BASF enhances R&D capabilities in Asia Pacific

Recently, BASF announced that after acquiring Solvay’s polyamide business, it has strengthened its R&D capabilities in the Asia-Pacific region with its new processes, technical expertise, and upgraded materials and component testing services. BASF plans to integrate Solvay's R&D centers into its existing R&D facilities in Shanghai, China and Seoul, South Korea, to enhance R&D capabilities, enhance BASF's position as a solution provider, and develop advanced material solutions for key industries.

　　 After acquiring Solvay's polyamide business, BASF has the first UL-certified laboratory in Asia. The test data obtained from the UL certification laboratory can be directly used to apply for the UL Yellow Card-a globally recognized certification for the quality, safety and performance of plastic products. Having UL-certified testing capabilities can greatly simplify the certification process, thereby shortening the time to market for flame-retardant products. The new laboratory is located in Shanghai and will become part of the company's comprehensive global R&D network, complementing BASF's existing flame-retardant polyamide testing services, which are mainly used for electrical and electronic solutions.

At the same time, BASF expanded its component testing capabilities in Shanghai, adding a total of 8 test equipment including three comprehensive vibration test benches, pressure blasting test benches, coolant circulation test benches, oil and gas separation test benches, and stone impact test benches. . In the future, all relevant component tests can be carried out directly in Shanghai, which will make product development more efficient. With new testing capabilities to verify the performance of finished components, BASF is able to help customers increase the success rate of product development and speed up the time to market.

　　The upgraded facility can conduct in-depth analysis and evaluation of the special properties of the material, such as the aging resistance to heat, oil and coolant. BASF's professional team can in-depth analysis of test specifications that have a significant impact on test results, enabling future material development in the automotive industry.

Bao Leiwei, Senior Vice President of BASF Performance Materials, Asia Pacific, said: "Enhanced R&D capabilities will help us respond more quickly to the needs of customers in the Asia Pacific region, speed up product launches, and improve our competitiveness in the engineering plastics market. Pursuing in new products and applications Innovation is our goal. We will make full use of the more comprehensive expertise after business merger to develop customer-oriented advanced material solutions, and work with customers to promote more projects. We are expected to provide additional capacity and a broader product portfolio , Including new high-temperature resistant polyamide grades."