DSM brings new materials and innovation solutions to Electronica 2012

Stanyl® ForTii™ LDS for SMT (Surface Mount Technology) (Photo: DSM Engineering Plastics: DSMPR351)DSM will be at Electronica 2012 next week with important exhibits and presentations. Electronica, the world's leading trade fair for electronic components, systems and applications taking place in Munich from November 13-16, provides DSM with a great opportunity to show its latest products, and discuss new trends and innovative solutions.

GE to Power US Navy's Latest Amphibious Assault Flagship—Continues to Provide Strong Defense Capabilities Worldwide

The future USS Tripoli (LHA-7) ship will be equipped with a fuel saving auxiliary propulsion system similar to that of a hybrid vehicle. (Photo: GE Power Conversion: GEPCPR116)

  • GE's Hybrid Propulsion Selected Following Impressive Fuel Economy Figures on the USS Makin Island (LHD-8)
  • Previous Project has Saved the U.S. Navy more than 4 Million Gallons of Fuel in 7 months
  • Announcement Comes on Heels of Contract for Hybrid Propulsion Systems for the U.K.'s Royal Fleet Auxiliary's New Fleet of Military Afloat Reach and Sustainability Tankers

Clariant unveils its innovative Hostavin NOW® technology for agriculture films

Clariant

  • Launch of customized polymeric Aminoether HALS solutions offering outstanding protection to greenhouse films
  • Fulfills critical market needs for durable crop protection and improved productivity

Belden Supplies Hirschmann Brand Optical Communications Technology for Herrenknecht Tunnel Boring Machines

Belden Supplies Hirschmann Brand Optical Communications Technology for Herrenknecht Tunnel Boring Machines. 
(Photo: Belden, PR276) Neckartenzlingen - November 5, 2012 - Belden Inc., a global leader in signal transmission solutions for mission-critical applications, supplied optical communications technology from its Hirschmann brand for Herrenknecht tunnel boring machines used to construct the Katzenberg rail tunnel in southern Germany. This tunnel, which is scheduled to go into operation by the end of 2012, will form part of the new high-speed link between Karlsruhe and Basel in Switzerland.

Milliken brings global expertise to Middle East converters at Arabplast 2013

Millad® NX™ 8000, offers outstanding optics at low processing temperatures and cycle time reductions.Ghent, Belgium - Additives expert Milliken will demonstrate its commitment to the development of the plastics processing sector in the Middle East with a full package of value-adding product innovations and service solutions on its stand at Arabplast 2013. The company's latest advances in polypropylene (PP) clarification and nucleation, implemented in close collaboration with resin producers, are creating innovative opportunities for Middle East converters to upgrade and replace existing materials to make them more competitive at home and on the global stage.

Avery Dennison presenta nuevo producto para el mercado farmacéutico

Avery DennisonBogotá, Noviembre 2012 - Avery Dennison, líder mundial en materiales para etiquetas y empaque, trabaja constantemente en la creación de nuevos materiales autoadhesivos, que son lanzados al mercado con el objetivo de alcanzar las expectativas y satisfacer las necesidades de diversos clientes.

GE Technology Helps Chinese Steel Mill Meet Construction Industry's Demand

GE Technology Helps Chinese Steel Mill Meet Construction Industry’s Demand. (Photo: GE Power Conversion: GEPCPR120)

  • GE's Power Conversion Business Calls Local Resources Key to Project's Success
  • Kunsteel Mill Produces Section Steel for China's Construction Industry
  • GE Automation and Drive Systems Tested in Record Time

Ford Battery Pack and Citroën Rear Quarter Window with SABIC Materials Recognized among Year’s Best Automotive Plastic Innovations

Ford Focus Electric’s High Voltage Battery Pack Molded from SABIC’s NORYL™ GFN Resin>BERGEN OP ZOOM, The Netherlands, October 31, 2012 - SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business today commended Ford Motor Company and PSA Peugeot Citroën Group for innovative use of the supplier’s thermoplastic materials in two separate applications, which were recently named finalists in the Automotive Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers’ (SPE®’s) 42nd-annual Automotive Innovation Awards Competition. The first of these is the Ford Focus Electric’s high-voltage battery pack molded from SABIC’s NORYL™ GFN resin, which helps give the new electric vehicle extended driving range, greater battery capacity and lighter weight than traditional materials. The second application is the rear quarter window glazing for the Citroën DS5 hatchback. Molded from LEXAN™ GLX polycarbonate (PC) resin, the glazing enables an ambitious three-dimensional design and a 20 percent weight savings vs. glass. NORYL GFN and LEXAN GLX resins are two examples of SABIC’s continued commitment to help automotive customers cut vehicle weight for improved fuel economy, drive advancements in EV technology and have greater freedom to create world-class designs.