Plastics Engineering Magazine - January 2010
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On the Cover The renovation of urban infrastructure, such as London's Underground, presents opportunities for flame-retardant polyolefins, especially in wire & cable applications. PolyOne. |
| From SPE | 5 |
| Thinking Small Pays Big Polymer nanocomposites are becoming increasingly popular as new developments take hold of the market. By Geoff Giordano and Hope Inman |
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| Polyolefin Developments: Timely & Economical PE & PP adjust to a world of tighter budgets and higher expectations. As the lowest-priced family of low-density polymers, polyolefins may be in high demand during the economic recession and recovery. The lightweight resins can be tailored to do a lot—at minimal cost. By Michael Tolinski |
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| Industry Patents By Dr. Roger Corneliussen |
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| Energy-Saving Tip of the Month | 24 |
| Industry News and Notes | 26 |
| SPE Automotive Innovation Awards | 38 |
| International Student Essay Contest Winner | 42 |
| For Members Only: Make the Connection to Great Rewards, Enhanced benefits and a Growing Society By Tobi Gebauer |
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| SPE News Roundup By Ken Braney |
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| Industry Events, Europe |
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| Industry Events, North America | 50 |
| Recruitment & Classified Advertising | 55 |
| Advertiser Index | 56 |
