11 Apr 2011
Clariant supports sustainable business in the emulsion polymer industry
Muttenz, 11 April 2011 – Clariant’s foresight in developing readily biodegradable ingredients for the emulsion polymer industry more than 14 years ago is today supporting the market with ingredients that in addition to aiding APEO-free and low VOC formulations, are FDA approved, and offer performance and productivity-boosting advantages.
6 Apr 2011
Press Kit SABIC Innovative Plastics VDI 2011
SABIC Innovative Plastics is highlighting its latest automotive developments at VDI "Kunststoffe im Automobilbau".
6 Apr 2011
SABIC Innovative Plastics Teams with IAV GmbH to Develop Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Powertrain Solutions with High-Performance, Lightweight Thermoplastics
MANNHEIM, Germany – April 6, 2011 – Here at the VDI conference – Booth #74 – SABIC Innovative Plastics today announced its collaboration with IAV GmbH, a world leader in advanced vehicle and powertrain systems, to develop advanced thermoplastic solutions that can replace metal in electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid powertrain components. Specifically, the two companies are targeting new ways to optimize vehicle performance and efficiency, including lightweighting to offset heavy battery packs and shielding in areas of high voltage.
5 Apr 2011
Arkema: a major supplier in the paint and coating industry in 2011
Arkema plans to assume ownership of Total’s coatings resins and photocure resins activity1 mid-2011. On completion of the acquisition, Arkema will have a unique and comprehensive portfolio of coatings materials and technologies. The current acquisition is the latest in a series of acquisitions over four years that will make Arkema a leading supplier serving paint and coating producers around the world. Arkema will present this new positioning through its comprehensive offering focused on innovation and sustainability to the main market players at the European Coatings Show held in Nuremberg from March 29 to 31 2011.
5 Apr 2011
Press Kit SABIC Innovative Plastics Aircraft Interiors Expo
SABIC Innovative Plastics, a leading and global supplier of engineering thermoplastics, flies high at Aircraft Interiors Expo 2011 with breakthrough materials solutions.
5 Apr 2011
SABIC Innovative Plastics Flies High at Aircraft Interiors Expo 2011 with Breakthrough Materials Solutions that Meet Critical Industry Needs
HAMBURG, Germany – April 5, 2011 – Here at the Aircraft Interiors Expo, Hall B, Booth 5F33, SABIC Innovative Plastics is spotlighting high-performance thermoplastic resin, sheet, foam and composite solutions that are helping aviation customers meet the critical challenges of weight-out, regulatory compliance, and sustainability, while improving the flying experience. These innovative products, together with the company’s extended portfolio of advanced material technologies are helping global aircraft OEMs reduce weight by up to 50 percent, which can conserve fuel and lower emissions; meet tough flame-smoke-toxicity (FST) regulations; reduce overall system costs; and enhance the safety and comfort of the cabin environment. SABIC Innovative Plastics’ growing array of products reinforces the company’s leadership as a global supplier to the aviation sector and demonstrates the transformative power of high-performance plastics.
4 Apr 2011
DSM INTRODUCES ATLAC® 5200 - NEW FOOD-CONTACT AND DRINKING WATER COMPLIANT RESIN
April 4th 2011 - DSM has introduced its latest composite resin – Atlac® 5200 FC - developed specifically for use in composite applications that have contact with food and water. Officially launched at last week's JEC show1 in Paris, this new vinyl ester resin is unique in that it is fully compliant with the European regulations on food contact and made in line with commonly accepted Good Manufacturing Practices for the Food Industry. The resin is therefore suitable for use in a variety of composite applications such as tanks and pipes that are intended for contact with food and potable water.
4 Apr 2011
DSM DYNEEMA APPOINTS GRUSCHWITZ GMBH TECH-TWISTS AS PREMIUM DISTRIBUTION PARTNER
The Netherlands, April 4, 2011 - DSM Dyneema has formed a partnership with gruschwitz gmbh Tech-Twists in which they become a Premium Distribution Partner for UHMWPE fiber manufactured by DSM Dyneema. The new agreement becomes effective April 1st 2011 and is specific to Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Albania, Belarus, Bosnia – Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia and Ukraine.
