Clear identification of interfaces

Clear identification of interfaces with the proven CA series from Hirschmann™
(Photo Belden, BLDPR170)The renowned circular connectors from the Hirschmann™ CA series that were previously only available in black can now be ordered from Belden in red, white and blue. This makes it possible to clearly label power supply, measurement and control interfaces, even when they all use the same basic connector. The CA circular connectors are all UL- and VDE-approved, and thanks to their compact construction they are currently the smallest connectors on the market. Other features include a temperature range from 40 to +90°C and – provided they are correctly mounted and screwed together – protection category IP67. Meaning that these connectors can be used wherever maximum reliability is critical, for instance in machine building, traffic engineering and renewable energy applications.

New clarifying agent from Milliken saves energy too, tests with Arburg show

Milliken carried out a series of trials using an all-electric Arburg machine Allrounder 520 A with a clamping force of 1500 kN to produce a utility drawer in two different grades of polypropylene, with melt flow rates of 25 and 60 g/10 min, both of them containing Millad NX8000. (Photo Arburg, MKPR062)
Ghent, Belgium – 6 October, 2010 – Plastics processors intending to produce high-clarity polypropylene mouldings now have two compelling reasons for using grades containing Milliken’s next-generation clarifying agent, Millad® NX8000. Not only does it yield unparalleled transparency in injection- and blow-mouldings, but it has also now been proven to allow significant savings in energy consumption through reduced processing temperatures and lower cycle times.

Belden demonstrates signal transmission solutions for mission critical applications

At Matelec 2010, to be held from 26 until 29 October 2010 in Madrid, Belden will showcase a range of effective signal transmission solutions for mission critical applications in a range of industries, including alternative energy, railway transportation systems and data centers. (Photos: Belden, PR172) 
At Matelec 2010, to be held from 26 until 29 October 2010 in Madrid, Belden will showcase a range of effective signal transmission solutions for mission critical applications in a range of industries, including alternative energy, railway transportation systems and data centers.

Songwon Group announces a positive performance for Q2 2010

SONGWONUlsan, Korea – October 6, 2010
• Songwon’s Q2 2010 results continue on a positive trend. Songwon Group achieved a net profit of 7.0 Billion KRW for Q2 2010 and a net profit of 13.3 Billion KRW for the first half of 2010.
• Songwon announced an LOI to acquire a share in one of the major Chinese Thioesters manufactures as part of its Chinese and Global strategy.
• Songwon has announced the introduction of innovative solution for the UV stabilization of PP surface protection.
• Service, cost competitiveness, product range extension and safety remain key priorities.

SABIC Signs Long Term Storage Agreement with Oiltanking Stolthaven Antwerp

From left to right: Frank Claus, Director Supply Chain Chemicals Europe; Saleh Al-Shabnan, General Manager SCM Chemicals, signing on behalf of the SABIC's Chemicals Business; Walter Wattenbergh, Stolthaven terminals; Daan Vos, Oiltanking ARA/Europe South. (Photo SABIC, PR007)>Sittard, the Netherlands – October 5, 2010 – At the annual meeting of the European Petrochemical Association (EPCA) in Budapest, SABIC, a global leader in the chemicals and plastics industries, yesterday signed a long-term contract with Oiltanking Stolthaven Antwerp NV for storage services. The agreement, which will go into effect in 2013, will ensure an uninterrupted supply of feedstocks to SABIC’s two major naptha cracking facilities in Geleen, The Netherlands. Oiltanking Stolthaven Antwerp, based in Belgium, will provide state-of-the-art storage with zero-emission tanks that exceeds Belgian environmental regulations, helping SABIC to ensure a sustainable supply chain. Next to that, a new jetty will be constructed facilitating insuring a very reliable service. This long-term partnership underscores SABIC’s strong commitment to its worldwide customers and service providers as well as to its production facilities at the Geleen site in the southern part of the Netherlands.

Clariant launches unique organic synthesis solvents with favorable toxicological properties

ClariantMuttenz, October 5, 2010 - Clariant unveils advances in no acute toxicity, easy-handling solvents for use in pharmaceutical and other chemical applications with the launch at CPhl of Highsolv® P99 and Highsolv® E99 for organic synthesis (Hall 6 6L62).

Clariant to extend range of pharma ingredients for smart solutions at CPhI show

ClariantMuttenz, October 5, 2010 - Under the banner 'Enabling Smart Solutions’ Clariant International features new process solvents Highsolv® P99 and Highsolv® E99 for organic synthesis alongside a strong line-up of versatile molecules for pharmaceutical intermediates, Glymes and Butyl Glymes, at CPhl 2010 (Hall 6 Stand 6L62, Paris Nord Villepinte, October 5-7). In addition, Clariant will showcase its range of Polyglykols® as APIs for laxative manufacturers or as excipients for products such as tablets.

DSM DYNEEMA AWARDED DEVELOPMENT CONTRACT FOR IMPROVED COMBAT HELMET

DyneemaSTANLEY, NC (US), 4 October 2010 - DSM Dyneema has been awarded the contract for the development of new UHMWPE based Dyneema® material solutions for the next generation improved combat helmet, DSM Dyneema has been focusing on research and development of new series of materials to substantially lighten the load for military and law enforcement.