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Approximately 40% of total energy demand in Europe are consumed in buildings, a majority thereof for heating and warm water. To improve energy efficiency, insulation of house walls or roofs is discussed frequently.

High-density polyethylene is the type of polyethylene offering the highest rigidity and least flexibility.

The catastrophic major fire at Grenfell Tower in London led to a public discussion about the safety of insulation material. This is a great challenge for the producers.

Large amounts of plasticizers are processed to make brittle plastics, elastomers, paints and varnishes, as well as adhesives smooth, flexible or even useful in the first place.

Polypropylene (PP) is the second most important standard plastic after polyethylene, compatible with many processing technologies, and used for the most diverse applications ranging from packaging to household appliances, clothes, and vehicles.

The tragic fire catastrophe of the Grenfell Tower in London directed the public attention towards building envelopes.

More than 4 million tonnes of plastic masterbatches were consumed worldwide in 2016.

In the case of the popular environmental issue of light-weight plastic carrier bags, first consequences of the corresponding EU directive can be observed.

Despite controversial plasticizers, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is one of the best-selling types of plastic.

Ceresana presents new study on the global market for plastic additives.