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Apr 2007
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Polymers and Plastics
Specialty Chemicals and Advanced Materials

Thermoplastic Wood Composites (2007 Program)

The technology and production economics for thermoplastic wood composites are presented for this growing area. Polyethylene, polypropylene and PVC based composites are assessed. In addition, a market outlook for N. America, W. Europe and China is presented.
Apr 2007
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Petrochemicals

Coal to Olefins (2007 Program)

The technology for converting coal all the way through to ethylene and propylene is developing rapidly and commercialization plans are developing rapidly as well, especially in China. This new report demonstrates the favorable economics of coal to olefins (CTO) using both UOP and Chinese-based technology.
Mar 2007
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Petrochemicals
Polymers and Plastics

Trends in Plasticizers (2007 Program)

Plasticizers for PVC are under pressure for environmental and safety reasons. This report reviews the latest issues impacting the market and looks at some of the replacement materials being substituted for DOP. The process technology and production economics for various plasticizer alcohols, phthalic anhydride and plasticizers are provided. Regional market forecasts are also given.
Mar 2007
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Petrochemicals

Phenol/Acetone/Cumene (2007 Program)

The various process routes to phenol are assessed and their production economics compared. The conventional cumene-based process, Mitsui acetone recycle process, Solutia co-product free process, and Shell’s emerging phenol/acetone/MEK route are presented. Regional phenol supply/demend forecasts are also provided.

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