Borealis demonstrating ground-breaking solutions for polyolefin-based automotive applications at IZB supplier show

The interior quality and visual appeal of the new Skoda Fabia are enhanced with the use of three different Daplen PP grades, for the dashboard visible structural parts integrated into the dashboard and door panels – as well as for the trunk cladding. An award-winning, pioneering all-polypropylene (PP) rear-seat carrier will be one of several innovative applications that Borealis will demonstrate at IZB, the International Suppliers Fair in Wolfsburg, Germany on October 29-31.

SABIC dimostra la propria leadership nella produzione di materiali compositi innovativi e leggeri per il settore automobilistico

Anello di tenuta della trasmissione realizzato con materiale composito LNP* Lubricomp* LCL-EM >BERGEN OP ZOOM, Paesi Bassi – 29 settembre 2008 – SABIC Innovative Plastics e SABIC PP Automotive presentano la vasta gamma di compositi termoplastici di SABIC, leggeri e ad alte prestazioni, destinati al settore automobilistico. Si tratta di materiali rinforzati che spaziano dai compositi speciali LNP* Thermocomp* e LNP Verton*, adatti per applicazioni sofisticate per interni e sotto cofano, all'introduzione globale di resine SABIC® STAMAX per moduli portiera e plancia portastrumenti, fino ai recenti compositi AZDEL IXIS® 157 per cofani e tetti di veicoli. L'ampia gamma di materiali compositi di SABIC consente l'impiego di tecnologie quali la decorazione "in-mold" per effetti speciali, e lo stampaggio heat & cool per l’ottimizzazione della finitura superficiale. L'azienda è leader mondiale nel settore dei compositi termoplastici e vanta un’approfondita conoscenza delle esigenze future del settore automobilistico.

ARNITE® XG FROM DSM ENGINEERING PLASTICS: FIRST HALOGEN FREE PBT TO MEET BOTH GWT & GWIT ON END PRODUCTS

Arnite® T XG510 PBT Halogen Free (HF) PBT grade has received VDE Approval for electrical insulating materials. This new grade, produced by DSM Engineering Plastics is particularly suited for components like connectors in white goods applications, such as washing machines, dryers and dishwashers.Arnite® T XG510 PBT Halogen Free (HF) PBT grade has received VDE Approval for electrical insulating materials. This new grade, produced by DSM Engineering Plastics is particularly suited for components like connectors in white goods applications, such as washing machines, dryers and dishwashers.

Owens Corning Continues Environmental Footprint Reduction with Upgrades to More Energy Efficient, Lower Emitting Technology

Owens Corning Composite SolutionsShanghai, China – Sept. 19, 2008– At the China Composites Show in Shanghai, China, Owens Corning (NYSE:OC) today announced that it is continuing conversion of its composite glass manufacturing facilities to its patented Advantex® technology platform. The platform offers a higher performing glass fiber and a significantly smaller environmental manufacturing footprint compared with standard E-glass composite processes. Key environmental and product benefits include:

Momentive appoints EMG to handle media relations

EMGBergen op Zoom, September 23, 2008 – Momentive Performance Materials, one of the world's largest producer of silicones and silicone derivatives, quartz and ceramics, has appointed EMG to manage their press relations activities in Europe, Middle East, India and Africa.

Borealis gains Thumbs Up for new Borstar® RJ900MO polypropylene with a unique combination of superior flow and transparency

Borealis has introduced the new grade Borstar® RJ900MO random polypropylene (PP) used by houseware producer Thumps Up.Borealis, a leading provider of innovative, value creating plastics solutions, has introduced a new grade of Borstar® random polypropylene (PP) with a unique combination of flow and transparency. Borstar RJ900MO was developed to meet the packaging market need for shorter cycle times, transparency and mechanical properties in applications such as house- and kitchenware and food packaging. The material also offers very good organoleptic properties and low extractables to meet the needs of the packaging producer, filler and end user.

At ASRT, Orfit® Industries America Introduces Enhanced Fixation Technology for Efficast® Thermoplastic Masks

An Efficast mask featuring the new winged “L” shaped profile that allows for easier handling of the mask and a more secure and firm fit to the baseboard. A unique laser welding process also ensures the bond between the clasp and mask stays strong through the life of the mask.BOSTON, Sept. 21, 2008 – To increase precision, safety and usability for patient immobilization during radiation therapy, Orfit® Industries America today announced a new fixation technology for its Efficast® thermoplastic masks. At the 32nd American Society of Radiation Technologists (ASRT) Radiation Therapy conference in Boston, Mass., from Sept. 21-23 at the Boston Marriot Copley Place, Orfit Industries America is showcasing new winged “L” profiles that secure Efficast masks for head, neck and shoulders into the high precision slots in the Orfit base plate. Compared to competitive u-shaped or s-type masks with commonly used push pins or that use swivel clamps, these new winged “L” profiles can be easily grasped with the fingers -- make it easier to mold Efficast masks, position them precisely and remove them quickly in case of emergency. Orfit is displaying the profiles as part of its complete immobilization solutions at booth 104.

At ASTRO, Orfit® Industries America Introduces Enhanced Fixation Technology for Efficast® Thermoplastic Masks

An Efficast mask featuring the new winged “L” shaped profile that allows for easier handling of the mask and a more secure and firm fit to the baseboard. A unique laser welding process also ensures the bond between the clasp and mask stays strong through the life of the mask.BOSTON, Sept. 21, 2008 – To increase precision, safety and usability for patient immobilization during radiation therapy, Orfit® Industries America today announced a new fixation technology for its Efficast® thermoplastic masks. At the American Society of Therapeutic Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) in Boston, Mass., Orfit Industries America is showcasing new winged “L” profiles that secure Efficast masks for head, neck and shoulders into the high precision slots in the Orfit base plate. Compared to competitive u-shaped or s-type masks with commonly used push pins or that use swivel clamps, these new winged “L” profiles can be easily grasped with the fingers -- make it easier to mold Efficast masks, position them precisely and remove them quickly in case of emergency. Orfit is displaying the profiles as part of its complete immobilization solutions at booth 1612.