07-03-2013
Total unveils strongest, thinnest film innovation for flexible packaging
Brussels, March 7, 2013 - With the launch of the new metallocene polyethylene (mPE) film material Lumicene® Supertough 32ST05, Total introduces a unique opportunity for flexible packaging converters to achieve films that are up to 25% thinner and stronger than existing solutions for film on the market.
06-03-2013
GE Motors to Drive Pioneering Bitumen Refinery in Canada’s Oil Sands
PARIS—March 6, 2013—Sustainable development of Alberta’s vast oil sands is a key priority, and in early 2013 construction began on the world’s first refinery specifically designed to reduce environmental impacts as it turns tarry bitumen crude into clean-burning diesel fuel. GE’s Power Conversion business (NYSE: GE) is playing an enabling role in the refinery, near Edmonton and owned by the North West Redwater Partnership, by supplying GE’s Series 9000-RCM large electric motors to drive the refinery’s reciprocating compressors, under a $14 million contract that includes related services.
06-03-2013
Belden Increases the Flexibility of Its Modular Industrial Patch Panel Range by Adding New Modules
Venlo, The Netherlands – March 6, 2013 - Belden Inc., a global leader in signal transmission solutions for mission-critical applications, has extended its Modular Industrial Patch Panel (MIPP) product range by adding new modules. The MIPP, a termination panel for cables that need to be connected to active equipment such as switches, Industrial Ethernet devices and any other device with an Ethernet link, offers greater system reliability and ease of installation. The MIPP provides the ideal connection between Belden cables and Hirschmann switches and is designed to have the same look and feel as the Hirschmann range of products.
06-03-2013
SABIC opnieuw Top Employer 2013 in Nederland
SITTARD, 06 maart 2013 - Op 4 maart j.l. ontving SABIC de Top Employers 2013 Award in Nederland voor de zevende keer op rij. Het CRF Institute identificeert koplopers op het gebied van HR en reikte deze prijs uit aan SABIC na grondig en onafhankelijk onderzoek. De prijs onderstreept de SABIC-visie om marktleider te worden op het gebied van chemie, waarbij Top Employership centraal staat. Daarnaast bevestigt deze prijs SABIC’s structurele commitment aan HR-beleid, leiderschap en strategie. De uitreiking vond plaats in het Okura Hotel in Amsterdam tezamen met andere genomineerden tijdens een feestelijke avond.
05-03-2013
Clariant Oil Services to present at International EOR and Heavy Oil Conference
Houston, March 5, 2013 – Clariant Oil Services today announced that it will present a paper at the upcoming 2013 International EOR and Heavy Oil Conference, March 4-6, 2013, at the Al-Bustan Palace in Muscat, Oman. The paper, authored and presented by Dr. Jonathan Wylde, Global Application Development Manager for Clariant Oil Services, is titled “Enhanced Oil Recovery Chemical Treatment: Chemistry and Strategies Required for Polymer Breakthrough into the Process.”
05-03-2013
Clariant presents the EcoTain® life cycle for sustainable innovation
Muttenz, March 5, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announces its new EcoTain® approach to sustainable innovation. The EcoTain life cycle and label developed by Clariant is driven by the commitment to protect human, environmental and ecological health without compromising on performance and efficiency.
05-03-2013
Clariant's Melio® Wax 145 enhances the natural feel of leather
Muttenz, March 5, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has created its Melio® Wax 145 product to help tanners meet the continuing demand for leather that maintains its sought-after natural look and feel, especially in the footwear, handbags and accessories markets.
05-03-2013
Clariant's new Melio® Wax W-01 designed for vintage fashion demand
Muttenz, March 5, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has specially formulated its Melio® Wax W-01 to help tanners achieve the current leather fashion demand for vintage effects in footwear and handbags.
