Micropitch™ mold technology increases preform output

Micropitch™ mold technology increases preform output Bolton, Ontario, Canada – Husky Injection Molding Systems has introduced two new Micropitch molds. The 144 cavity mold will be on display at K 2001. Husky’s new 72 cavity molds are already in production at customer sites. The design of these new molds allows mold cavitation to be increased in 300 and 600 ton machines. Increasing cavitation is one of the most effective ways of increasing output while reducing preform costs.

A machine for virtually every application

A machine for virtually every application
Husky’s Hylectric machine line ranges from 100 to 1100 tonnes
 Bolton, Ontario, Canada – Husky Injection Molding Systems has introduced a Hylectric machine for virtually every application. The Hylectric line now includes the H90, H160, H225, H300, H400, H500, H650, H800 and H1000. This broad range of machines enables molding of very small parts like cosmetic containers, to large scale industrial pails.

GREAT LAKES EXPANDS RANGE OF UV ABSORBERS WITH ADDITION OF LOWILITE® 29, 35, AND 36 BENZOTRIAZOLES

Lowilite® 29, 35 and 36 - An expanded range of benzotriazole UV absorbers for the protection of polymers against UV radiation DÜSSELDORF, Germany – Great Lakes Chemical Corporation (NYSE:GLK) today announced expansion of its range of Lowilite® benzotriazole UV absorbers, which protect polymers against the devastating effects of UV radiation.

GREAT LAKES: SCIENTIFIC DATA, HEIGHTENED PUBLIC SAFETY CONCERNS TO DRIVE STRONG GROWTH IN FR ADDITIVES

Great LakesDÜSSELDORF, GERMANY – The use of flame-retardant (FR) additives is expected to experience strong growth in the next five years, according to Great Lakes Chemical Corporation (NYSE:GLK), a world leader in polymer additives technology. The anticipated growth is being attributed to two factors: (1) a more scientific-based approach to evaluating the effects of such additives on the environment and (2) an increased global emphasis on public safety.

GREAT LAKES EXPANDS LOWILITE® PRODUCT LINE WITH INTRODUCTION OF HIGH PERFORMANCE LIQUID STABILISER BLENDS

Lowilite® UV B1260 and Lowilite® UV B1211 – High performance liquid blends of thermal and light stabilisers for polyurethane products DÜSSELDORF, Germany – Great Lakes Chemical Corporation (NYSE:GLK) today announced the introduction of two, high-performance liquid thermal and light stabiliser blends that provide outstanding protection against light and weather degradation of polyurethane products.

GREAT LAKES LAUNCHES UNIQUE PHOSPHORUS NITROGEN FLAME RETARDANT, REOGARD® 1000

Reogard® 1000 – A phosphorus nitrogen based highly efficient, melt blendable intumescent flame retardant for polypropylene DÜSSELDORF, Germany – Great Lakes Chemical Corporation (NYSE:GLK) today announced the launch of Reogard® 1000, a new, highly efficient flame retardant for polypropylene.

GREAT LAKES ANNOUNCES A NEW HALOGEN-FREE FLAME RETARDANT FOR POLYURETHANE AUTOMOTIVE SEATING, Reofos® NHP is Commercialised

Reofos® NHP – A non-halogen phosphate ester flame retardant for flexible ployurethane foam DÜSSELDORF, Germany – Great Lakes Chemical Corporation (NYSE:GLK) today announced the introduction of a new flame retardant for polyurethane foams that meet MVSS 302 test requirements.

GREAT LAKES INTRODUCES TWO NEW ANTIOXIDANTS, Anox™ MDAO11 and Anox™ MDAO85 Added to the Range

Lowinox® MD24 Blends – Optimised antioxidant blends for wire and cable applications DÜSSELDORF, Germany – Great Lakes Chemical Corporation (NYSE:GLK) today announced two additions to its extensive range of polymer stabilisers, Anox™ MDAO11 and Anox™ MDAO85.