XIAMETER E-BUSINESS MODEL OFFERS LOWEST-BASE PRICE SILICONE PRODUCTS TO PERSONAL CARE MARKETS

Xiameter(MIDLAND, Mich. – March 5, 2002) Dow Corning Corporation announced today the launch of a new web-enabled business model using a new brand XIAMETERTM. For the serious buyer of silicon-based materials, Xiameter offers formulators and purchasers of personal care products raw materials, dynamic, lowest-base pricing; guaranteed shipping dates; clear order requirements and payment terms; and real time order and inventory control and confirmation for commonly used silicon-based fluids and other silicone products.

XIAMETER E-BUSINESS MODEL OFFERS LOWEST-BASE PRICE SILICONE PRODUCTS TO AUTO AESTHETICS MARKET

Xiameter(MIDLAND, Mich. – March 5, 2002) Dow Corning Corporation announced today the launch of a new web-enabled business model using a new brand: XIAMETERTM. For the serious buyer of silicon-based materials, Xiameter offers dynamic, lowest-base pricing; guaranteed shipping dates; clear order requirements and payment terms; and real time order and inventory control and confirmation for auto industry purchasers of commonly used silicon-based fluids, resins, adhesives/sealants, anti-foams and emulsions.

DOW CORNING LAUNCHES NEW BUSINESS: Xiameter Dramatically Reduces Cost For Commonly Used Silicon-based Materials

Xiameter(Midland, Mich.—March 5, 2002) Dow Corning Corporation today announced the launch of a new business model and global brand that offers an exciting new way of doing business with the company. Called Xiameter, the business will operate via the web and feature streamlined services that dramatically reduce the cost of commonly used silicon-based products.

Interplas 2002 to stage Designing in Plastics technical centre

Reed ExhibitionsComponent design has never been more important. Clever and innovative design makes new products commercially viable, attractive to the consumer and provides profits for their manufacturers and suppliers.

Nepcon and Interplas 2002 will have design as its theme

Reed ExhibitionsDesign is the theme of Interplas 2002. This year’s largest international plastics and rubber exhibition is acknowledging that design is the driving force behind the continuing development of the industry and that its non-stop flow of success demands increased emphasis on how the versatility of polymers can be utilised to advantage in today’s global markets.

HUSKY TO SUPPORT FORMER ZYGO CUSTOMERS

HuskyBolton, Ontario, Canada – Husky Injection Molding Systems has purchased the exclusive rights to engineering drawings and patents for PET molds from Zygo Mould Limited. Customers with Zygo molds can rely on Husky for their service and support needs including refurbishments, conversions, and replacement components. The purchase is part of Husky’s continuing commitment to being the leading provider of support services to the PET preform industry.

On-line pre-registration guarantees free admission to Interplas 2002

Reed ExhibitionsInterplas 2002 is the largest international plastics and rubber exhibition being staged this year and its redesigned website is now open for visitor pre-registration that will guarantee free entry to the show.