Extrusion International 2-2022

20 Extrusion International 2/2022 INDUSTRY NEWS Market Study: Stabilizers „ Plastics have many enemies, but sunlight and oxygen are among the worst. Polymers must be protected against oxida- tion, UV rays, and heat with stabilizers. Without stabilizing chemicals, window frames, cables and many other plastic or rubber products could not survive for a long time, and often could not even be manufactured. Ceresana has now investi- gated the global market for these essential additives for the fi fth time.Market researchers expect revenues fromstabilizers for plastics and elastomers to grow to USD 6.7 billion annually by 2030. Market Forecasts and Industry Analysis for Stabilizers: Chapter 1 provides a presentation and analysis of the global market for plastic stabilizers – including forecasts up to 2030: con- sumption as well as revenue are outlined for each region of the world. Furthermore, the global and regional demand is analyzed for each product type and application area. Tin stabilizers, lead stabilizers, calcium-based stabilizers, liquid mixed metal stabilizers and other products are considered spe- ci fi cally. Chapter 2 analyzes stabilizers de- mand and revenues for 16 countries. The demand is examined in detail for each stabilizer type and application areas. Chapter 3 provides useful company pro fi les of the most im- portant producers of stabilizers for plastics and elastomers. Detailed pro fi les are provided by the 70 most important man- ufacturers. Ceresana www.ceresana.com/en/market-studies/chemicals/stabilizers/ Capital Equipment Sales Manager Appointed „ Davis-Standard announced that Matthew Urban has been hired as Capital Equipment Sales Manager for the TSL (Ther- moforming Systems, LLC) product line. In this role, Urban will Davis-Standard, LLC www.davis-standard.com MatthewUrban be responsible for global sales of TSL’s sheet and thermoform- ing technology primarily used for food and beverage end markets. TSL offers customers pellet-to-product solutions with a portfolio of formers, trim presses and rotary machinery, as well as in-line extrusion capabilities. “Matthew understands thermoforming equipment and the customers we serve,” said Roger Moore, VP of Sales for TSL. “His leadership abilities and experience, knowledge of the in- dustry, and commitment to service will be an asset to our mar- ket development efforts.” RegXcellence ® for Plastic Additives Launched – A New Service for Regulatory Excellence „ BASF launches a new service offering, RegXcellence ® , for its plastic additives customers which enables targeted access to a range of global regulatory support. RegXcellence provides digital solutions and simpli fi es regulatory issue management with advisory support to accelerate innovation opportunities. The regulatory landscape changes constantly. It is increasingly challenging for global businesses tonavigate the complex reg- ulatory frameworks whilst remaining compliant. “As a leading global producer of plastic additives, we lever- age our extensive experience in the plastic industry and strong knowledge of product stewardship and chemical legislation to stay ahead of the evolving regulatory trends. We proactively support our customers to ensure responsible and appropriate use of our additive solutions,” says Dr. Thomas Kloster, Presi- dent, Performance Chemicals, BASF. “With the extension of the successful RegXcellence service to include plastic additives, we now enable our customers to bene fi t from our extensive BASF Plastic Additives www.plasticadditives.basf.com regulatory service and expertise. Together, we can mitigate business risks, accelerate innovation, and achieve sustainable growth through regulatory compliance.” As this serviceexpands, plastic additives customerswill haveac- cess to a convenient digital solution to access regulatory docu- ments. A global community of regulatory experts also evalu- ates relevant environmental, health and safety data. These experts are available to support customers when it comes to registration services or process and substance consulting. In addition, speci fi c regulatory trainings are offered. BASF already offers RegXcellence services to the customers of its fuel and lubricant solutions, plasticizers, pharma solutions and human nutrition businesses.