Beta Nucleation for PP (Cheaper, Lighter & Recyclable)

PP is becoming a polymer of choice in high performance applications (pressure pipe, geogrids, thermoformed packaging, oriented films…). But, with many countries looking to ban plastics due to environmental pressures & public awareness of problems (ocean pollution and climate change), it is crucial to respond with sustainable solutions.

Beta nucleated PP resins are uniquely positioned to deliver this benefit (reduce weight, increase recyclability, & improve quality of recycled grades, while lowering costs). Seize the opportunity to be the first-in-market to get the most benefit from beta nucleation technology. Join this course to:

1. Better select nucleants/clarifiers (phosphate esters, sorbitols, metal salts of fatty acids) for your application by understanding their effect on PP crystallization rate and further on key properties

2. Troubleshoot faster shrinkage, unwanted odor, warpage… by knowing their root causes & best solving strategies (alpha, beta nucleation)

3. Reduce plastic waste, improve strength of PP products and save costs by down-weighting plastic products with the help of beta nucleation.

Get a participation certificate on joining the Live Online Course!

R&D people or others involved in the production/use of PP resins, PP compounds/blends/filled composites and PP end-use parts.
This course will also benefit PE producers.

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The course covers the following points: 

1. Introduction to Polypropylene Crystallinity & the Use of Nucleating Agents


2. Attributes of beta crystallinity and differences from alpha crystallinity


3. Main effects of Beta Nucleation on Properties & Processing


4. Raw material considerations and the type & loading of the beta nucleant


5. Major Markets for Beta Nucleation including case studies
   
   • Geogrids
   • Welding & Heat Sealing
   • Thermoforming
   • Pressure Pipe
   • Oriented film
   • Impact Improvement


6. Some New Unique Products made using Beta Nucleation


7. Enhanced Sustainability through the use of Beta Nucleation


8. Conclusions


9. 30 mins Q&A - Interact live with the expert for all your technical help!

Have a query? Email us for any help!