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Olefin polymerization over supported chromium oxide catalysts

Publication date

1999

Authors

Weckhuysen, B.M.
Schoonheydt, R.A.

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Abstract

Cr/SiO2 or Phillips-type catalysts are nowadays responsible for a large fraction of all polyethylene (HDPE and LLDPE) worldwide produced. In this review, several key-properties of Cr/SiO2 catalysts will be discussed in relation to their polymerization characteristics. It will be shown how the polyolefin properties can be controlled via rational catalyst design.

Keywords

Olefin polymerization, Chromium oxide catalysts, Cr/SiO2

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