The corona pandemic and the respective global containment measures are causing massive economic disruption, which is also damaging the supposedly solid construction industry. With this study, Ceresana has already examined the European market for windows
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Well Connected: Ceresana Report on the European Market for Plastic Pipes
Demand for plastic pipes is rising in many European countries. New apartments are currently built in metropolitan areas in particular. The construction industry is, however, not booming in all areas: fully utilized capacities, rising prices,
WeiterlesenLight, practical, controversial: Ceresana study on the European market for bags and sacks
Products made from plastic are currently in the spotlight of the European public’s attention. Especially the thoughtless and excessive use of single-use bags has received a lot of criticism. The European Union stipulates to further
WeiterlesenEstablished Classic: Ceresana Presents Fifth Report on the Global Market for Polypropylene
Polypropylene is one of the world’s most widely produced standard plastics, second only to polyethylene. “PP can be processed using various techniques and is used for the most diverse applications ranging from packaging to household
WeiterlesenSolid and Moldable: Ceresana Expects Further Growth for the Polystyrene (PS) and Extruded Polystyrene (EPS) Market
One of the oldest plastic types is still of great economic importance: about 90 years ago, polystyrene was first produced in Germany. To this day, most yogurt cups are made of polystyrene. Since 1950, polystyrene
WeiterlesenNecessary Additives: Ceresana Analyzes the Global Market for Plasticizers
Plasticizers are one of the best-selling chemicals. They are needed to make brittle plastics, rubbers, paints and coatings as well as adhesives more smooth, flexible, and soft. “PVC floors, cables, plastic toys or packaging –
WeiterlesenIndestructible Plastic: Ceresana Analyzes the Global Market for PVC
Sunlight, acid or salt water: Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) can withstand practically anything and is almost indestructible. PVC plasticizers are controversial, yet, this robust material remains one of the most frequently produced plastics alongside polypropylene and
WeiterlesenLightweight, Resistant, and Versatile: Ceresana Analyzes the Global Market for PVC Pipes
Plastic pipes increasingly replace pipelines made of aluminum, concrete, cast iron, copper or steel: Due to their low weight and resistance against corrosion and chemicals, the volume of the plastic pipes market grows almost everywhere.
WeiterlesenUptrend of the Stand-Up Pouches: Ceresana Analyzes the Global Market for Bags and Sacks
Should single use carrier bags be banned? Discussions on this topic increase in the media of many countries. More and more countries try to banish lightweight plastic bags in particular from retail or at least
WeiterlesenElastic and Heatable: Ceresana Analyzes the Global Market for Thermoplastic Elastomers
Melting, repeatedly deforming, and recycling: Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) can be processed just like conventional standard plastics when reheated. At room temperature however, TPE plastics have the same mechanical properties as vulcanized elastomers: They are elastic,
WeiterlesenProven White Pigments: Third Ceresana Report on the Global Market for Titanium Dioxide
The market research company Ceresana analyzed the global market for titanium dioxide (TiO2) along its whole value-added chain already for the third time. The most important natural resources for titanium dioxide are the minerals ilmenite
WeiterlesenSolid and Flexible: Ceresana Analyzes the World Market for Synthetic Rubbers
Elastically deformable plastics are necessary for many technical applications but also for various everyday objects. Per year, more than 12.7 million tonnes of these types of polymers are consumed worldwide. Ceresana analyzed the global market
WeiterlesenDurable and Reliable: Ceresana Analyzes the Global Market for Adhesives and Sealants Based on Polyurethane
Polyurethanes (PUR) are plastics resulting from a polyadditional reaction of polyisocyanates with polyols and are either hard and porous or soft and elastic depending on its production. Different kinds of PUR are needed for reactive,
WeiterlesenFlexible, Firm, and Light as a Feather: Ceresana Study on the European Market for Plastic Films
Because of the ban on imports of European plastic waste impeded by China at the beginning of 2018, Europeans urgently need to find another solution. The EU commission, for example, is considering a “plastics tax”.
WeiterlesenPET on the Rise: Ceresana Analyzes the European Market for Rigid Plastic Containers
Plastic containers are available in the most diverse designs, shapes, and materials and can be used in a wide variety of applications. “These products of daily life are the result of continuous research and optimization;
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