ADI Chemical Market Resources has completed a detailed analysis of high melt-strength polypropylene (HMS PP) technologies, designed to enhance PP’s processability in applications like extrusion foaming, thermoforming, and blow molding. HMS PP is produced through techniques such as long-chain branching and molecular modification, making it competitive with polystyrene and polyethylene in performance-demanding uses. Key applications […]

ADI Chemical Market Resources (ADI CMR) conducted a strategic study of global styrene block copolymer (SBC) markets, including SBS, SEBS, and SIS. These thermoplastic elastomers offer outstanding mechanical, elastic, and processing properties and are widely used as polymer modifiers and in adhesives, films, wire and cable, roofing, and automotive parts. The report analyzes supply-demand dynamics, […]

LNG peak shaving involves storing LNG at power plants for use during periods of high electricity demand, typically driven by extreme seasonal temperatures.

AMERICAS Dunkin’ Donuts seeking replacement of EPS cup Dunkin’ Brands Group Inc. has looked for alternatives to expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam cups for its coffee cups. Currently, polypropylene foam cups from Berry Plastics Group have been considered the best alternative to EPS foam cups. Dunkin’ Donuts also seeks a new and recyclable lid to be […]

Stricter marine emissions regulations drive interest in cleaner fuels; abundant North American shale gas offers LNG and methanol as lower-emission alternatives to traditional fuels.

 AMERICAS  Sekisui Plastics USA introduces a new grade of Piocelan®foam resin  Sekisui Plastics USA has launched a new grade of moldable Piocelan®foam resin, Piocelan T. The new material is a hybrid of polystyrene and polyolefins using Sekisui Plastics’ proprietary hybrid foam technology. Compared to previous grades that lack sufficient heat resistance for some automotive applications, […]

ADI Analytics was cited in Bloomberg’s story about Freeport LNG, which is set to start operations in 2018. ADI Analytics drew upon its database of all LNG projects in the United States to find that no Chinese customers have yet been disclosed on off-take agreements for LNG export projects. “Aside from Cheniere Energy Inc.’s Sabine […]

Diesel dominance in U.S. heavy-duty trucking faces potential displacement by abundant, low-cost natural gas, particularly LNG. Regional adoption, notably in California, precedes anticipated national expansion.

Increased U.S. shale gas production has spurred numerous LNG export projects. While off-take agreements are crucial, robust gas sourcing strategies for these liquefaction plants are equally vital, especially as operations commence.

Ammonia production, a mature and widely practiced method, provides established natural gas monetization.

AMERICAS   Shintech to build new ethylene unit at Iberville Parish facility   Shintech, the largest PVC producer in North America, will invest USD 1.4 billion for a new ethane cracker installed at its facility in Iberville Parish, Louisiana, as well as infrastructures that connect ethylene output to VCM and PVC units. The new plant […]

Uday Turaga of ADI Analytics recently spoke at the annual Gas Processors Association’s meeting. He spoke about natural gas monetization in North America drawing on research from ADI Analytics’ Gas Monetization Advisory discussing a wide range of topics including power generation, GTL technology, LNG projects, and natural gas in transportation. His presentation was recapped in an article by […]