The polymerization chemistry, process technology, and production economics for polystyrene (GPPS, HIPS, EPS) are presented. In addition, regional supply/demand forecasts out to 2010 are also provided.
Regional round-up of industry developments, regional pricing analysis and capacity expansions are provided for the fourth quarter, 2005. In addition, a discussion of on-purpose propylene technologies and market drivers is included.
Comparative regional economics for ethylene and HDPE, LLDPE and LDPE production are provided. The benefits of ethylene back integration are assessed. Comparative regional economics for polypropylene production are also provided
The process technology and production economics of both synthetic and fermentation ethanol is presented. Supply/demand issues in key ethanol producing countries is also provided.
The chemistry, process technology and production economics for ethylene oxide and ethylene glycol are presented. The Shell OMEGA process for ethylene glycol only is highlighted. Supply/demand forecasts for EO and EG out to 2010 are also provided.
The process technology and production economics for formaldehyde and key derivatives is presented. Regional formaldehyde capacities and supply/demand forecasts out to 2015 are also provided.
Study provides an in-depth quantitative/qualitative analysis of the production of commodity chemicals from coal. Study includes a wide-ranging cost of production analysis, comparisons to conventional technology and feedstocks; and regional comparisons