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Due to its flexible colorability, the BASF PPA Ultramid® Advanced N3U41 G6 is now being used by Weidmüller in its PCB connectors and terminals. Photo: BASF
Trade News | May 22, 2026

Colorful and robust: Ultramid® Advanced for durable, safe PCB connectors and terminals

The electrical engineering company Weidmüller, Germany uses Ultramid® Advanced N3U41 G6 for the PCB connectors and terminals of its new OMNIMATE® 4.0 product family. The BASF polyphthalamide (PPA) is characterized by its flexible colorability in RAL colors such as color stable orange, blue, and green, thus contributing to the safe assembly and maintenance of E&E components. Thanks to its outstanding chemical resistance, dimensional stability, and very good processability, Ultramid® Advanced N improves the robustness and durability of OMNIMATE® 4.0 components.
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Due to its flexible colorability, the BASF PPA Ultramid® Advanced N3U41 G6 is now being used by Weidmüller in its PCB connectors and terminals. Photo: BASF
Trade News | May 22, 2026

Colorful and robust: Ultramid® Advanced for durable, safe PCB connectors and terminals

The electrical engineering company Weidmüller, Germany uses Ultramid® Advanced N3U41 G6 for the PCB connectors and terminals of its new OMNIMATE® 4.0 product family. The BASF polyphthalamide (PPA) is characterized by its flexible colorability in RAL colors such as color stable orange, blue, and green, thus contributing to the safe assembly and maintenance of E&E components. Thanks to its outstanding chemical resistance, dimensional stability, and very good processability, Ultramid® Advanced N improves the robustness and durability of OMNIMATE® 4.0 components.
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Trade News | May 20, 2026

BASF patents new hot gas welding process for plastics

BASF has patented a novel hot gas welding process for plastics. The technology enables thermoplastic components – especially those made of Ultramid® Advanced (polyphthalamide PPA) – to be welded significantly faster, more energy-efficiently and in a more material-friendly manner than with conventional hot gas welding processes.
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May 19, 2026

BASF powers Hyundai’s IONIQ concept car ‘EARTH Concept’ with Elastollan® TPU for ‘Air Hug’ seat modules

Shanghai, China – May 19, 2026 – BASF has partnered with Hyundai Design China to develop inflatable ‘Air Hug’ seat modules made with Elastollan® TPU for the ‘EARTH Concept’ car within the IONIQ range of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV). Unveiled at Auto China 2026, the concept vehicle underscores Hyundai Design China’s commitment to localized new energy vehicle (NEV) mobility solutions in China, supported by BASF’s materials expertise and local production at the Zhanjiang Verbund site.
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Egg conveyor system for food processing: By clearly separating the Ultradur® portfolio into Aqua grades for drinking water applications and dedicated food contact grades, BASF Engineering Plastics provides a transparent and future proof basis for compliant material solutions in food conveying and processing systems. Photo: herraez/stock.adobe.com
Trade News | May 13, 2026

BASF strategically develops its Ultradur® portfolio for drinking water and food contact applications

BASF Engineering Plastics is positioning its Ultradur® portfolio for drinking water and food-contact applications with a clear focus on the future. As a first step, BASF will offer two clearly differentiated product lines for glass-fiber-reinforced materials: proven Aqua grades for drinking water applications and dedicated FC (Food Contact) grades for use in food-contact applications.
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May 11, 2026

BASF introduces ReducedPCF Elastollan® TPU portfolio with uncompromised performance

BASF today announced the launch of Reduced Product Carbon Footprint (ReducedPCF) Elastollan® Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) portfolio in Asia Pacific, enabling customers to lower the carbon footprint of their products while maintaining the proven performance of Elastollan.
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