4 Aug 2004
GE’S NEW NIAX® SILICONE SURFACTANTS FOR HYDROCARBON BLOWN FOAM INSULATION OFFER APPLIANCE INDUSTRY IMPROVED ENERGY EFFICIENCY
BERGEN OP ZOOM, The Netherlands — June 29, 2004 — GE Advanced Materials, a division of General Electric Company (NYSE:GE), today announced a new family of silicone surfactants for hydrocarbon (HC) blown foam insulation used in the appliance industry. NIAX® Silicone L-6884 and NIAX Silicone L-6988 silicone surfactants represent a breakthrough in the manufacture of rigid polyurethane foam systems based on hydrocarbon (HC) blowing agents. The new products not only improve the solubility of hydrocarbon into the polyurethane system for a stable mix, but also enable formation of very fine foam cells for superior insulating properties. By implementing NIAX silicone surfactants, manufacturers of refrigerators, freezers, and coolers can improve the energy efficiency of their appliances for greater consumer appeal.
3 Aug 2004
Interplas surfs wave of confidence
Ian Crawford, Exhibition Director of Interplas, echoed the sentiments of this week’s closely watched Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) survey which suggests the sector is not just recovering but enjoying strong growth.
3 Aug 2004
Performance plastics keep luminaries burning brightly at the pumps
Petrol station architects face tough design and material challenges when choosing luminary structures. Harsh environmental conditions, combined with the gasoline vapors require luminary lenses that can stand up to the elements. Leading European lighting manufacturer, Phillips uses LEXAN® SLX resin in its petroleum station lighting product line MINI300 for its ability to combat the environmental conditions that typically result in damaged lights.
3 Aug 2004
GE ADVANCED MATERIALS INTRODUCES NEW FLAME RETARDANT STARFLAM® COMPOUNDS TO AID CUSTOMER COMPLIANCE WITH EU DIRECTIVES
BERGEN OP ZOOM - The Netherlands, June 29, 2004 – Six new grades of STARFLAM® ECO-FR compounds have been added today to the LNP Product Line of GE Advanced Materials, a division of General Electric Company (NYSE:GE). The new materials which are based on glass fiber reinforced PA6, PA66 and PA66/6 have been combined with the new X-GEN ECO-FR technology to provide a wide range of performance options coupled with halogen-free and red phosphorus-free flame retardancy.
29 Jul 2004
HOW NOT TO COMPETE ON PRICE
October 5-6th, The Lowry, Salford Quays, Manchester, United Kingdom
Designed to explore leading edge business and marketing strategic thinking for the chemical and plastics industry this 1½ day workshop event is run by ECMSA (European Chemical and Marketing and Strategy Association), together with co-sponsors, market research company, B2B International and marketing excellence practice, Marketability.
29 Jul 2004
GE’S RAPIDSTRENGTH SILGLAZE® SEALANT SPEEDS CURING, BUILDS TO ULTIMATE STRENGTH IN 60 TO 90 MINUTES
BERGEN OP ZOOM, The Netherlands — July 29, 2004 – Responding to fenestration industry demand for materials that reduce production cycle times, GE Advanced Materials, a division of General Electric Company (NYSE:GE), today announced a new silicone glazing sealant that accelerates strength build to slash product movement time to just 10 to 30 minutes. Other products require six to 24 hours for the sealant to set. RapidStrength SilGlaze® RG7700 builds to near maximum strength in 60 to 90 minutes.
29 Jul 2004
Langfristige und stilvolle Beleuchtung
Der italienische Leuchtenhersteller iGuzzini Illuminazine, entschied sich für den Einsatz des LEXAN®SLX Kunststoffs von GE Advanced Materials für seine GEM Hängeleuchten. Aufgrund seiner extremen Beständigkeit auch bei schwierigen Umweltbedingungen ist der LEXAN SLX Kunststoff eine hervorragende Lösung für viele Beleuchtungsanwendungen, die den Einsatz von Polycarbonaten erfordern.
29 Jul 2004
Materials, performance and technical support open windows of opportunity in Germany
German window manufacturer Dimex is on the cutting edge of innovation in the building and construction industry with a new fenestration application developed with GE Advanced Materials. The new Dicolour line, the first high gloss capped window profile to hit the European market, uses innovative materials solution GELOY® resin.
