Nova Chemicals Corp.

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NOVA Chemicals Introduces New Expandable Polystyrene Resins for Stronger Insulating Concrete Forms

Pittsburgh, PA - NOVA Chemicals Corporation today announced the commercial availability of EPS 35MB-ICF, enhanced expandable polystyrene resins that deliver best-in-class performance in insulating concrete form (ICF) applications. ICFs are lightweight, high-strength, permanent concrete forms with built-in insulation. ICFs made with NOVA Chemicals' EPS 35MB-ICF resins enable significant molding...

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Resin is suited for blown film applications.

SURPASSÂ-® FPs016-C octene polyethylene is produced with Advanced SCLAIRTECH(TM) technology utilizing single-site catalyst. Melt strength provides bubble stability, resulting in ease of processing. Exhibiting strength during hot tack tests, resin is suited for use as produce and frozen food packaging or protective film for transportation of mobile homes and boats.

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FDA-Approved Resin is suited for microwave food packaging.

Offering freezer-to-microwave performance, DYLARKÂ-® FG 2500 styrenic copolymer provides low-temperature toughness and high-temperature rigidity that reduces danger of leakage or spillage when hot food is removed from microwave or transported. Recyclable resin, manufactured as tinted, clear, or foamed containers, can be processed on existing polystyrene or PET equipment. It is suited for...

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FDA-Compliant Resin exhibits clarity and toughness.

Able to be processed on existing styrenics equipment, shatter-resistant ZYLARÂ-® EX 720 can be used to design complex parts for refrigerated or frozen food packaging. Clear acrylic copolymer enhances visibility of food inside container while protecting food in low-temperature environments such as freezers or refrigerators. Uses include fresh fruit and produce containers, salad bowls and lids,...

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Adhesives & Sealants

NOVA Chemicals Introduces New Expandable Polystyrene Resins for Stronger Insulating Concrete Forms

Pittsburgh, PA - NOVA Chemicals Corporation today announced the commercial availability of EPS 35MB-ICF, enhanced expandable polystyrene resins that deliver best-in-class performance in insulating concrete form (ICF) applications. ICFs are lightweight, high-strength, permanent concrete forms with built-in insulation. ICFs made with NOVA Chemicals' EPS 35MB-ICF resins enable significant molding...

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NOVA Chemicals and Dietrich Metal Framing form Joint Venture to Produce New, Energy-efficient Building Systems

Pittsburgh, PA - NOVA Chemicals Corporation (NYSE: NCX) and Dietrich Metal Framing, a Worthington Industries company (NYSE: WOR), today announced they have formed a 50:50 joint venture that will develop and manufacture durable, energy-saving composite construction products and systems. The joint venture combines Dietrich's expertise in light-gauge steel framing with NOVA Chemicals' expandable...

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Adhesives & Sealants

Resin is suited for blown film applications.

SURPASSÂ-® FPs016-C octene polyethylene is produced with Advanced SCLAIRTECH(TM) technology utilizing single-site catalyst. Melt strength provides bubble stability, resulting in ease of processing. Exhibiting strength during hot tack tests, resin is suited for use as produce and frozen food packaging or protective film for transportation of mobile homes and boats.

Read More »
Adhesives & Sealants

FDA-Approved Resin is suited for microwave food packaging.

Offering freezer-to-microwave performance, DYLARKÂ-® FG 2500 styrenic copolymer provides low-temperature toughness and high-temperature rigidity that reduces danger of leakage or spillage when hot food is removed from microwave or transported. Recyclable resin, manufactured as tinted, clear, or foamed containers, can be processed on existing polystyrene or PET equipment. It is suited for...

Read More »
Adhesives & Sealants

FDA-Compliant Resin exhibits clarity and toughness.

Able to be processed on existing styrenics equipment, shatter-resistant ZYLARÂ-® EX 720 can be used to design complex parts for refrigerated or frozen food packaging. Clear acrylic copolymer enhances visibility of food inside container while protecting food in low-temperature environments such as freezers or refrigerators. Uses include fresh fruit and produce containers, salad bowls and lids,...

Read More »

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