Belden Presents HiView, a New Interface for Hirschmann Switches

Belden Pesents HiView, a New Interface for Hirschmann Switches. 
(Photo: Belden, PR286) Neckartenzlingen, Germany - March 12, 2013 - Belden Inc., a global leader in signal transmission solutions for mission-critical applications, has introduced HiView in the EMEA region, a new tool that gives access to the graphical user interfaces (GUIs) of managed switches in its Hirschmann range, without the need for a web browser. This tool, which supports a variety of Windows and Linux operating systems, also serves as a client for the network management software Industrial HiVision. Java libraries no longer need to be installed on users’ computers, thus increasing the availability of both the user interface and the network.

Clariant Exolit® flame retardants receive EU recognition

ClariantMuttenz, March 11, 2013 - A European Union commissioned study of flame retardants for smartphones, laptops and other electrical and electronics applications has acknowledged the environmental and health benefits of pioneering Exolit® non-halogenated flame retardants from Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals.

Clariant Oil Services to present at 2013 NACE CORROSION Conference and Exposition

ClariantHouston, March 7, 2013 – Clariant Oil Services today announced that it will exhibit and make two technical presentations at the upcoming 2013 NACE CORROSION Conference and Exposition, March 17-21, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. In addition to its role as a sponsor, exhibitor and presenter, Clariant Oil Services representatives will also chair two technical sessions throughout the five-day conference.

European Customers to Benefit from SABIC's New Specialty MD LDPE Film Grades Portfolio

SABIC® LDPE 2801TH00W is designed for collation shrink packaging of food and beverages. (Photo SABIC, PR047)>SITTARD, The Netherlands, March 07, 2013 - To better serve customers in the packaging industry seeking innovative, high quality and sustainable materials, SABIC today announced a product range expansion to encompass specialized medium-density (MD) LDPE film grades - typically used for applications requiring high clarity and stiffness, such as collation shrink films. Production is taking place at SABIC's manufacturing facility in Wilton, Teesside, U.K., on the world's largest low-density polyethylene (LDPE) plant.

Total unveils strongest, thinnest film innovation for flexible packaging

New Lumicene Supertough 32ST05 is a downgauging breakthrough for multilayer structures that embraces the industry need for easy to process, high-performance, lightweight solutions for the industrial packaging, personal care/hygiene and food sectors. (Photos: Total, PR001)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.

GE Motors to Drive Pioneering Bitumen Refinery in Canada’s Oil Sands

GE Power ConversionPARIS—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.

Belden Increases the Flexibility of Its Modular Industrial Patch Panel Range by Adding New Modules

Belden Increases the Flexibility of Its Modular Industrial Patch Panel Range by Adding New Modules. (Photo: Belden, PR248) 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.

SABIC once again awarded Top Employer 2013 in the Netherlands

From left to right: Boudewijn de Heer, European Recruiting & Staffing Leader at SABIC and David Plink, CEO of the CRF Institute. (Photo SABIC, PR070)>SITTARD, The Netherlands, March 06, 2013 - On March 4, 2013, SABIC received the Top Employers 2013 Award in the Netherlands for the seventh time in a row. The CRF Institute identifies leaders in the field of HR and awarded this prize to SABIC after carrying out in-depth and independent research. The award recognizes SABIC's vision to be a market leader in the field of chemistry, in which top employership is a core theme. This award also affirms SABIC’s structural commitment to HR policy, leadership and strategy. The prize was awarded during an evening of celebration at the Okura Hotel in Amsterdam, together with the prizes awarded to other nominees.