NEW FASSON LABELSTOCK ADDS A SUBTLE SPARKLE TO WINE LABELS

New Fasson labelstock adds a subtle sparkle to wine labelsLeiden, The Netherlands - Fasson MC Perlé -- a special wet-strength pearlescent facestock -- is the latest addition to the Fasson range of self-adhesive materials for wine labelling. It offers a tactile finish as well as a subtle silver sheen for labels on high-value vintages, and joins the existing range of dedicated wine labelstocks in Avery Dennison Roll Materials Europe's extensive wine labelling catalogue, Preferred Product Portfolio, and Fasson Ideas Book. Together, these three sources offer a choice of 40 different self-adhesive product combinations for Europe's wine trade.

Belden CDT introduces new cables for Broadcasting Applications

BeldenBelden CDT introduces three cable innovations for use in broadcasting applications: CatSnake™, Brilliance® Assemblies and the smallest AES/EBU multicore in the market. In addition, the company demonstrates the benefits of BananaPeel® - Composite Cables — Without a Jacket!, and HD format transmission distances.

Distrupol’s Art-to-Part service aids development of award winning cleat lock

DistrupolWhen leading UK producer of cleats for sailboats Clamcleats Ltd. was preparing to take the next step in product innovation, the company approached its long-term polymer supplier and technical service partner Distrupol for engineering support. Clamcleats’ objective was to develop a cleat accessory that would offer a new, higher level of control and safety in rope capture and release.

DSM TAKES TOP FROST & SULLIVAN 2006 BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY AWARD IN THE FLEXIBLE FILM PACKAGING MARKET

The global growth consulting company Frost & Sullivan has given DSM its top Business Development Strategy Leadership Award for DSM’s market initiatives and growth of its Akulon® polyamide 6 (PA6) materials for flexible food packaging. 29 May, 2006 – DSM has received the top Frost & Sullivan 2006 award for Business Development Strategy in the flexible food packaging market for DSM’s strategic development of Akulon® polyamide 6 (PA6) in this segment. The global growth consulting company singled out DSM’s rapid market share growth, underpinned by innovations in production that have allowed DSM to compete on both quality and price.

Belden CDT introduces new cables for Process Automation applications

Belden CDT introduced three new ranges of Process Automation cablesBelden CDT introduced three new ranges of Process Automation (PA) cables for use in instrumentation, regulation and control technologies in key industries including the oil & gas industry, chemical processing, paper & pulp manufacturers and processors and the metals industry.

Optimistický pohled společnosti GE Plastics na její budoucnost v Evropě

GE PlasticsBERGEN OP ZOOM, NIZOZEMSKO — 18. září 2006 — Společnost GE Plastics je globálním dodavatelem technických termoplastů, které nacházejí široké uplatnění v automobilovém průmyslu, zdravotnictví, spotřební elektronice, dopravě, obalové technice, stavebnictví, telekomunikacích a u optických médií. Společnost vyrábí polykarbonáty, materiály ABS, ASA, PPO, PC/ABS, PBT, PEI a vyspělé speciální směsi řady LNP*. Divize společnosti GE Plastics zabývající se speciálními fóliemi a deskami vyrábí fólie Lexan*, využívané v tisících náročných aplikacích po celém světě.

Long-life label legibility

3M’s new 76604 acetone-resistant label material withstands all chemical substances.Label inscriptions tend to fade fast in environments where acetone, methylethylketone or other solvents are used. The new acetone-resistant 76604 label material from 3M brings lasting label legibility even under repeated contact with these kinds of solvents.

GE Introduces New White Ultem* Film Which Eliminates Opaque Topcoat for Bar Code Labels

GE – Plastics, working in conjunction with their global customers who requested an opaque, high-performance plastic film that would eliminate the need for surface treatments to achieve satisfactory print contrast in bar code labels, has developed a new white grade of its Ultem* polyetherimide (PEI) film. White Ultem WH217 film is pigmented for high opacity to ensure bar code labels can be read correctly – the film provides a print contrast ratio of 98 percent out of 100. In addition to helping saving label manufacturers the expense and time required to apply an opaque topcoat, Ultem WH217 film provides flame retardance that is lacking in competitive PEN films, and offers higher temperature resistance and better dimensional stability than polyvinyl fluoride films. GE’s Ultem WH217 film meets UL 94 VTMO flame requirements without the use of halogenated additives, enabling the material to comply with European RoHS standards, making it an excellent candidate for electronic applications such as printed circuit boards. BERGEN OP ZOOM, THE NETHERLANDS — May 24, 2006 — Responding to customer requests for an opaque, high-performance plastic film that would eliminate the need for surface treatments to achieve satisfactory print contrast in bar code labels, GE – Plastics, working in conjunction with their global customers, has developed a new white grade of its Ultem* polyetherimide (PEI) film. White Ultem WH217 film is pigmented for high opacity to ensure bar code labels can be read correctly – the film provides a print contrast ratio of 98 percent out of 100. In addition to helping saving label manufacturers the expense and time required to apply an opaque topcoat, Ultem WH217 film provides flame retardance that is lacking in competitive PEN films, and offers higher temperature resistance and better dimensional stability than polyvinyl fluoride films. In developing this product, GE - Plastics worked closely with leading global manufacturers of pressure-sensitive films and adhesives to provide feedback on the development of the product.