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More chalk, fewer problems: the role of functional additives

In an effort to reduce production costs, manufacturers of PVC products are increasingly turning to highly filled formulations. Calcium carbonate (chalk) is rightly regarded as the leading filler. Howe...

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November
2026

Revaguard BG08P: reliable flame retardancy for polyolefins and engineering plastics

Polyolefins – polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) – are widely used in packaging, pipes, cable insulation, construction products and automotive parts. However, PE and PP are combustible materials...

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October
2026

More chalk, fewer problems: the role of laboratory equipment

In an effort to reduce production costs, manufacturers of PVC products are increasingly turning to highly filled formulations. Calcium carbonate (chalk) is rightly regarded as the leading filler. Howe...

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October
2026

How to reduce scrap and production trial costs: Hapro laboratory equipment

In recent years, manufacturers have increasingly faced inconsistent raw-material quality, supplier changes and the need to adjust formulations quickly. Testing every change on a production line is exp...

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October
2026

Polypropylene V-0: Halogenated and Halogen-Free Formulation Approaches

Polypropylene combines low density, good mechanical properties, chemical resistance and ease of processing. From a fire-safety perspective, however, PP has a serious drawback: it ignites readily, burn...

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September
2026

FRLS and HFFR: How Halogen-Containing and Halogen-Free Cable Materials Differ.

When selecting a cable type, a common question is: which should you choose, FRLS or HFFR? Technically, this comparison is not quite precise. FRLS is a designation for a finished cable. HFFR describ...

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September
2026