Borealis A/S, Ashland Plastics-Europe extend distribution agreement


Hank Waters (left) and Kent B. Abbås: a firm handshake on the continuation of the Ashland/Borealis distribution alliance.
 Dublin, Ohio - Borealis A/S and the Ashland Plastics-Europe Division (Brussels, Belgium) of Ashland Distribution Company (Dublin, Ohio, U.S.A.) have agreed to continue their distribution alliance.

Leading food colour supplier Anstead International promotes depth of expertise to broader audience

Univar PCPA world-class supplier of food colours, Anstead International is continuing to build reputation and market share. Following the acquisition by Royal Vopak of its parent company Ellis & Everard earlier this year, Anstead International is benefiting from the greater strength and resources of a global leader in distribution and logistics.

Anstead International appoints product manager for its food and beverage colour business

Univar PCPAnstead International has announced the appointment of Matthew Howard to the position of Product Manager Colour. A daughter company of Royal Vopak, Anstead International has a long established reputation as a leading supplier of colour preparations for the food and beverage, and pharmaceutical industries.

Anstead International appoints Business Director

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David Jones has been appointed Business Director of Anstead International effective from 1st November 2001. Previously David has held a number of senior positions in Ellis & Everard prior to its acquisition by Vopak. Most recently he had a European role as Corporate Account Director for Vopak Chemical Distribution. This role required David to work extensively with the pharmaceutical industry.
 David Jones has been appointed Business Director of Anstead International effective from 1st November 2001, replacing Kim Morrison who is leaving the company. Anstead International, part of Royal Vopak following the acquisition of Ellis and Everard in January 2001, has grown rapidly in recent years to become a leading raw material supplier to the personal care and pharmaceutical industry in the UK.

Anstead International establishes position as a leading supplier of pharmaceutical raw materials in the UK

Univar PCPAnstead International will present itself, at the CPhI, as a leading supplier of raw materials to the UK pharmaceutical industry. Now part of Royal Vopak, following the acquisition of Ellis and Everard earlier this year, Anstead International has greatly strengthened its portfolio of raw materials through the introduction of products previously supplied by Univar.

Husky expands mold audit and refurbishing programs

Husky expands mold audit and refurbishing programs Bolton, Ontario, Canada — Mold audits and refurbishments help customers maximize the longevity of a mold and minimize downtime. The fact that Husky offers this service locally makes even more sense for customers. A local presence allows for faster action. With local Husky staff support and inventory, turnaround times for mold audits and refurbishings are minimized while logistics costs, import taxes and duties are reduced. To make it even easier, Husky also offers mold conversions and refurbishments directly at the customer’s facility.

Get the most out of your PET systems

Get the most out of your pet systems

Husky’s Performance Audit and Optimization program is an effective way to measure system performance and identify and implement opportunities for improvements.
 Bolton, Ontario, Canada — PET system set up and condition have a significant impact on performance. For the best results, system process settings, machine calibrations, mold conditions, and general alignment must be properly adjusted, tuned and maintained. Systems in good condition yield increased productivity and improved part quality which can benefit the customer’s bottom line.

ECOMASS® COMPOSITES FROM POLYONE HELP ARMY GO GREEN, REDUCING ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF SMALL-ARMS TRAINING

PolyOne's ECOMASS® compounds with lead-based performance density reduces ammunition's negative environmental impact for U.S. Army. CLEVELAND (July 16, 2001) –– To be effective, U.S. armed forces personnel must receive extensive training in weaponry – in the stress of combat, rigorous training skills come to the forefront. The better they are trained, the more effectively individual soldiers can win the day. A new line of POLYMETAL™ thermoplastic-metal compounds from PolyOne Corporation – called ECOMASS® compounds – with the density of lead is providing a solution to a serious environmental issue that until now has impaired effective small-arms training of U.S. soldiers.