NEW FASSON PIGGYBACK ‘LABEL WITHIN A LABEL’ CONSTRUCTION FOR LASER, COPIER AND INKJET PRE-PRINT

Avery DennisonLeiden, The Netherlands, Avery Dennison Roll Materials Europe have added yet another dimension to that prime example of the functionality of the self-adhesive laminate: the ‘label within a label’ constructions. Now there is a new Fasson Piggyback Copyback product which is specially-optimised for digital print on the top label, opening up new markets for this established labelstock range.

Univar Benelux helps Radson to develop a state of the art ecological solution in radiator testing

Radson NV has developed a state of the art, ecologically-sensitive means of testing radiators in its manufacturing facility in Zonhoven, Belgium. By using ultra-filtration (UF) technology from Orelis, in combination with SurTec, a low-nitrogen flash rust preventative supplied by Univar, the company has dramatically reduced the consumption of chemicals and process water. Rotterdam / Brussels / Zonhoven, 21 June, 2005 - Radson NV, a market leader in the production of domestic radiators, decorative radiators and floor heating systems, has developed a state of the art, ecological sound means of testing products in its manufacturing facility at the company headquarters in Zonhoven, Belgium. By using ultra-filtration (UF) technology from Orelis, in combination with SurTec 533, a low-nitrogen flash rust preventative supplied by Univar, Radson has dramatically reduced the consumption of chemicals and process water during product testing.

THE FASSON STAND : WHERE PARTNERSHIP MEETS INNOVATION

AVERY DENNISON ROLL MATERIALS EUROPE Hall 5, Stand 5A40 Leiden, Avery Dennison Roll Materials Europe, manufacturers of Fasson-brand roll labelstocks, are once again among the major exhibitors at this year’s Labelexpo Europe, with a high-profile stand dedicated to welcoming customers new and old.

Borealis to showcase power cable solutions at Wire Russia 2005

SuperCOPO LH4201 and LE4205 high performance materials, deliver consistently high wet-ageing performance according to CENELEC and VDE test protocols. Borealis, the world’s leading provider of polyolefin compounds for the Wire & Cable industry, is participating at the Wire Russia 2005 International Trade Fair, June 21-24 in Moscow (Borealis stand - 4B08/4C07, Pavilion 7 in the Krasnaya Presnya Exhibition Centre). Its presence reflects the company’s commitment to support the development of the Russian Energy and Communication cable infrastructure. Borealis’ presentation at Wire Russia 2005 will focus on technically advanced Wire and Cable solutions that offer greater productivity and longer service life.

Borealis’ presence at Wire & Tube Russia 2005 emphasises commitment to the Russian pipeline industry

Borcoat HDPE is produced using Borealis’ proprietary advanced bimodal Borstar® technology that provides the plastic with especially good melt strength and extrudability Borealis is taking the opportunity presented by Wire & Tube Russia 2005 International Trade Fair, June 21-24 in Moscow, to underline its commitment to support the Russian oil & gas pipeline industry with steel pipe protective coating solutions and thermal insulation systems. The complete spectrum of its coating products and solutions will be featured on Stand 4B08/4C07, Pavilion 7 in the Krasnaya Presnya Exhibition Centre, Moscow.

GE’s New Biocompatible Lexan* Resins For Healthcare Offer Advanced Levels of Autoclave & Impact Resistance, Flow & Release Performance

ResMed’s AutoSet CS2 Bilevel Device

The user interface panels of the AutoSet CS2 & VPAPIII ST-A Bilevel Devices from ResMed Ltd take advantage of two high-tech GE materials to deliver outstanding performance and aesthetics to the healthcare industry. Cutler Brands Pty Ltd print graphics on to the rear side of a high-gloss Lexan* 8010 polycarbonate (PC) film which they thermoform and trim into the shape of the mould. They then over-mould this printed pre-form with the new Lexan HPIHF resin to produce the final IMD (in-mould decorated) part. Lexan HP1HF resin is one of GE’s newest products for the healthcare industry. It joins the established line of tough, virtually unbreakable Lexan resin healthcare products that includes selections that are resistant to Gamma, EtO, and steam sterilization; lipids and other chemicals; and high heat. In addition to offering biocompatibility and FDA food contact compliance, Lexan HP1HF resin provides superb processing capabilities, excellent flow (37MFI g/10 min.), and outstanding hydro-stability. Its unique performance qualities make it an excellent candidate for a range of healthcare applications such as drug delivery devices, monitoring equipment, and fluid delivery components. BERGEN OP ZOOM, THE NETHERLANDS — May 18, 2005 — GE Advanced Materials has introduced three new, biocompatible polycarbonate (PC) resins, further expanding its portfolio of high-tech materials solutions for applications in the healthcare industry. Lexan* HPX8R, Lexan HPX4, and Lexan HP1HF resins all offer the excellent strength, mechanical qualities, and clarity similar to other products in the Lexan PC resin family. But these latest materials also mark new improvements to flow and ductility, as well as enhanced resistance to impact and autoclave sterilization.

GE Expands Illuminex* Diffuser Film Portfolio into Complete Solutions for LCD TVs, Notebook PCs, Auto GPSs and Monitors

GE Advanced Materials has announced it is expanding its Illuminex* diffuser film family of optical films for liquid crystal display (LCD) back-lighting applications into complete display solutions for applications such as televisions, notebook PCs, computer monitors, and automotive global positioning system (GPS) displays. These materials provide both top and bottom diffuser film solutions in LCD back-light modules to help enhance performance under demanding environmental reliability conditions and greatly expand GE’s wing-to-wing materials solutions capabilities for the global electronics industry. The high-tech GE diffuser films also offer key advantages over traditional coated polyethylene terephthalate (PET) films by eliminating the coating, which can experience failures from flaking, voids, and scratching of light guides, resulting in poor yields. BERGEN OP ZOOM, THE NETHERLANDS — June 10, 2005 —GE Advanced Materials has announced that it is expanding its Illuminex* diffuser film family of optical films for liquid crystal display (LCD) back-lighting applications into complete display solutions for applications such as televisions, notebook PCs, computer monitors, and automotive global positioning system (GPS) displays. These materials provide both top and bottom diffuser film solutions in LCD back-light modules to help enhance performance under demanding environmental reliability conditions and greatly expand GE’s wing-to-wing materials solutions capabilities for the global electronics industry. GE’s Illuminex diffuser films offer key advantages over traditional coated polyethylene terephthalate (PET) films by eliminating the coating, which can experience failures from flaking, voids, and scratching of light guides, resulting in poor yields.

GREAT LAKES INCREASES PRICES FOR FIREMASTER® 2100 FLAME RETARDANT

Great LakesINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA—Great Lakes Chemical Corporation (NYSE:GLK) today announced it is increasing off-list prices for Firemaster® 2100 (decabromodiphenylethane) flame retardant by $0.20/kg worldwide with all shipments effective July 1, 2005, where contracts allow.