Author: Volker Mathes

Positive mood despite difficult market environment The 17th World Pultrusion Conference (WPC) took place from February 29 to March 1, 2024 with a record number of participants. This year, almost 150 participants took the opportunity to network in an impressive setting and learn about the latest developments and innovations in 25 specialist presentations.  The conference… Continue reading POST-REPORT – World Pultrusion Conference 2024 

Downward trend for resins has ended / Ongoing weak demand expected to keep hikes in check Hardly any demand was registered in the composites sector at the start of the month. Order activity only picked up noticeably during the last week of February. With an increase of EUR 40/t, resins thus only reacted to the… Continue reading PIE Polymer Price Reports – February 2024

PIE Polymer Price Reports-January 2024 Western European resin prices either rolled over or fell slightly, depending on the volumes purchased. The recent styrene reduction still had an impact on a significant number of transactions. Maleic and phthalic acid anhydride remained largely stable. However, the rising tensions in the Red Sea from mid-January onwards suggest that… Continue reading PIE Polymer Price Reports – January 2024

The 17th World Pultrusion Conference Program is now available The EPTA – European Pultrusion Technology Association in cooperation with the American Composites Manufacturers Association (ACMA) invites you to the 17th World Pultrusion Conference which takes place on 29 February – 1 March 2024 in Hamburg, Germany. Visit the most important event in Europe in the market for pultruded fiber reinforced materials … Continue reading The 17th World Pultrusion Conference

One of the central aims of the EPTA is to support the growth of the composites industry by maximizing external communication efforts. In line with this overarching goal, the EPTA has had its own stand at various trade fairs for a number of years. Recently, EPTA had its own stand at the International Trade Fair… Continue reading EPTA at Shows