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For decades, brass has been the go-to material for plumbing fixtures and fittings, but its biggest drawback is impossible to ignore—lead. Many brass alloys contain lead, a toxic metal that poses serious health risks, especially in drinking water applications. With increasing regulations and a growing demand for safer alternatives, Envalior’s advanced thermoplastics—Fortii, Akulon, and EcoPaxx—high-performance materials engineered to revolutionize the future of water contact applications.

With the sustainability requirements growing within the food and beverage packaging industry, NatureWorks’ Ingeo™ PLA is providing solutions that exceed expectations. From compostable coffee capsules to salad containers, Ingeo™ PLA is not only meeting demands for sustainable packaging but is also driving market interest and growth around the world. Ingeo™ PLA is emerging as a transformative solution that is sharing the future of the packaging industry.

In today’s automotive industry, the quest for increased fuel efficiency has led to some remarkable innovations. As car manufacturers strive to create lighter, more efficient vehicles, Celanese's POM (polyoxymethylene) is playing a crucial role. Known for its strength, durability, and lightweight properties, POM is helping to reshape how car components are designed, reducing overall vehicle weight and boosting fuel efficiency.

ExxonMobil’s Vistamaxx™ performance polymers are transforming plastic manufacturing by providing versatile and innovative solutions across a wide range of industries and applications. These advanced propylene-ethylene copolymers offer exceptional flexibility and compatibility with other polyolefins, unlocking endless possibilities for product development and enhanced performance.

The additive manufacturing industry has revolutionized manufacturing, prototyping, and hobbyist endeavors. Among the myriad of materials available for 3D printing, PLA (polylactic acid) stands out for its unique properties, benefits, and superior quality. NatureWorks has an extensive history in producing high-quality PLA with specific attention to additive manufacturing requirements.

Channel Prime Alliance announces the addition of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), thermoplastic olefin (TPO) and thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) material solutions containing recycled content from Westlake Dimex to its portfolio. This relationship highlights the company’s commitment to providing innovative materials containing up to 88% recycled content to customers across various industries.

In the pursuit of reducing greenhouse gases and complying with stringent environmental regulations, manufacturers are increasingly turning to innovative materials that offer superior performance and environmental benefits. As a solution, Akulon® Fuel Lock, an advanced nylon (PA6) monolayer technology, is transforming the landscape of fuel tank manufacturing.

When it comes to industrial robots, material selection is more than just a technical choice—it's a strategic decision that influences performance, durability, and overall project success. The right materials can enhance the robot’s functionality, extend its operational life, and ultimately deliver a greater return on investment.

Channel Prime Alliance is pleased to announce an expansion in our Celanese product portfolio with Nylon, PPA, PBT and PET material solutions.

Channel Prime Alliance is pleased to announce its new branded distribution partnership with NatureWorks, the world's leading producer of polylactic acid (PLA). With this new strategic partnership, Channel Prime Alliance is an authorized United States and Canada distributor of the Ingeo™ biopolymer grades for injection molding, extrusion, and 3D printing applications.

Channel Prime Alliance is proud to announce the addition of Advanced Composites to our linecard. Advanced Composites, the leading supplier of Thermoplastic Olefins (TPOs) and Polypropylene Compounds to the North American automotive industry, brings a wealth of expertise and a diverse product portfolio to our offering. This strategic partnership enhances our range of solutions to customers across various markets.

In the evolving automotive industry, the drive toward electric vehicles (EVs) has never been stronger. With consumers demanding improved range, faster charging, and lower cost, manufacturers are turning to innovative materials to meet these needs.

Westlake Global Compounds is celebrating 10+ years of working with distributor Channel Prime Alliance, a Ravago Company. As Westlake Global Compounds’ trusted distributor for rigid PVC compounds, Channel Prime Alliance expands Westlake Global Compounds’ ability to service customers in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, offering services such as just-in-time shipment, custom stocking programs, specialty packaging solutions and more.

Wilmington, DE, April 15, 2024 - Delrin, an industry-leading premium industrial polymer business, is proud to announce new, strategic partnerships with Ravago company Channel Prime Alliance. Through this partnership, Channel Prime Alliance will distribute all grades of Delrin® to customers based in the US, Canada, and Mexico.

With the new entity Envalior officially launched in April 2023 between DSM Engineering Materials and Lanxess High Performance Materials, Channel Prime Alliance is pleased to offer the full Envalior Durethan nylon product line to its customers. This strategic expansion will provide our customers with a wide range of cutting-edge solutions.

As today's environmental consciousness continues to grow, so does the demand for innovative solutions that address the pressing need to reduce carbon footprints and minimize ecological impact. Being a pioneering force in the realm of material solutions, Channel Prime Alliance offers groundbreaking portfolio solutions that will revolutionize HDPE blow molding applications with Blue Polymers PCR solutions and HDPE blow molding base resins.