SABIC Innovative Plastics’ New Anti-Static Stat-Loy* Compounds Breathe Life into Inhalation Devices for Safer Drug Dispensing and Reduced Costs

SABICBERGEN OP ZOOM, The Netherlands – February 11, 2010 – Patients and medical device OEMs can now breathe easier thanks to SABIC Innovative Plastics’ new breakthrough anti-static compounds for inhalation devices. At MD&M West in booth #1783, the company launched three major additions to its family of high-performance LNP* Stat-Loy* specialty compounds. The new transparent materials provide permanent anti-static properties, eliminating the need for expensive secondary operations, and help ensure repeatability of dosing and potentially lower drug costs through more-efficient aerosol and powder dispensing. The new LNP Stat-Loy specialty compound grades are also pre-assessed for biocompatibility according to ISO 10993 to help manufacturers expedite compliance and time to market. SABIC Innovative Plastics’ ongoing investment in these and other leading-edge healthcare technologies illustrate the company’s commitment to its customers by actively addressing mounting medical industry demand for improved patient safety and lower manufacturing costs.

Songwon Japan KK Tokyo office relocation

SONGWONUlsan, Korea – February 11, 2010 – Songwon is pleased to announce the relocation of Songwon Japan KK Tokyo office.

GREENGUARD Environmental Institute Awards Prestigious Certifications to Owens Corning Non-Woven Glass Fiber Veils

Owens Corning Non-WovenTOLEDO, Ohio – Feb. 10, 2010 – Owens Corning (NYSE:OC), a leading global producer of glass fiber reinforcements for composite systems and residential and commercial building materials, today announced that its glass fiber veils for carpet, ceilings and flooring are the first in the glass non-woven industry to be GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified®. The products were also certified for the more stringent GREENGUARD Children & SchoolsSM product emissions standard.

Owens Corning Presentation at Composites 2010 Focuses on Growing the Composites Industry in a New Business Landscape

Owens Corning Composite SolutionsLas Vegas – Feb. 10, 2010 – A presentation in the Owens Corning (NYSE:OC) booth today at the American Composites Manufacturers Association (ACMA) Composites 2010 show, will highlight challenges and opportunities in the composites industry following the global economic experience of 2009. The talk will highlight how the events of last year are expected to impact customer decisions and what the composites industry can do to overcome obstacles and leverage the potential for growth in 2010.

Owens Corning Launches OptiFlow™ Reinforcements for Gypsum Processes That Reduce Feeding Flow Variation up to 50 Percent

Owens Corning Composite SolutionsLas Vegas – Feb. 10, 2010 – Owens Corning (NYSE:OC), a leading global producer of glass fiber reinforcements for composite systems and residential and commercial building materials, today introduced OptiFlow™ wet-use chopped strand reinforcements that help improve productivity in higher-flow-rate gypsum processes. The product will be showcased in the Owens Corning booth at the American Composites Manufacturers Association (ACMA) Composites 2010 show along with other key products in the company’s industry-leading portfolio of specialty reinforcements.

Clariant showcases trusted color and performance materials at MD&M West 2010

Clariant showcases trusted color and performance materials at MD&M West 2010. (Picture: Clariant)
Muttenz, February 9, 2010 - Clariant Masterbatches presents the latest in its color and performance-enhancing materials designed to bring cutting-edge functionality and aesthetics to medical devices and pharmaceutical packaging at MD&M West 2010.

Belden Introduces New Hirschmann™ MACH1040 Gigabit Ethernet Switch

[Belden introduces new MACH1040 Gigabit Ethernet switch to complement its Hirschmann™ portfolio of networking products: High-voltage resistance and flexible use. (Photo BLD-HM PR126)]Belden has introduced a new MACH1040 Gigabit Ethernet Switch to Complement its Hirschmann™ Portfolio of Networking Products. With high-voltage resistance and flexible use, the new switch offers high operational safety and high network availability.

Clariant’s low emission modifier boosts long-term performance for hot climate asphalt

Clariant’s low emission modifier boosts long-term performance for hot climate asphalt. (Photographs: Clariant)
Muttenz, February 3, 2010 - Specialty chemicals expert Clariant showcases the energy-saving and emissions-reducing benefits of its Licomont® BS 100 modifier for long-term hot climate asphalt performance, at Euroforum’s Asphalt 2010 event in Berchtesgaden, Germany from February 3-5, 2010, Booth#A09.