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Jul 2015
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Polymers and Plastics

EPDM Rubber (2015 Program)

This report analyzes various technological and commercial aspects of EPDM, the prospects for which are linked to demand in the growing automotive industry, its primary end use sector. The report summarizes the conventional solution, slurry, and gas phase processes that have been implemented. It also describes modern-day advances in EPDM technology, including the introduction of a recently developed, bio-based route to EPDM. In addition, a comparison of the cost of production of EPDM in various regions via these processes is provided.
Jun 2015
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Polymers and Plastics
Specialty Chemicals and Advanced Materials

Epoxy Resins (2015 Program)

This report provides a deep technical review of the commercial and developing technologies to produce bisphenol A based liquid and solid epoxy resins, as well as epoxy phenol novolac resins.  Their cost of production has been estimated for plants located in the U.S. and China, where capacity is increasing rapidly. As the industry is currently restructuring, a high-level analysis of the business and strategic considerations from the perspective of a company entering or expanding into the epoxy resin market has been included in this report. This analysis is underpinned by a review of end-use sector consumption as well as global and regional market dynamics.
Dec 2014
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Petrochemicals
Polymers and Plastics
Specialty Chemicals and Advanced Materials

Non-Phthalate Plasticizers (2014 Program)

Plasticizers are a key component in flexible PVC formulations. This report provides analysis of the chemistry, technology and economics of aromatic and aliphatic plasticizers. Plasticizer markets are reviewed, with a focus on industry trends and development of non-phthalate plasticizers. Types of aromatic plasticizers discussed in this report include phthalates, terephthalates, trimellitates and benzoates. Types of aliphatic plasticizers discussed in this report include cycloaliphatics, adipates, polymerics, citrates, fatty acid esters, glycerides and epoxidized soybean oil.
Dec 2014
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Polymers and Plastics
Specialty Chemicals and Advanced Materials

Thermoplastic Polyolefin Elastomers (2014 Program)

This report provides an overview of the process technologies for the production of in-situ TPO, compounded TPO, TPV, polyolefin elastomers, and olefin block copolymers. Cost of production estimates have been developed and compared for the USGC, South East Asia and Middle East. The report examines recent technology trends and market drivers for the main product categories. Market estimations have also been developed for the major global regions.
Dec 2014
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Specialty Chemicals and Advanced Materials
Polymers and Plastics

Silicones (2014 Program)

This report analyzes commercial technologies for making selected silicone precursors and polysiloxanes. Cost of production estimates for silicon metal, methyl chloride, methylchlorosilane and siloxanes have been developed. Commercial applications and regional supply/demand analysis of siloxanes are included. 
Oct 2014
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Petrochemicals
Polymers and Plastics
Renewable Energy and Chemicals

Acrylamide (2014 Program)

This report provides analysis of the technology and economics of acrylamide production, via both conventional metal catalyzed methods and the modern biotransformation route, including cost of production models.  Recent key developments in biocatalyst technology and process design for the biotransformation method are discussed, as well as technological progress on the potential for acrylamide production from renewable sources via 3-hydroxypropionic acid.  A thorough market review, including global capacity listings and regional supply/demand figures, is included alongside discussion of key end-use markets and key product  growth drivers.
Oct 2014
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Polymers and Plastics

Polyolefins Global Technology Analysis 2014

Detailed analysis of developments in polyolefin technology and includes all major licensed technologies, as well as technologies not licensed but important to the polyolefin industry. Focuses on factors within the industry and the external market that shape technology development and competitive positioning.
Oct 2014
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Polymers and Plastics
Specialty Chemicals and Advanced Materials

Polyurethanes (2014 Program)

This report provides analysis of the chemistry, process technology, product formulation, and production economics for polyurethane foams.  All major types of PU are discussed in this report including flexible PU foam, rigid PU foam, coating, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers.  A market review, including global and regional demand figures, is included alongside key end-use markets.
Sep 2014
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Petrochemicals
Renewable Energy and Chemicals
Polymers and Plastics

Acrylic Acid (2014 Program)

This report provides an in-depth technology, economic, and market analysis of the acrylic acid and acrylate esters industry. Technologies modeled for economic benchmarking include acrylic acid via two-step propylene oxidation, acrylic acid via polypropiolactone from ethylene oxide, and overviews of developing bio-based routes. Cost of production models for the purification of crude acrylic acid to glacial acrylic acid, as well as the production of acrylate esters (esterification of acrylic acid) are also included.

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