7 Oct 2005
Eastman at Luxe Pack Material Difference™: a commitment to innovation
CAPELLE A/D IJSSEL, THE NETHERLANDS - Since years, Eastman Chemical Company has been supporting the cosmetic packaging industry by continuously investing in the developments of proprietary technologies, dedicated products and cosmetics industry-specific expertise. Our strong commitment to innovation results in the development of an extended range of products and packaging concepts that provide effective responses to the cosmetics markets and the design industry.
6 Oct 2005
Arla Plast’s new Griphen Frost™ uses Eastman 14471 copolyester resin to provide new image for Abbey
CAPELLE A/D IJSSEL, THE NETHERLANDS - As part of an extensive re-branding exercise, UK high street bank Abbey is refitting its 714 branches in the United Kingdom over the next three years, using its new corporate identity. For the interior display panels, the material selected was Griphen Frost™ from Arla Plast of Sweden. These sheets, made from Eastman 14471 copolyester resin, were thermoformed to retain their matt surface finish, giving great visual impact. In addition, the material has Class 1Y fire certification in the UK – with low smoke density and emission of non-toxic gases in a fire.
6 Oct 2005
CHEMTURA INCREASES PRICES ON ATO FLAME RETARDANTS
MIDDLEBURY, CT – Chemtura Corporation (NYSE:CEM) today announced a worldwide pricing adjustment for its flame retardant grade of antimony oxide effective October 28, 2005 where contracts allow. The company has established a base price of $0.55/lb over the average published price for antimony metal, based on antimony content in finished products. This will result in a new base price of $2.00/lb at the current average antimony metal price of $3850/MT. Premiums for specialty grades and special services will continue at previous levels. The company is also eliminating all extended terms a well as all price protection beyond 30 days.
6 Oct 2005
CHEMTURA TO RAISE BROMINATED CLEAR BRINE FLUID PRICING
Middlebury, CT – Chemtura Corporation (NYSE:CEM) today announced it will increase list and off-list pricing by 40% for calcium bromide 14.2 , zinc bromide/calcium bromide 19.2 solution and sodium bromide 12.5 in all regions. New pricing is effective October 14, 2005, where contracts allow. Concurrent with the increase, Chemtura will no longer offer price change notification terms longer than 30 days.
Press Briefing4 Oct 2005
UTECH Europe 2006: Polyurethanes industry fast tracks to Maastricht
For the international polyurethanes sector all roads lead next year to the Maastricht Exhibition & Congress Centre (MECC), Maastricht, The Netherlands, the new venue for UTECH Europe -- the world’s No 1 forum for the best in polyurethanes machinery, materials, equipment, products and services.
3 Oct 2005
GE Helps Drivers Save Money at the Pump with Innovative High-Tech Materials for Improved Fuel Efficiency
BERGEN OP ZOOM, THE NETHERLANDS — October 3, 2005 — Sharp and painful increases in the cost of gasoline are prompting consumers and legislators to demand improvements in vehicle fuel efficiency, as evidenced by proposed new federal fuel economy standards for SUVs, pickups, and minivans. GE Plastics is already helping automakers improve fuel efficiency with innovative, high-performance materials that can reduce vehicle weight by replacing traditional metal, glass, and wiring systems. By extension, the consumer may benefit.
30 Sept 2005
GE Announces investment in additional LSR capacity in Leverkusen, Germany
BERGEN OP ZOOM, THE NETHERLANDS — September 30, 2005 — GE Bayer Silicones today announced it plans to invest in additional production capacity for liquid silicone rubber (LSR) at its facility in Leverkusen, Germany to help meet expanding European and global demand.
