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Because of its extraordinary property profile Ultrason® is ideally suited for E&E parts in AI infrastructure like fiber optical connectors (FOC). Photo: BASF
Trade News | October 12, 2026

Powering data, managing heat: Ultrason® for AI-driven E&E applications

BASF is expanding the application focus of its Ultrason® portfolio to advance the development of electrical and electronic (E&E) components used in AI-driven data centers, high-speed connectivity and e-mobility. BASF’s polyarylethersulfones (PAES) thus support E&E manufacturers, OEMs and data center operators who require materials that maintain reliable operation, signal integrity and long service life as well as ensure fire safety and efficient thermal management. 
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Because of its extraordinary property profile Ultrason® is ideally suited for E&E parts in AI infrastructure like fiber optical connectors (FOC). Photo: BASF
Trade News | October 12, 2026

Powering data, managing heat: Ultrason® for AI-driven E&E applications

BASF is expanding the application focus of its Ultrason® portfolio to advance the development of electrical and electronic (E&E) components used in AI-driven data centers, high-speed connectivity and e-mobility. BASF’s polyarylethersulfones (PAES) thus support E&E manufacturers, OEMs and data center operators who require materials that maintain reliable operation, signal integrity and long service life as well as ensure fire safety and efficient thermal management. 
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Because of its extraordinary property profile Ultrason® is ideally suited for E&E parts in AI infrastructure like fiber optical connectors (FOC). Photo: BASF
Trade News | October 12, 2026

Powering data, managing heat: Ultrason® for AI-driven E&E applications

BASF is expanding the application focus of its Ultrason® portfolio to advance the development of electrical and electronic (E&E) components used in AI-driven data centers, high-speed connectivity and e-mobility. BASF’s polyarylethersulfones (PAES) thus support E&E manufacturers, OEMs and data center operators who require materials that maintain reliable operation, signal integrity and long service life as well as ensure fire safety and efficient thermal management. 
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Because of its extraordinary property profile Ultrason® is ideally suited for E&E parts in AI infrastructure like fiber optical connectors (FOC). Photo: BASF
Trade News | October 5, 2026

Powering data, managing heat: Ultrason® for AI-driven E&E applications

BASF is expanding the application focus of its Ultrason® portfolio to advance the development of electrical and electronic (E&E) components used in AI-driven data centers, high-speed connectivity and e-mobility. BASF’s polyarylethersulfones (PAES) thus support E&E manufacturers, OEMs and data center operators who require materials that maintain reliable operation, signal integrity and long service life as well as ensure fire safety and efficient thermal management. 
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Ultradur® RC1 is based on recycled PET from post-consumer packaging waste and is designed for demanding automotive applications such as brackets, housings, and connectors. Photo: BASF and Adobe Stock, edited by BASF, 2026
Trade News | September 30, 2026

BASF expands the Ultradur® portfolio with new grades based on post-consumer recycled PET

Ludwigshafen, Germany – BASF is expanding its portfolio of engineering plastics with new Ultradur® grades designed to help automotive manufacturers and suppliers increase the recycled content of their products while meeting demanding technical requirements.
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BOOXit reusable transport boxes made with Ultramid® B3K: robust, stackable and designed for digital logistics processes. Photo: BASF
Trade News | September 24, 2026

With BASF Ultramid® B3K, BOOXit Transport Boxes Meet the Demanding Requirements of Reusable Packaging Logistics

With Ultramid® B3K BK00464 from BASF, the BOOXit transport box relies on a high-performance polyamide 6 designed for demanding logistics applications. The easy-flow material combines high strength, durability and efficient injection molding processing, characteristics that are particularly valuable for reusable transport boxes for use in parcel, healthcare, and industrial logistics.
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