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• Reduce your carbon footprint with U.S. EPA and CARB compliant material solution for HDPE fuel tanks

  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is turning its attention to manufacturing processes that use fluorination. In a letter issued by the EPA in 2022, the agency stated that the presence of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) formed as a byproduct in containers may be a violation of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Fluorination has been used as an industry standard to build a barrier technology against evaporative emissions for high density polyethylene (HDPE) fuel tanks, yet there are better permeation solutions available in the marketplace.

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• Tool of the Month: Predict stress-strain curves quickly with our Stress-strain Tool

  Stress-strain behavior is at the core of all application development for design engineers. Our Stress-strain Tool helps you predict the stress-strain curve of our materials grades at any given temperature and humidity, ensuring the right conditions for your application without slowing down projects.

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• PPS for hydrogen mobility — no trouble for H2

  Fuel cells lend themselves to many areas in the transportation sector, and heavy-duty transportation in particular profits from them. Yet, special materials are required for these complex drive systems. Polyphenylene sulfide-based compounds developed for this purpose not only offer mechanical and chemical resistance—these compounds also extend the fuel cell system’s service life.

  Blog Hydrogen Fuel Cells

• DSM Engineering Materials works with sustainability-focused startup DiFOLD to help create an award-winning reusable and recyclable water bottle.

  Sustainably-focused startup DiFOLD has been on a mission to create foldable reusable products that will reduce the environmental impact of packaging waste. The startup chose DSM Engineering Material’s Arnitel® Eco – a bio-based thermoplastic copolyester – for its flagship Origami Bottle.

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• As China’s photovoltaic industry continues to grow, advanced materials play key role enabling lightweight and more sustainable PV components

  Throughout the world energy prices have been rising – the rapid economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, extreme weather conditions, increasing population, and tightening supplies of natural gas and oil are all attributing to increased energy costs. In China, under its National Strategy of green and low-carbon transformation, construction of new renewable energy power systems has been proposed, and the development space of China's photovoltaic industry is ripe for innovation.

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• New eco-friendly, flexible material solution raises the bar of temperature resistant TPCs for air management applications

  For hybrid vehicles, there is an ongoing demand for internal combustion engine (ICE) powertrains to deliver better fuel economy, higher efficiency and reduced emissions. The trend to improve ICE vehicle efficiency with better fuel economy and an increase in engine power owes a lot to turbocharge technology. When there is an increase in engine performance and efficiency, high heat and more aggressive gasses under high pressure are a result.

  Blog Arnitel Hot Charge Duct Stanyl Lightweighting

• EU rules will make connectors more sustainable to reduce electronic waste, and make consumers’ lives easier

  Soon consumers in the EU will be able to use one common charging port—the USB Type-C connector—for most of their electronics charging needs. Recently, Parliament and Council negotiators agreed that by autumn of 2024, USB Type-C connector will become the common charging port for many electronics. Although USB Type-C connectors rapidly restore electronic battery life, these connectors can create a fire hazard if made of low-performance insulating plastics. Learn about materials solutions that increase safety and enable you to deliver high-performance connectors with stringent design requirements.

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• Manufacturing durable, lightweight gears for demanding comfort actuator applications

  Interior vehicle features that enhance the comfort of drivers and passengers influence customers’ purchasing decisions, and to meet consumer expectations, comfort systems require numerous actuators. As the demand for these parts is expected to play a significant role in driving the growth of the global automotive electric actuator market, manufacturers need to work with actuator gear suppliers that are prepared to deliver robust parts in a timely manner.

  Blog Gears & Actuation Lightweighting Cost reduction & simplification Stanyl EcoPaXX

• DSM highlights from Auto Expo 2023

  Auto Expo 2023, Asia’s largest automotive show, has drawn to a close. It was an impressive event with more than 600,000 attendees and more than 150 exhibitors, including DSM Engineering Materials. At our booth, we featured innovative materials solutions for mobility, focusing on hydrogen vehicle applications.

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• Staying ahead of shifting water contact regulations while embracing circular materials

  To meet the demands of evolving regulations and market dynamics, water system parts manufacturers are under pressure to bring compliant parts to the market. Lead-leaching brass is being retired, and in some cases polyamide 66 and POM need to be replaced with safer alternatives. Yet, many commercial plastics fail to meet the strict requirements. To stay ahead of competitors, it’s critical that part suppliers adopt robust, versatile and circular material solutions.

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