assembled with great compactness. Through this product, we aim to deliver the message of “activeness”, “youth”, “lovely” and “eco-friendly” to users while also provided are bright color range. Challenge in production and material cost The market position of the product very much affects the investment in production and material cost. Product designers should ensure the materials and assembly techniques are used sensibly, while the structure has to be reasonable. We submitted several proposals for our customer's selection and eventually they selected the designs shown below (see picture). Compared with similar products in the market, this product features good functionality and appearance and it makes a perfect gift. ■ Caption: Anion products with attractive appearance (Patent No: ZL201030045889.8) CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Product Design Conductive Polyamide 6 for Fuel Filter Housing Specialty chemical company LANXESS and Mann+Hummel, a manufacturer of filter and intake systems for the automotive and mechanical engineering industries, have worked together to develop fuel filter housings made by polyamide 6. In many cases, polyamide 6 represents a viable, cost-effective alternative to die-cast aluminum in the production of fuel filter housings. One example of this is the fuel filter for the luxury sedan of a German automaker. This component is made by Mann+Hummel. The fuel filter's housing and lid are made of Durethan DP BCF 30 X H2.0, a polyamide 6 from LANXESS that is reinforced with 30% by weight glass and carbon fibers. “The main reason for using our electrically conductive material was that, unlike die-cast aluminum, it yields components that require little secondary finishing and simplifies subsequent assembly. What's more, our thermoplastic offers enhanced design freedom and greater weight-reducing potential”, explains Bernhard Stoll, a technical customer service expert in LANXESS's Semi-Crystalline Products business unit. Thanks to its proportion of carbon fibers, the polyamide 6 demonstrates very good anti-static properties. For example, it has a specific surface resistance (IEC 60093) in a freshly molded state of around 2,000 ohms (2E3). The values for standard polyamide are in the order of 1014 ohms (1E14). The material's outstanding electrical conductivity prevents static from building up in the filter housing due to the media flowing through it, for example. Easy to process, easy to weld Some die-cast aluminum components require considerable secondary finishing (milling, grinding, and drilling), for example, to remove flash, obtain flat sealing faces or incorporate openings. This can generate significant costs. “Our polyamide 6, on the other hand, yields injection molded components that require no secondary finishing and can be used straight away”, asserts Stoll. Sealing the housing shut with the lid is also simpler. The two components are easy to weld together in a highly automated process using ultrasound without soiling the inside of the filter. This produces welded joints that satisfy the stringent requirements relating to tightness and strength. With die-cast aluminum, on the other hand, the lid and housing need to be screwed together after inserting a seal, which requires significant additional expenses. Caption: Plastics brings numerous advantages over die-cast aluminum for fuel filter housing Lightweight components with high dynamic load-bearing capacity Because its density is around half that of die-cast aluminum, the heat-stabilized polyamide 6 offers a number of options for reducing the weight of components. Even with thin walls, the material demonstrates good dynamic load-bearing capacity to withstand the substantial pressure fluctuations and vibrations that occur when vehicles are moving. A further benefit is the good resistance to gasoline, diesel and the new biofuels. This has been demonstrated in extensive accelerated aging tests on numerous grades of Durethan that LANXESS has carried out in cooperation with Mann+Hummel. Durethan DP BCF 30 X H2.0, for example, is very resistant to diesel fuels with varying biodiesel contents (including canola and soybean oil methyl ester). Its mechanical properties, such as flexural strength, flexural modulus and flexural strain at flexural strength remain at virtually the same high level after aging.■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Product Design Modern Coffee Dispensing System Using Polyetherimide Vitality Foodservice, a Florida-based provider of beverage solutions, has created a low-dose bump pump for its latest coffee dispensing system, using the high–temperature Ultem 1000 resin. SABIC Innovative Plastics' high-temperature Ultem 1000 resin has been chosen by Vitality Foodservice, a provider of beverage solutions, to create a new low-dose bump pump for its latest coffee dispensing system. The high processing temperature, stiffness and dimensional stability of Ultem resin, combined with a new, highly efficient two-shot injection molding process helped Vitality achieve part consolidation, reduce cycle times and improve overall production efficiencies. Ultem resin’s strength and durable bond with overmolded silicone ensure exceptional part precision and consistent dispensing, giving Vitality a competitive advantage and a unique offering for new market sectors. To create the two-part Bump Pump, Vitality's molder, Dymotek, an injection molding company based in Connecticut, uses two-shot (two-component) injection molding, and exposes the Ultem resin to ultraviolet (UV) light before overmolding to enhance adhesion of the silicone. Because Ultem 1000 resin processes at a high temperature of 180°C, the heat cures the silicone very rapidly and creates a secure bond. This approach cuts cycle time for the part to one minute – a savings of more than two minutes over the other resin that was considered. “Collaboration with our customers is how SABIC Innovative Plastics does business, clearly evident in the way we teamed with Vitality to give them the resin they needed to address a critical need,” said Scott Fallon, general manager, Specialty North America, SABIC Innovative Plastics. Lower system costs According to Scott Fallon, general manager, Specialty North America, SABIC Innovative Plastics, the Bump Pump was a very challenging part, with incredibly tight specs and requirements. Luckily the high performance and flexibility of Ultem resin allowed Vitality to streamline production, consolidate parts, boost quality, and cut overall system costs. Vitality initially planned to use a standard resin for the rigid body of the Bump Pump. However, the required high mold temperature for curing the liquid silicone caused distortion of the resin. Also, overmolding called for two injection molds, adding costs for in-process inventory, labor and capital investment. The company quickly decided upon Ultem 1000 polyetherimide (PEI) resin, which offers US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and European Union (EU) food contact compliance, a glass transition temperature of 217°C and high strength. Ultem resin's high processing temperatures, stiffness and dimensional stability were critical in allowing the use of two-shot molding to eliminate unnecessary operations and tooling. Caption: Bump Pump using SABIC IP's Ultem 1000 Resin An important benefit of overmolding silicone onto Ultem resin was part consolidation. Multiple functional elements, including a flexible pumping chamber and inlet pinch valve, a cone sealing element for the outlet valve, a seal for the nozzle insert and a translucent window for the LED “product sold out” indicator, were consolidated in the pump body. Further, the strong, durable bond between the materials prevents oxygen from entering the system, helping to ensure freshness and optimal flavor of the coffee. Ultem resin's stiffness and dimensional stability also contribute to part precision, which helps the Bump Pump deliver a consistent .4 ml per pump stroke. This accuracy produces consistent quality from drink to drink, satisfying consumers and providing reliable yields for restaurants and institutions using the beverage system. ■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Chemicals and Raw Materials The Application and Industrialization of Bio-based Degradable Materials — PHA By Chen Guoqiang, Department of Biology, Tsinghua University, Beijing Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), using microorganisms as carbon sources and energy reserves, is generally found in the forms of inclusion bodies in microbial cells. Because of the different monomer structures, there is a great variety of PHA, including not only the PHA composed of short-chain monomers and long-chain monomers, but also the copolymers formed of different monomers. PHA is a bio-polymer family comprising varied polyesters. As a kind of thermoplastic materials, it can be fully degraded into carbon dioxide and water in natural environment in 3-6 months without composting. More than 20 companies related to the mass production of PHA have been established in the world. PHA and some relevant technologies are now being formed a commercial and industrial chain covering the fields of fermentation, materials, resources and medical science. The good news is that under the support of domestic governments at all levels, China has made a leaping progress in the research of PHA application in recent years and the relevant industries have also greatly developed. PHA Applications Based on the particular polymer properties, PHA with different structures and characteristics has been extensively studied and used as bio-plastics, fibres, medical implants and drug release carrier, etc. At the first beginning, PHA was designed for making daily supplies and packaging materials by Wella AG Co.,Ltd from Germany. PHA is developed by P&G, Biomers, Metabolix and many other companies for packing film, which is mainly used in shopping bags, coating material of containers and paper as well as disposable goods such as razors, household utensils, napkins, lady cares, cups, operation clothing, carpets, composting bags, etc. Collaborating with Beijing Chemical Technology University and Shantou University, GreenBio has developed lots of similar applications of PHA. As medical material, the application of PHA has been widely researched in sutures, restoration apparatus, bandages, blood vessel patches, bone pegs, frames, muscle tendon restoration apparatus, spinal cord bearing frame, histology restoration, nerval catheters, artificial oesophagus, wound dressings, etc. Recently research showed that PHBHHx has been successfully used in skeleton reviving because of its excellent piezoelectricity. Meanwhile, PHBHHx also has been used in the application in nerve rehabilitation and artificial blood vessels by Tshinghua University and Beijing Tianzhu Corporation. Shishatskaya discovered that the cellfiber seaming of PHB and PHBV hasn't caused any untoward effect in implantation region in one more year's experimental stage. The researchers from Beijing also discovered similar appearances in PHBHHx studies. One of PHBHHx's most significant characteristics is that as implanted biomaterial, it is innoxious, non-immunity stimulated. The degradation outcomes of PHBHHx include monomers and low polymers, they can even activate calcium ion passage and promote the regeneration of damaged tissues. Since P4HB has been approved as the implanted biomaterial, more and more PHA biomaterial will be put into clinic experiment soon. Because of the variety of PHA, it is expected to form a implanted material family of abundant uses. There's much research on the application of PHA in the aspect of drug release. The existing release administration products, such as PLA, the homopolymer of lactic acid and glycolic acid, are degraded through hydrolysis. Therefore, it can't fully realize the long-term control of drug release. At the beginning of 1990s, PHA became a candidate material of drug carrier because of its biodegradability, biocompatibility and surface-erosion degradation. So far, the researchers in and abroad have just researched on PHB and PHBV in drug release application. It is expected that CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Chemicals and Raw Materials the PHA of different characteristics will have more controlled property of drug release. And this is still an area to be developed. Industrialization of PHA There is a trend to use environment-friendly non-petrochemical plastic—biodegradable plastic, green plastic or ecological plastic because of the prising rising of oil since 1980s. Lots of companies, especially many domestic enterprises are trying to produce various kinds of PHA experimentally or industrially. Metabolix in the U.S.A. and GreenBio in Tianjin China will respectively reach the annual production capacity of 50,000 tons and 10,000 tons from 2009. There will be enough PHA material for researching by global polymer companies at that time. It is expected to appear a new development stream focusing on PHA applications. And the products made from PHBV have been on the market of Europe. The massive supply of PHA can improve the development of itself as a kind of new stable plastic. The production costs of PHA will be continually decreasing, mainly because the synthesis of PHA is completed in aqueous phase in which PHA can be produced by the fermentation of microorganisms using any carbon resources. Unlike PLA, PBS and other bio-plastic, the polymerization of PHA is totally a biological process. The Caption: The industrial chain of PHA in fermentation, biomedical materials, pharmaceutics, bio-fuels, fodder and plastics now is being formed. (Continued on p60) CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Chemicals and Raw Materials New Applications of Additives in Plastics Concrete additives help construct the world's tallest building Rising more than 800 meters to 160 stories, the Burj Dubai appears to touch the Dubai skies. Glenium SKY concrete additives from BASF helped to achieve this new world record in altitude. With the high-performance concrete plasticizer from BASF sold under the brand name Glenium SKY it was possible to pump the concrete up to an altitude of 600 meters without interruption. The foundations and the superstructure of the Burj Dubai required approximately 180,000 m3 concrete with Glenium plasticizer. The concrete additives, which are based on polycarboxylate ether polymers, ensure great flowability and, during the pumping process, they are able to prevent segregation in spite of the high pressure used. On site, it was easy to process the concrete without quality loss due to Glenium SKY. In addition, Glenium SKY super-plasticizers improve the concrete's early strength. The concrete cast to build a new story quickly reaches sufficient stability so that construction work can be continued after a short while. This way, Glenium SKY helped to ensure that building work progressed quickly. With two stories built per week, the building speed exceeded the usual Dubai standard of one story a week. Caption: The construction of Burj Dubai is helped by concrete additives Further challenges that had to be met when constructing the tallest building in the world were the climate conditions in Dubai: Here, the temperatures not only fluctuate between 10°C in winter and 50°C in summer but the temperature difference between day and night can easily reach 20°C. Glenium SKY and the expertise of the BASF team on site, however, made sure that the concrete was of a consistently high quality. In addition, the enormous height of the Burj Dubai causes extreme pressure in the concrete structure. To prevent the skyscraper from collapsing, Glenium SKY lends the concrete a compressive strength of up to 80 N/mm2. Additive-aided face mask gives extra virus protection The new chemistry developed by Biosafe Inc., has yielded an additive that is faster-acting and more effective than conventional antimicrobials and is unique in providing permanent protection of plastics and nonwoven fabrics. Cantel Medical Corp. has made an investment in Biosafe in exchange for exclusive rights to draw on this technology for use in certain types of infection control products. The first product to be commercialized is the Ultra Sensitive Face Mask from Cantel's Crosstex International division, which is introducing the mask in selected markets outside the United States. Caption: The specially-treated face masks secure protection from H1N1 and MRSA bacteria While the Biosafe additive is available as a powder or pellet concentrate or solvent dispersion for use in plastics applications, the Crosstex Ultra Sensitive Face Mask is treated with the additive in an aqueous polymer dispersion. Crosstex applies the treatment to the outer layer of the mask, a fluid-resistant spunbond material. The Biosafe treatment, which chemically binds to the outer surface of the mask, creates a long-lasting shield against microbial contamination. The addition of Biosafe enhances the functionality of the mask by effectively killing the harmful microorganisms, reducing the cross-contamination risk from touching the mask itself and creating a safer environment upon disposal of the mask. CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Chemicals and Raw Materials The Biosafe-treated mask is effective against H1N1 (“swine flu”) and other Influenza A viruses, plus a wide range of other microorganisms, including MRSA bacteria, a chief cause of cross-infection in hospitals and schools. The company cites tests demonstrating that the new mask killed 98.500 to 99.999% of trapped viruses and bacteria within five minutes of contact (see table). Reinforcing agent offers weight saving and better surface finish in auto applications With the rising of awareness of carbon dioxide emission performance standards for new passenger cars, weight reduction promises to become even more imperative for the automotive industry. Plastics such as polyolefins are already playing an important role in reducing vehicle weight. To help automakers and suppliers achieve greater weight reduction, Milliken Chemical, a division of Milliken & Company, is introducing Hyperform HPR-803 high performance reinforcing agent for polyolefins. New Hyperform HPR-803 reduces weight by up to 15% vs. traditional mineral-filled systems while delivering an outstanding balance of stiffness and impact strength. Further, the new Milliken agent offers comparable surface finish to talc-filled compounds that cannot be achieved with chopped glass fiber reinforcement. The company's continuing innovation is enabling customers to improve the appearance, performance, and productivity of their products, and expand potential polyolefin application areas. Caption: Additives reduce weight of auto Polypropylene is a versatile material that is increasingly selected for interior and exterior automotive parts. In fact, about 50 to 70 kilograms of PP are used per vehicle, on average. However, the traditional reinforcements used with PP either add undesirable weight or provide an unsatisfactory appearance. Advantages of using Hyperform HPR-803 include: • Replacing high loadings of heavy mineral fillers, such as talc, with lower loadings for comparable performance. This can reduce the weight of polyolefin parts by up to 15%. • Offering improved stiffness vs. talc and other minerals at higher loadings. • Providing high heat deflection temperatures (HDT) exceeding high levels of talc. • Offering an improved surface finish that surpasses chopped glass fiber. By utilizing Hyperform HPR-803 reinforcement as a replacement for chopped glass fiber, customers can expand applications for PP and other polyolefins beyond current “hidden” structural automotive and appliance parts to encompass highly visible components such as bumpers and door panels. And by replacing talc and other mineral reinforcements with the new Milliken technology, customers can achieve significant lightweighting of parts while maintaining or exceeding existing performance properties. ■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Chemicals and Raw Materials (Continued from“Chemicals and Raw Materials”p57) high molecular weight, various properties and applications make PHA have a better market prospect. So far, numerous types of PHA, including PHB, PHBV, P3HB4HB, PHBHHx and mcl PHA is ready to enter mass production. The production of PHA includes strain construction, shaking flask, and pilot-scale fermentation experiment and industrialization level fermentation. The effective microbial production of PHA depends on several factors, such as the final cell density, bacterial growth rate, the dry weight percentage of PHA in cells, the required time to the highest cell density, conversion efficiency between substrates and products, the substrate price and the purification methods. In different development stages of PHA technology, we must take the above factors into consideration. To make PHA a wider range of market application, we should continually optimize the processes and ensure the lowest production cost. In addition, towards the specific use, PHA should have more appropriate characteristics, including the right molecular weight, the mechanical property and thermodynamic property determined by the monomer structure, composition and PHA's production conditions. Genetic engineering, molecular evolution, synthesis biology and control of PHA's production condition should be used in producing the PHA with particular structures and extra high molecular weight. Market Prospect of PHA Owing to the various kinds and structures, PHA has the property from rigidity material to elasticity, the application of which has almost covered all the current plastic field. PHA has incomparable advantages in environment protection, biocompatibility and drug-release property. Therefore, with the continual improvements of its industrialization process and technology, the more stabilization of product quality, the decreasing of production price, there must be a wide market prospect for the bio-based PHA. ■ (Continued from“Plastics Applecation”p51) cleaning. The overflow tray at the upstream end of the tank, which telescopes in or out to accommodate cross-heads, in-line dies or melt pumps, is made in one-piece stainless steel, eliminating open seams between components. The optional pre-skinning chamber is made of polyoxymethylene (DuPont Delrin) for ease of cleaning. It can be quickly disassembled without tools and inserts required for different sizes of tubing simply slide in and out. Some of these design improvements include: • A narrower tank frame to that it can accommodate almost any extruder or melt pump, even in co-extrusion or tri-extrusion applications. • Three-axis tank alignment system with convenient handwheels, linear slides and ball-screw actuators to provide adjustability to within thousandths of an inch. • A swivel-mounted control panel can be viewed and reached from almost any operating position. The digital vacuum controls are on a hand-held pendant so set-up personnel can fine-tune vacuum levels while looking through large view ports in the top and sides of the tank. The MedVac tank is part of a family of Conair downstream extrusion equipment that also includes the Medline puller/cutter, which uses advanced servo-drive and control technology. In combination with an advanced laser-gauging system, the Medline can precisely vary puller speed and vacuum to produce precision tubing – even tubing with tapered‘bump’sections–and can trigger the cutter blade to cut the tubing at exactly the right place to yield a nearly finished catheter tube. Automatic belt-gap or‘crush’control establishes and maintains the ideal pressure on the tubing, eliminating operator error and, for the first time, allowing medical extruders to validate control over this critical process variable. ■ Caption: MedVac tank being tested in the Conair Technical Center CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Processing Technologies Customized Solutions Give Competitive Edge By Staff Reporters The global plastic and rubber industry is facing keen competition with experts and major players suggesting that the “natural selection” within the industry is likely to be triggered by the market recovery. To survive the competition, customized solutions are called into play. Thinnest low-profile side view LED The injection molding of extremely thin electronic parts requires careful selection of materials and also equipment. Nissei, a Japanese injection molding supplier, has worked with Solvay Advanced Polymers to produce the industry’s thinnest low-profile side view light-emitting diode (LED), for the use on thin-profile mobile phones. The 0.4-mm-high LED made of Amodel A-4422 LS WH118 polyphthalamide (PPA) resin from Solvay Advanced Polymers sets a new mark for side view LEDs, which until now have been limited to 0.5 mm to 0.8 mm in size. “As mobile phones continue to get thinner, there is a growing need for LEDs to be smaller and thinner,” explains Glenn Cupta, electrical/electronic industry manager and global coordinator for Solvay Advanced Polymers. “High-flow Amodel PPA delivers high strength and stiffness, fast cycle times, and lower production costs in this highly demanding application.” High-flow Amodel A-4422 LS WH118 is a mineral-filled grade that fills very thin walls and runs in high-cavity tools up to 264 cavities. The thin-wall LED reflector cup made of Amodel PPA is injection molded onto the lead frame. Amodel PPA has a fast crystallization rate and offers higher flow, faster cycles, lower flash, and greater overall performance than competitive glass-filled nylon 9T products. The material's high strength and stiffness prevents warpage and permits the use of mineral filler for higher opacity than glass-filled products. Caption: Extremely thin low-profile LED Amodel A-4422 LS WH118 resin has a heat distortion temperature greater than 300°C, which allows for IR reflow capability up to 270°C. The light-stabilized grade retains its whiteness and provides a light reflection greater than 90 percent from 420 nanometers to 700 nanometers. It has excellent adhesion to soft and hard silicone encapsulants for high reliability and product life, along with excellent adhesion to the lead frame so no air or moisture can penetrate the package and affect chip performance. Special power backflush technology in PET processing After already a series of systems of the V-type screen changer of Kreyenborg have proven their effectiveness with the processing of PET, now the first filter with the special power backflush technology is in operation in a polyolefin line. In the direct extrusion of shredded HDPE blow molding articles it provides for the production of high quality sheets for the automotive industry. The Kreyenborg high-end melt filter optimally complies with the two requirements: 1. the quality of the semi-finished product has to be optimal, as the extruded and subsequently converted sheets for high quality thermoformed articles find their use in the automotive industry; 2. for this application the processor only wants to use recycling material consisting of production- and post consumer wastes owing to ecological and economical reasons. Already for quite some time, in practice the filter gives proof of its capability in the sheet extrusion line, which is working with a capacity of approximately. 900 kg/h. Due to its patented filtration concept it combines a large filter area with the controllability of the material removal out of the extrusion process and the effective and fully-automatic backflush. In the V-type screen changer the melt is guided onto four screen cavities with a filter area of–in this case- 244 cm² each. For this the melt, leaving the extruder, is split into four CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Processing Technologies melt streams at the entry. After filtration these melt streams are brought together again in the heated steel housing. Each screen cavity is equipped with a backflush pestle which arranges for the conveying of the pollutions with a defined material quantity to the outside. The backflush is started automatically by reaching a predefined pressure differential, which represents the pollution degree of the screen pack. The hydraulically operated backflush pestles work very powerful and may release high backflush pressures even with high viscous materials like HDPE and with high pollution degrees. Caption: V-type screen changer KryoSys for production of PE multi layer pipes KNG AWANS Sp. z.o.o., a company based in Poland, has recently placed an order from Cincinnati Extrusion for an HDPE 3-layer pipe extrusion line. The extrusion system KryoSys has greatly tipped the scales of the company's production. KryoSys line consists of two monos+ 60 single-screw extruders for the two HDPE layers and a talos 45 as co-extruder for the thin outer PP-H layer. The pipe head, a KryoS 63-1200 3-Coex, ensures outstanding distribution accuracy while keeping the length of the entire line short thanks to its integrated melt cooling system. The monos+ series is recognized as a high-performance solution for the production of PP and PE pipes. It features an innovatively designed feed zone with grooved feed bushing, optimized screw geometries and proven PFT power feed technology. Moreover, monos+ extruders are equipped with temperature regulation controlled by proportionate magnetic valve technology in the feed zone as standard, to ensure a consistent, optimal temperature for every type of material. Caption: The melt cooling technology offered can greatly reduce overall length of the line Talos single screw extruders can be used for many different applications, thanks to their wide processing window and high quality. They feature direct drives with constant output for silent run and resistance to wear. They also require less floor space due to their compact design, and their modular concept enables easy installation and configuration to suit each production process. Like all Cincinnati extruders, monos+ and talos models are equipped with maintenance-free AC motors with frequency converters. In addition to low-noise operation, these asynchronous motors offer the special benefit of low energy consumption under partial load. For perfect synchronisation of the line, CAN-BUS downstream interfaces are used and EXcProXP-touch 17” controls offer an easy and clear-cut overview of extruder and line specifications. Devolatilization made easy Gneuss MRS extruder technology has set new standards since it's first introduction in 2007 with regard to the degassing or devolatilization of polymers. This patented technology allows e.g. the processing of undried and uncrystallized PET bottle flakes directly into high quality end products. Caption: MRS extruder The latest MRS extruder is based on a multiple screw system consisting of a single screw drum with satellite screws provides an extremely large and fast changing melt surface for degassing or devolatilizing performance. The MRS extruder allows the processing of undried material with a simple vacuum of only 20 – 40 mbar. It also permits the efficient extraction of solvents or other problematic volatiles during plastics processing. In addition to the degassing or devolatilizing properties, the simple and rugged design of the MRS makes it the ideal machine for the processing of heavily contaminated material. ■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Processing Technologies Innovations Bring Processing Techniques to Next Level By Staff Reporters With continuous innovation, plastics technology suppliers have overcome difficulties by developing smart and efficient processing techniques. In this article, we will examine the latest techniques applied to improve the efficiency of recycling, polyurethane spraying and pipe production with greater homogeneity. EREMA - new TVEplus improves degassing performance The new EREMA patent pending TVEplus, available as a standard feature since January 2010, broadens the reach of profitable plastics recycling by increasing the amount of print and other contamination that can be efficiently removed from plastics scrap. EREMA developed the TVEplus, an upgrade of the classic TVE series, to facilitate recycling the increasingly more heavily inked and additive laden plastics packaging common today, allowing transformation of this waste into the valuable, near virgin quality pellets typical of EREMA systems' production. In the basic EREMA recycling system, scrap material is fed into a large vertical cutter/compactor unit that uses friction to compress, size reduce and prewarm the plastic material. A unique advantage of the large cutter/compactor is the ability to dynamically blend scrap materials while they are in the chamber. Scrap, inconsistent in its material make up and amounts, is blended to produce a steady, predictable melt. The preheated, densified material is then fed directly to the extruder screw. Compression and melting occur gradually, at a precisely controlled temperature, adding minimal heat history to the reclaim. In the EREMA TVE series melt filters are placed ahead of a degassing system. The TVE, also patented, has proven over more than a decade of use to be an exceptionally capable handler of large amounts of contaminants at higher production rates and quality than other vented extruders. The TVEplus is the result of modifications of the TVE in design and process engineering that allow an extraordinary increase in degassing efficiency and an improved homogenisation process. Caption: TVEplus EREMA tests of the TVEplus with heavily printed packaging film showed an increase of approximately three times the efficiency at removing gases from ink, binding agents, other additives and incidental contaminating materials. Even traces of these materials that survive less advanced reclaim processes can cause bubbles, blisters and film tears rendering finished recycled products unusable. The EREMA TVEplus series features a number of configurations able to handle throughputs from 250 to around 2,500 kg/h. Polyurethane spray technology used in large composite parts Hennecke has impressed the industry with the tried-and-tested advantages and process innovations of its PUR-CSM (Polyurethane Composite Spray Molding) polyurethane spray technology. Attention will be focused on a new spray mixhead for large outputs and on trendsetting samples from the automotive sector. It is no longer a secret in specialist circles that PURCSM uses spray technology to manufacture fiber reinforced parts or compound moldings made of filled or unfilled polyurethane systems. But thanks to constant further developments and the modular expansion of the product portfolio, new areas of CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Processing Technologies application are always being identified. The best example of this is the manufacture of large dimensioned composite parts. The center of attention is the new spray mixhead with a total output of more than 1000 g/s–a novelty in polyurethane spray processing. Depending on requirements, the newcomer to the CSM mixhead portfolio provides between 150 and 800 g of reactive mixture per second. In addition, the necessary reinforcement of the part is provided by an individually connectable, electric-motor-driven glass fiber feed system with an output of up to 300 g per second. It is therefore hardly surprising that the short cut MN14-2 CSM signifies an ideal partner for spray applications with a focus on very large outputs. Another advantage for the application is the self-cleaning spray nozzle, a typical CSM feature which has also been implemented for this output range. Caption: MN 14-2 CSM At the JEC Composite Fair to be held in mid April in Paris, Hennecke GmbH's polyurethane specialists will also showcase various trendsetting samples to convince visitors of the flexibility and specific spray quality of Hennecke's CSM technology. In the spotlight is a roof module for the German high-performance sports car Artega GT, which is the first series-production passenger car worldwide whose body is completely made of polyurethane. The high-tech part is also a pioneer in a different way – it is the first roof module in a composite design. Caption: The body of Artega GT made of polyurethane 36D single-screw extruder remove thermal inhomogeneities in PE pipes The 36D series demonstrates the huge potential of pipe extrusion: apart from the complete processing bandwidth, the customer profits from outstanding product quality and cost-effective production. They are well suited for processing new materials, such as PE 100 (HDPE 041 from the Chinese manufacturer Sinopec Shanghai Petrochemical Company Limited SPC). The striking cost advantage is one reason why more and more processors in China are turning to 36D single-screw extruders. A material like PE 100 makes great demands on the extruder's plasticizing performance. The engineering concepts of the 30D machines used to process PE 80, cannot be simply transferred to processing other polyolefins, because the high viscosity of these materials can result in a thermally inhomogeneous melt, producing pipe with an uneven inner surface. With its 36D concept, KraussMaffei Berstorff presents an engineering solution that combines high output, outstanding thermal homogeneity and an optimal melt temperature ratio. In other words, this 36D concept is well suited to processing all types of polyolefin. Caption: Examples of pipe with poor thermal homogeneity (left) and good thermal homogeneity (right) 36D single-screw extruders are engineered to reliably eliminate thermal inhomogeneities. Timely and intensive mixing of already melted resin with still solid material during the plasticating process produces an optimal, thermally homogenous melt. At the same time, melt temperature is kept consistently low. The barrier mixing screw prevents separation of solids and melt. KraussMaffei Berstorff has engineered its 36D extruders so that pipe manufacturers can rely on high specific throughput, high plasticizing performance and outstanding product quality – even when processing PE 100. ■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Rubber and Elastomers The Magic of Plastic-Rubber Composite Not any plastics can blend with any rubber and there are conditions for successful blending. The performance of this plastic-rubber composite is determined by its structure, its compatibility in terms of thermodynamics and the blending techniques employed. Blending principles of plastic and rubber Firstly we need to explain the terms “compatibility” and “miscibility”. Generally, “compatibility” is used to indicate thermodynamic solubility while “miscibility” is used to indicate whether a blending system with homogenous and stable structure can be obtained regardless of the thermodynamic solubility of a blending system. Therefore, even thermodynamic incompatible blend can become plastic-rubber composite with excellent mechanic property given satisfactory dispersion. Thanks to good miscibility, plastics and rubber under a composite form can complimentary to each other, added by improved tensile and tear strength, and wearability. The addition of high-styrene, modified phenolic and melamine resin in rubber can improve strength; the addition of PVC in diene rubber can improve resistance to ozone cracking while the addition of polyethylene in butyl rubber can improve insulation. Blending techniques The method of blending rubber and plastics includes powder blending, solution blending, emulsion blending and mechanic blending. Mechanic blending is often used considered the lower cost it brings to rubber product manufacturers. Mechanic blending can be done in either “one-stage” or in “two-stage”. The “one-stage” technique requires the heating of melt thermoplastics inside an internal mixing machine, after cool down the rubber is mixed and blended evenly. The “two-stage” is also known as “masterbatch blending”, which requires plastics and small portion of rubber blended and mixed by ratio under inside an internal mixing machine, while rubber is mixed afterwards in lower temperature. “Masterbatch blending” usually result in better dispersion. Chemical reaction also happens mechanical blending – the physical mixing and dispersion are not only driven by mechanical force, the process has transformed the material into a composite with enhanced performance. The equipment used in the blending include the mixing roll machine, internal mixing machine, screw extruder and continuous blending machine. Factors affecting plastic-rubber composite blending In addition to the all the above principles and techniques, experienced processors have identified other factors that may affect the result of plastic-rubber composite blending 1. Solubility parameter. The solubility parameter δ reflects the intermolecular force. To blend two polymers, it is required to select a smallest possible Δδ. A smaller Δδ results in better blending. However, the Δδ has to be larger than zero, as it gives a difference in phase. 2. Polarity Polar proximity is important when selecting the right plastics and rubber for mixing. Always avoid using two extremely polarized polymers. 3. Viscosity. Viscosity reflects the average molecular weight for a polymer. Lower viscosity leads to even dispersing homogeneity. 4. Temperature Temperature is very important for rubber and plastics blending. Plastic is in crystalline state under atmospheric temperature, while it can be blended only after it reaches higher temperature (decrystallized). New supplementary techniques To enhance better mixing, new supplementary techniques using extender have been developed to bridge the difference in thermodynamics for plastics and rubber. CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Rubber and Elastomers 1. Application of extender. The application of extending agent improves the compatibility of plastics and rubber. The chemical can reduce the surface tension between phases. 2. Polymerization. Processor can use monomer or primary polymer as one component and add it to another component. For example, add methylmethyacrylate (MMA) monomer to natural rubber (NR) to obtain high-strength copolymer through blending–graft natural rubber. 3. Co-crosslinking Add crosslinking agents acceptable to both phases to further intensify bonding strength. A typical example is to add DCP to NR/EVA blend, while the co-crosslinking can improve resistance against compression. Caption: Plastic-rubber composite improves the physical properties and wearability of shoe soles Successful applications In recent years, there are many examples for successful application of plastic-rubber composite: 1. Rubber and high-styrene polymer The addition of high-styrene polymer can improve the performances of vulcanized rubber. For example, it improves hardness, rigidity, tensile strength, tear resistance and wear resistance of rubber. They are extensively used in the making of rubber soles, with performance resembling leather with better wearability. 2. Rubber and polyethylene Polyethylene is mostly used with butyl rubber to make inner tube, tire case and tire side for tires. For inner tube rubber, polyethylene can substitute carbon black in butyl rubber to improve elasticity of the vulcanized rubber. 3. Rubber and PVC Blend of NBR (nitrile butadiene rubber) and PVC is extensively used in weather-resistant vulcanized rubber. These materials are often used in technical applications such as electric cables and pipelines for transmission of petroleum, petroleum products, gas-state hydrocarbon and ozone. Also, they are used for sealants in contact with petroleum and chemical products. Extending applications The techniques of producing plastic-rubber composite have been improved tremendously. Some other theories are also developed and leading to newer applications. 1. Dynamic vulcanization. Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) have been developed from late 1970s to early 1980s, which was once rated the new-type polymer alloy featuring simple and cost-effective process. Such TPE uses thermoplastic resin as key components and elastomers are added into the melt. After two phases are homogeneously mixed under high temperature/shear action, rubber components are dispersed homogeneously and vulcanized. TPE, with processability compared to thermoplastic resin and mechanical property similar to rubber, has been extremely popular. It can also be processed using existing machinery for rubber. 2. Interpenetrating polymer network (IPN). IPN refers to polymer cross-linked network interpenetrated by two polymers. In this process, one monomer reacts with cross-linking agent to generate network 1; second monomer and cross-linking agent dissolve in the network to generate network 2; then, network 1 and network 2 penetrate each other to generate interpenetrated network blend compound. Their micro-zone size is determined according to the compatibility of two networks. Interpenetrated network is created at the interface between two phases. The higher cross-linking density, the smaller micro-zone size will be. When two networks become fully compatible, it is possible to obtain ideal blending effect and create outstanding dual-synergistic effect. That is, it reinforces rubber phase and toughens plastic phase. Plastic-rubber composite has become one of the most important development trends for rubber application. It substantially improves the physical/chemical property and physical/mechanical performance of rubber products. With continuous progress, it is assumed that more and more similar composite will be launched. ■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Rubber and Elastomers TPE Used in Outdoor Activities Flexible case for solar charging unit The flexibility and high performance of TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) is helping Suntrica, a Finnish manufacturer of flexible and high-efficiency portable solar chargers, to provide protection for its “SolarBadge”. The “SolarBadge” made by Suntrica provides a flexible power supply for outdoor sports enthusiasts. Flexibility was also needed when designing the case for this innovative alfresco charging unit. The device can supply solar energy to a cell phone, MP3 player or digital camera while the owner is hiking, climbing or mountaineering. The Finnish manufacturer Suntrica together with Plastic Molder Laukamo Plastcomp and KRAIBURG TPE identified the ideal solution. Special bonding The TPE specialists in the Bavarian town of Waldkraiburg developed for the first time a compound that makes possible an unusual kind of TPE bond, joining it with the rigid plastic components in the “SolarBadge”. To meet the needs of this sensitive, high-tech device the process is especially gentle when compared with injection molding, for instance. Thanks to reliable attachment using a special adhesive, the bond also offers the flexibility and pliancy needed to hang the device, using hook-and-loop tape, from a belt, bag, pack or clothing. What's more, the compounds are resistant to weathering and ultraviolet light and can be colored in any desired shade. That makes them a natural for lending a stylish look to a modern outdoor device. One of the challenges faced by the project team responsible for developing the new compounds: They had to develop a pliant connection between the TPE and the plastic surface of the “SolarBadge”. This was needed to protect the high-tech heart of the solar charger from any excessive physical loads. This task was solved by the TPE specialists with a novel formula within the THERMOLAST K product group, permitting adhesive bonding. These TPEs use a special glue for perfect joining with the unit’s basic material. This joint is so strong that it will easily stand up to the forces generated when the “SolarBadge” is bent during everyday use. The TPE case also offers positive protection for the rigid and delicate solar panel. Caption: The solar charging unit “SolarBadge” is widely used by outdoor sports enthusiasts. High gravity compound improves performance of golf discs Gateway Disc Sports, supplier of high performance golf discs and accessories, has partnered with global custom thermoplastic compounder RTP Company to upgrade their Shur-Grip product line of discs. Gateway's aim was to improve grip performance while still maintaining flexibility, making the discs more thrower-friendly for both novice and professional golfers. “Our main goal was to find a material that would accept mineral additives to reach a density of 2.0,” explained David McCormack, owner of Gateway. “RTP Company engineers were able to formulate a material that reached 2.0 easily, allowing us to maintain the flexibility of our discs to adapt well to a variety of playing conditions.” Caption: The golf discs used in game need to be highly colorable and easy-to-grip Gateway designers selected an RTP 2800B Series high gravity thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) compound for their discs. The material has good surface abrasion and impact resistance properties, which prolongs the durability of discs during use while its thermoplastic elastomer nature provides necessary flexibility. “When using mineral additives to modify density, we've discovered the softer thermoplastic elastomer components tend to migrate to the part surface during molding,” said McCormack. “As a result, every disc we make has a tacky, easy-to-grip surface. This is a significant benefit for golfers, especially when playing in less-than-ideal conditions.”■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

International Plastics Technology-Rubber and Elastomers Efficient Production of LSR O-ring By Thomas Siegel, Application Technology Customer Support, ARBURG Generally speaking, what is understood by the term 'LSR production' is the high-volume manufacturing of molded parts made from liquid silicone, utilizing the fully available potential for cycle time reductions. With the production of O-rings, Arburg demonstrates a machine configuration meeting all these criteria. A total cycle time of 10.6 seconds for 128 O-rings is an achievement which stands up to any comparison. This is made possible through the combination of a fast, high-precision electric Allrounder 470 A with a clamping force of 1,000 kN and a size 170 injection unit, as well as a servo-electric demolding device. The O-rings made from LSR have a part weight of 0.12 grams, an internal diameter of 8.5 millimeters and a thickness (= cord thickness) of 2 millimeters. Each ring is injected directly via cold runner nozzles in an optimized manner to reduce material waste. The servo-electric clamping unit of the Allrounder A enables fast, highly dynamic, as well as precise mold positioning in order move effectively to the vacuum and demolding positions. This results in reduced cycle times. Caption: The O-rings made from LSR feature a part weight of 0.12 grams, an internal diameter of 8.5 millimeters and a thickness of 2 millimeters. Servo-electric demolding device yields cycle time advantages The servo-electric, directly driven demolding device has been specially adapted for use during LSR injection molding production. Because all the movements are driven via servo motors, the extension and retraction movements in particular are performed energy-efficiently, reproducibly, fast, highly-dynamically and with extremely short intervention times. Thanks to individual programming of start/stop conditions in conjunction with the mold movements, the intervention time and consequently the cycle time are additionally minimized. In special application cases, servo-electrically driven, double-sided, rotating aluminium brushes are used, which can, for example, be driven to each travel position with changeable rotation speeds for gentle demolding. Owing to its emission-free drive system, which prevents air turbulence, the demolding device is as well-suited to highly dynamic applications as it is to the production of medical technology items and clean room applications. Its compact design allows the demolding system, which is mounted on the mold, to be readily customised. Depending on the requirements, it can be flexibly equipped with an ejection unit or application-specific grippers or suction modules. The servo-electric demolding device can be fully integrated in the Selogica machine control system. The three servo-axes of the device are treated as additional machine axes by the Selogica system. This allows the machine operator to program the entire system in the familiar manner via the central Selogica control system. Thanks to the synchronised movements and easy data entry for positions and speeds, the process can be flexibly optimized and cycle times reduced. Caption: The electric Allrounder 470 A in conjunction with the servo-electric demolding device Short set-up times are ensured through the storage of all setting parameters for the demolding device in the machine data record for the relevant application. As the LSR application demonstrates, the electric Allrounder 470 A 1000-170 in conjunction with the servo-electric demolding device is predestined for applications requiring high-precision operation with short cycle times, energy-efficiency and minimal emissions. A configuration of this type is perfectly suited, for example, to production for the medical technology sector or for clean room production.■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Show Express CHINAPLAS 2010 scaling new height CHINAPLAS (International Exhibition on Plastics and Rubber Industries) is the only exhibition in the plastics and rubber industries in China being certified as “UFI Approved Event” by the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI). Besides, CHINAPLAS 2010 will be the 21st consecutive edition to earn the exclusive support of EUROMAP (European Committee of Machinery Manufacturers for the Plastics & Rubber Industries) in China. These recognition and support given to CHINAPLAS is good proof of the professional standard of the show. More importantly, it reflects the market significance of CHINAPLAS in being Asia's No. 1 and the world's third largest plastics and rubber trade fair. Its market influence is just after K Fair in Germany and NPE in the USA, the industry's No. 1 and No. 2 trade fair. The coming edition of CHINAPLAS will break the record of show scale to 150,000 square meters. It is expected to have more than 2,100 international exhibitors from over 30 countries/regions. Together with 10 countries/regional pavilions from Austria, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, UK, USA, PR China and Taiwan Province, the suppliers will showcase 1,900 advanced machines and a wide array of raw materials. The trade fair is expected to attract 75,000 professional visitors, 18% of whom will come from more than 130 countries and regions. Caption: CHINAPLAS 2010 to welcome 75,000 professional visitors. Show date: April 19 – 22, 2010 Venue: Shanghai New International Expo Center (SNIEC), Shanghai, China Show organizer: Adsale Exhibition Services Ltd. Exhibition frequency: Yearly Estimated exhibition area: 150,000 square meters Estimated number of exhibitor: 2,100 Show website: http://www.chinaplasonline.com/ INDOPLAS eyeing huge plastics market in Asia Pacific Boosted by the confidence of a strong recovery in the world economy, PT Wakeni brings back its highly successful 3 in 1 Mega Show of Indoplas, Indopack and Indoprint 2010. Indoplas 2010 or the Indonesian International Plastic Exhibition is in its 6th year of exhibition. Having earned itself a reputation after five successful shows, Indoplas boasts an impressive track record and is recognized as one of the most established tradeshow in Indonesia. It offers a wide spectrum of exhibitors from the plastics industry, ranging from hardware to software and will be showcasing the latest in technology, machinery, accessories, technical products, raw materials, semi finished products and finished products. Indopack 2010 showcases upcoming technologies and new approaches to the packaging industry. The fair will bring together both local and international manufacturers and purchasers with a line up of exhibitors and their products from raw materials to machinery, technology to integration to the plastic industry. The fair provides avenues for meaningful networking, strategic alliances and partners in the Asia Pacific region. Show date: May 5–8, 2010 Venue: Jakarta International Expo, Jakarta, Indonesia Show organizer: PT. Wahana Kemalaniaga Makmur (PT Wakeni) Exhibition frequency: Yearly Expected number of exhibitor: 250 exhibitors from 25 countries / regions Expected number of visitors: 35,000 visitors from 10 countries Opening hours: 10:00 am–7:00 pm Show website: http://www.indoplas.com/Content/Default.asp PLASTPOL : A big attraction in Eastern Europe For a few year, the PLASTPOL fair has been at the top of the Polish Trade Fair Corporation ranking of events boasting the largest number of foreign exhibitors. This year, six exhibition pavilions in Kielce hosted almost 670 companies from 30 countries / regions, e.g. China, Austria, Hungary, Taiwan Province, Holland, Turkey, France, the United Kingdom, the United States, and India. Thus, guests from abroad made up almost half of all the exhibitors. Over 16,000 people visited the CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Show Express Caption: PLASTPOL is one of the most important plastics trade fairs in Eastern Europe exhibition last year. PLASTPOL last year (2009) featured almost all the areas of the plastics processing industry; beginning with the first stages of plastic production and finishing with its disposal and recycling. Among the exhibits are, first and foremost, plastics processing machines. molds and tools used in this industry, a wide variety of plastics, components, recycling technologies and IT systems applied in plastics processing. Technologies and final products are also exhibited by companies specializing in packaging systems. Show date: May 25–28, 2010 Venue: Kielce Fairground, Kielce, Poland Show organizer: Targi Kielce Exhibition frequency: Yearly Show website: http://www.targikielce.pl/index.html?k=plastpol_en InterPlas Thailand positioned as top Asia technology provider InterPlas Thailand 2010, the 19th edition of Thailand’s largest plastics and rubber technology trade exposition, will bring exclusive benefits to all participants involved in the plastic and rubber industries. The highlights of InterPlas Thailand 2010 are • 350 leading brands, 15 countries / regions • 35,000 ASEAN buyers • Bioplastics Zone • Packaging Zone • OEM Zone • Plastics & Rubber Forum • Composites Showcase Last year, InterPlas Thailand 2009 delivered a dynamic platform with a featuring of innovations associated with technological developments from more than 250 leading brands from 14 countries / regions. As part of Manufacturing Expo 2009 held from 25–28 June 2009 at BITEC, Bangkok, the event attracted more than 34,206 trade visitors, consisting of local industrialists and overseas trade missions who gained an access to experience the latest technological machines and the most cutting-edge equipment in the fields of plastics and rubber production. Caption: InterPlas Thailand is staged at BITEC in Bangkok Show date: June 24–27, 2010 Venue: Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), Bangkok, Thailand Show organizer: Reed Tradex Exhibition frequency: Yearly Opening hour: 10:00 am–7:00 pm Show website: http://www.interplasthailand.com/ MEDTEC CHINA supports strong growth of medical industry China is fast becoming a major force in the design and manufacture of medical devices. With a fast growing economy driving massive investment in healthcare, the country’s manufacturers are fast increasing the sophistication, quality and quantity of device output, while overseas medical device manufacturers look to a range of mergers, acquisitions and joint ventures to assure their place in what is set to shortly become the world's second largest consumer of medical technology. CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Show Express MEDTEC CHINA is an event that encourages and fosters the development of medical devices in China. The exhibition and conference are part of a global series now held annually in the United States, Europe and Asia. MEDTEC is organized by Canon Communications in co-operation with CCPIT Shanghai. Canon Communications is one of the largest producers of trade events, print and digital media for the global medical device manufacturing industry in the world. Each year, its exhibitions are attended by over 50,000 of the leading engineers and technical management from the medical device industry in Europe, the US, China and Japan. Caption: MEDTEC CHINA is considered as the most professional trade show for the medical industry in China Show date: August 25 – 26, 2010 Venue: INTEX SHANGHAI, Shanghai, China Show organizer: Canon Communications Exhibition frequency: Yearly Show website: http://www.devicelink.com/expo/shanghai09/index_en.html K 2010 ready for the next upswing Despite the rather difficult economic climate for the industry, all 19 of the available halls are to be occupied and all the big names are on board. Some 3,000 exhibitors will step out at the No. 1 event for the industry from October 27 to November 3, 2010. No other trade fair in the industry compares with K 2010 for the panorama it will provide on offerings from all over the globe. The extensive palette on display is once again assured by exhibitors' international reach. Companies from every continent have signed up to showcase their innovations in the following categories: • Raw materials, auxiliaries • Semi-finished products, technical parts and reinforced plastics • Machinery and equipment for the plastics and rubber industry Once again, suppliers from Germany, Italy, Austria, Switzerland and the USA as well as Asian manufacturers from China, Taiwan Province and India will be out in force. Among them will be not only the global market leaders but also a wealth of exciting newcomers. Show date: October 27–November 3, 2010 Venue: Düsseldorf Fairgrounds, Düsseldorf, Germany Show organizer: Messe Düsseldorf GmbH Exhibition frequency: Every 3 years Opening hours: 10:00 am–6:30 pm Estimated number of exhibitor: About 3,000 Show website: http://www.k-online.de/ ■ Caption: K 2010 will occupy 19 halls (Remarks: Information was provided by the show organizers) CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Product Supply Injection blow molding machine with high speed The “WIB-50D” injection blow molding machine offered by Chinese machinery provider Jingye has made new standard in the speed of HDPE bottle production to 4000 pcs / hour. Leveraging Jingye’s patent technology with vertical injection and double-station design, the model can synchronize in symmetry both “injection” and “blow” stations, bringing further advantages including higher efficiency, reduction of energy consumption, lesser footprint and using lesser auxiliary equipment. Caption: Whirlwind series Imported technology well suited for thin wall application Ningbo Hwamda, a Chinese machinery manufacturer, will launch in CHINAPLAS the M8 series injection molding machine. This series adopts newly designed high rigidity joint-unit platen and T-groove platen. Using YUKEN high precision variable displacement pump from Japan, which cooperate with the newly designed hydraulic system and controller imported from Austria. M8-H series adopts the patent technology of double joint-working motor, and that cooperates with the specially designed hydraulic system of highest efficiency. Energy is reserved during the whole cycle, using a high quality accumulator, the maximum injecting speed is 600mm/s, it is suitable for plastic products of thickness <0.5 mm. The series adopts the specially designed high speed injection Rexroth close-loop valve imported from Germany. Using the newly-designed injection integrative unit, the double high-low cylinder injecting unit ensures stable injection under high pressure and speed. By adopting newly designed high speed screw, the maximum injecting pressure is 250mpa. Space saving blow molding machine For small-scale blow-molding, Kautex Maschinenbau GmbH, has provided new options that combines flexibility and compactness in packaging production in a huge range of sizes and different materials. The space-saving KCC 5 D, is designed as a double station, works with the latest extrusion blow-molding technology and is equipped with a triple-die head. With mold cavities on both sides, the compact machine can produce twice as many articles as a conventional single station machine, with virtually the same space requirement. For optimal use of the production options, the mold cavities of the KCC 5 D are arranged in line with the‘bottom-to-bottom principle' so that three articles with the opening upwards and three articles with the opening downwards can be molded in each cycle on each station. The double station machine is suitable for all conventional blow-molding materials and consumer packaging in sizes from 50 ml to approx. five liters. During production, the wall thickness distribution is controlled by means of a user-friendly software, thus guaranteeing a constant quality. With a total of twelve cavities, the smallest machine of the KCC series achieves a production rate of approximately. 4,320 articles per hour. Easy to configure, versatile temperature controller WITTMANN, one of the leading manufacturers of robots and peripheral equipment for the plastics industries, has presented customers the choice to select configuration options when acquiring temperature controllers. The Austrian company has provided the units of the TEMPRO basic type were furnished e.g. with enhanced pumps or with connectors for external sensors–just to mention a few of the multiple possibilities. Now WITTMANN is presenting the latest configuration option for their TEMPRO basic C90 and TEMPRO basic C140 temperature controllers: the serial machine interface. The interface is enabling the direct communication between injection molding machine and the tempering unit. This interface is working with all common transmission protocols e.g. P2, EUROMAP 66, and CAN. In combination with the respective hardware (20mA, RS232, RS458, CAN), the Caption: TEMPRO basic C90 (C140), temperature controller CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Product Supply WITTMANN TEMPRO basic units are covering nearly every possible interface application. The temperature control base models TEMPRO basic C90 and C140 are used for any application requiring precise tempering in the range of 10-140 °C. Being very simple to operate, they are providing the highest ease of use. The technical design of the TEMPRO basic C90 tempering unit is based on an open system (= unpressurized operation), and it can be used for temperatures of up to 90 °C max. The TEMPRO basic C140 on the other hand is designed as a closed system, easily heating up the carrier medium (water) to a value of up to 140 °C. PP-based elastomers add value to flexible films The new grades of Vistamaxx propylene-based elastomers offered by petrochemical company ExxonMobil Chemical has created new opportunities for customers to add value to their flexible film applications across the value chain. Film manufacturers and end users are discovering that the combination of benefits offered by Vistamaxx provides a new level of performance potential. Enhanced sealability, improved adhesion, inherent elasticity, notable toughness and broad polyolefin compatibility delivered by Vistamaxx are inspiring innovation and product development in a wide range of flexible film applications. These include cast polypropylene (cPP), stretch hood, PP raffia tape, extrusion coated and laminated woven and nonwoven polyolefinic substrates, surface protection, cast stretch, and elastic hygiene film. High transparency film applications also benefit from the good optical properties and chemical resistance of Vistamaxx. The complete combination of benefits allows film manufacturers and end user customers to design films with new levels of performance, lower formulation and processing costs, and achieve sustainability objectives with lower energy usage, reduced material consumption and, as Vistamaxx is a polyolefin, recyclability. Now four new grades, Vistamaxx 6202FL, Vistamaxx 6102FL, Vistamaxx 3980FL and Vistamaxx 3020FL, have recently been introduced for high performance film applications. The FL series of Vistamaxx grades exhibits a low gel count, provides processing and performance improvements, and protects your investment in film aesthetics, offering film formulators, converters and end-users inspiring new options for next generation film designs. These options include: excellent sealing operation and package integrity; improved film tear resistance at high stretch ratios; and, improvements in scratch and indent-free surface protection. Caption: Vistamaxx PP based elasatomer offer low gel count for good appearance This series of Vistamaxx FL low gel grades can result in outstanding printing and optical quality and, as with all Vistamaxx grades offered to the film market, complies with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and European Union (EU)-Directive for use in contact with food. Insulation material used in wallpapers Saarpor, a German insulation material manufacturer, is now using Neopor, BASF's expandable polystyrene (EPS), in its Climapor insulation wallpapers. The new wallpapers show an insulation performance which is up to 20% better than that of conventional wallpapers. They save heating costs, improve the indoor climate and can be used as a wallpaper primer. Neopor is the advanced version of the classic insulation material Styropor (EPS): it contains special graphite particles which act like mirrors in reflecting the thermal radiation and thus reduce heat losses. Climapor can be used to insulate rooms retroactively and with little effort by do-it-yourself. The insulation wallpapers, which are four millimeters thick, are available in different versions, all of which meet the requirements of thermal conductivity class 032 and of European fire class E in accordance with DIN EN 13501-1. They can resist temperatures of up to 75°C and can also cover cracks and uneven areas. The wallpaper is stuck to the wall using a commercially available Styropor adhesive. The aluminum-laminated version of Climapor is covered with a heat-reflecting aluminum foil. It is particularly suitable for insulating radiator alcoves. The wallpaper thus helps to heat up the room more quickly. The version which is laminated with pasteboard is used for insulating inside walls. It creates walls which are warm to the touch and is used as the base layer for all kinds of wallpaper. An insulation wallpaper which is four millimeters thick has the same insulating effect as a wall which is made from 85 mm of solid brick or 98 mm of sandy limestone or 262 mm of standard concrete. CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Product Supply New "plug 'n play" hot runner system Synventive Molding Solutions has introduced two additions to its hot runner product line; the new model 06E threaded/screw fit hot runner nozzle and the model PNC30 pneumatic bolt-on actuator for valve gate hot runner systems. The model 06E threaded/screw fit manifold nozzle further enhances the Synventive small-sized line of threaded leak-proof manifold nozzles. Available with both thermal gate and valve gate options, the 06E features a 6mm flow bore (with 20mm mold cut-out) and is designed for small shot weights up to 100g per nozzle. Since these nozzles are threaded into the manifold, a leak-proof system is provided without critical stack up dimensions that must be maintained. These nozzles are externally heated and are available in lengths from 60-200mm. The nozzle heaters are easily replaceable and have integrated, replaceable thermocouples. When the new 06E nozzles are used as a valve gate system and combined with a Synventive bolt-on actuator, the complete hot runner system is supplied pre-wired and pre-hosed for simple“plug‘n play”mold installation. The model PNC30 pneumatic bolt-on valve gate actuator extends the Synventive bolt-on actuator series. This new product simplifies hot runner installation in the mold by providing“plug‘n play”capability. Function compounds in medical applications In medical applications, plastics have to fulfill several basic requirements in addition to physiological properties such as biocompatibility: an ability to withstand sterilization by various procedures, good resistance to media and radiation, transparency to X-rays and NMR as well as good mechanical properties, even at elevated temperatures. Highly integrated components and systems–such as in containers for operating room–are increasingly making use of innovative compounds, mainly based on high-temperature-resistant, amorphous and partially crystalline plastics such as PEEK, PPS, PPSU and PEI. Using special additives, the LUVOCOM high-performance thermoplastics from Lehmann (Continued on p103) CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Chinese Abstracts 專題報道 Perspective 綠色技術在“2010國際橡塑展”展豐姿 P 20 Green Technologies Gain A Boost at CHINAPLAS 2010 在今屆國際橡塑展主題“綠色製造．共塑未來”之下，參加展會人仕將可充份領略減少使用(Reduce)、物盡其用(Reuse)及循環再用(Recycle)等技術在塑料工業的重要性。環保3用(3R)的議題對要求達到綠色生產的企業固然重要，尤其是以中國為生產基地的塑料企業，對3R的應用需求極為殷切。 EUROMAP 談綠色技術應用及行業發展 P 24 EUROMAP on Green Technology and Industry Trends EUROMAP (歐洲塑料和橡膠工業機械製造商協會)秘書長Thorsten Kühmann透過與CPRJ(國際版)的對談，就歐洲行業對綠色塑料、塑機行業復蘇以及全球塑料業如何從高速增長中的中國經濟中獲利，分享了他的意見。 CHINAPLAS 展商談發展與期望 P 26 Exhibitors Speak on Goals and Strategies in 2010 亞洲第一大、全球第三大橡塑行業展覽會CHINAPLAS最新一屆展會將展示行業最新技術與熱點。為提前讓讀者獲悉CHINAPLAS 2010展示的新品及活動，CHINAPLAS官方指定媒體之一CPRJ International釆訪了部分參展商。 領先擠出技術搶“鮮”看 P 38 Technologies Leading to Productivity Increase in Extrusion CHINAPLAS 2010上將展出先進的擠出成型技術，在不同展台，觀眾可看到最新的設備及機器，可有效提升塑料薄膜、片板材、型材、管材等擠出制品的生產效率。 聚焦中國 China in Focus 內需促2009年中國塑料工業向好發展 P 41 China Plastics Industry Fueled by Strong Domestic Demand in 2009 受內需帶動，2009年中國塑料制品工業產量產值仍逆勢保持了兩位數的良好增速，但出口尚未恢復。本文結合中國統計局及海關的數據，描繪了2009年中國塑料制品及其原料、設備工業的發展概況。 材料供應商依靠研發拓展空間 P 43 Material Supplier Relying on R&D Further Innovations 於2007年成立的TPE專業生產商摩比斯可謂後起之秀，盡管成立不久就遭遇全球金融危機的衝擊，但公司仍堅定信心和發展方向，加大研發投入，在台灣建設先進生產基地，養精蓄銳，迎接下一輪激烈競爭。 設備行業謀求本土及海外市場並行發展 P 44 Machinery Provider: Striking Balance Between Domestic and Overseas Markets 泰瑞機器制造（中國）有限公司董事長、總經理鄭建國接受了CHINAPLAS官方指定媒體之一CPRJ International釆訪，介紹了公司將在CHINAPLAS 2010上展示的新品以及公司發展近況。2009年公司銷售在逆境中繼續保持良好增長態勢，全年銷售收入比上年增長60%以上，2010年計划銷售收入同比增長70%以上，出口同比增長50%以上。 市場趨勢 Market Lookout 全球重點塑料行業發展展望 P 46 The Outlook of Important Plastics and Rubber Industries 金融危機爆發後的2009年，全球經濟可謂跌宕起伏。幸運的是，和其他行業一樣，復蘇的跡象在2009年底也出現在橡塑領域。不同國家的行業報告顯示，2010年有望看到經濟的復蘇。 塑料應用 Plastics Application 中國醫用塑料生產需求火熱 P 49 China's Demand and Production in Medical Plastics Remain Bullish 隨著經濟發展和人口老齡化趨勢，大眾對健康的關注使得醫療用品及器械的需求變得更大。醫療用品及器械的殷切需求帶動了醫用塑料橡膠的快速發展，而橡塑領域的研發和創新也推動了橡塑原材料和設備在醫療領域的應用。即使全球面對金融海嘯的衝擊，醫療領域的表現在中國及世界各地的產業中，依然是一枝獨秀。 產品設計 Product Design 家品設計：把關“創新”的質量 P 52 The Art of Product Design 工業設計不同於純粹的概念設計，任何一個產品的設計，都必須考慮到工業化相關的所有因素。不只是產品的結構設計要考慮材料、成型等因素，產品的外觀同樣需要考慮各種功能性的實現，甚至要考慮到所用材料的特點。因而，看來只是“表面”的外觀設計同樣可見真功夫。 化學品及原料 Chemicals & Raw Materials 生物基完全可生物降解材料PHA的應用及產業化 P56 The Application and Industrialization of Bio-based Degradable Materials—PHA 在自然環境下即可完全分解的PHA材料具有從剛性材料到彈性體的性能，應用範圍几乎可以涵蓋所有通用塑料領域，並且在環保性能、生物相容性以及緩釋性能方面具有其他材料不可比擬的優勢，發展前景不可限量。 橡膠與彈性體 Rubber and Elastomers 橡膠與塑料的並用 P 65 The Magic of Plastic-Rubber Composite 橡膠與塑料並用的彈性體既有橡膠材料的特點，又有塑料的某些特性，具有綜合性能良好、易於加工成型、性價比高等顯著優勢，近年來日益引起業界廣泛的興趣和重視。本文着重以橡膠為主，並用部分塑料進行共混形成的彈性體的性能予以介紹。 CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com

Product Supply (Continued form:Product Supply:p75) & Voss & Co., Hamburg, featured frictional and wear characteristics of such compounds and also to raise the electrical and thermal conductivity. Color, fabrication accuracy, barrier properties, thermal expansion and antimicrobial characteristics are additionally open to selected adjustment. Caption: Compounds featuring frictional and wear characteristics are suited to medical use DME Stellar Hot Runners gain molders advantages in micromolding DME Company, a supplier of mold technologies, is bringing molders and moldmakers its inclusive upgrade to the popular Stellar 4000 micromolding product line. The 5000 series now offers customers enhancements to the standard format for commodity material applications, and a high performance format for engineering and filled material applications. The Standard 5000 series features a solid titanium point gate retainer for improved heat isolation, and a shielded mini-coil heater that quickens heat transfer for commodity grade materials. For harder-to-process applications and materials, the High-Performance 5000 Series includes an embedded brass heater for optimized heat transfer with engineering grade materials, and a thru-hole tip sub-assembly that offers superior wear resistance. All Stellar 5000 Round and Rectangular Multi-Threaded Nozzle Assemblies feature high-performance gate detail geometry for application flexibility. Compression Nozzles are also available for customized pitch designs. Caption: Stellar hot runner can facilitate the molding of small items The DME line of Stellar Micromolding Hot Runner Systems features highly conductive tip designs and precise heat profiling for hard-to-process materials like PET, PBT and PA. This and other high-performance features of the Stellar 5000 contribute to superior performance, exacting precision and flexibility for modular construction ranging from very small part molding to high-cavitation molding. ■ CPRJ International Apr 2010 www.AdsaleCPRJ.com