by Suzanne Kingsbury | Jul 1, 2024 | Economy, Supply Security
This quarter may look a little different for base oil buyers than what we’re used to seeing. While the summer months often see an uptick in demand, this year demand has been slower, leading some to think that the increase might not be as significant as in previous...
by Suzanne Kingsbury | Jun 17, 2024 | Product Applications
Achieving color stability is a crucial challenge in the world of engineering lightly-colored thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs). But product-specific applications come with many other requirements as well. For example, low volatility may be required to keep extender...
by Suzanne Kingsbury | Jun 3, 2024 | Quality Control, Renkert News, Safety, Supply Security
The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) was passed in 2011, expanding the FDA’s power to prevent foodborne illness. New regulations allowed the FDA to perform mandatory recalls, establish relationships with third-party verification bodies, and access firm safety...
by Suzanne Kingsbury | May 15, 2024 | Environment, Supply Security
Applying prime coat asphalt in road construction projects is a crucial part of what gives those roads stability and longevity. However, concerns have arisen in recent years concerning the emission of volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, into the air during the...
by Suzanne Kingsbury | May 1, 2024 | Quality Control, Safety
Quality assurance is important in any industry, but in the medical manufacturing and pharmaceutical industries, it takes on an even greater role. Not only do manufacturers have an ethical duty to provide products that are safe and effective, but they also must comply...
