DSM’s Akulon Ultraflow helps BBP cut weight of oil sumps for new Mercedes-Benz S Class engine

DSM’s Akulon Ultraflow helps BBP cut weight of oil sumps for new Mercedes-Benz S Class engine.
(Photo: DSM Engineering Plastics: DSMPR400)Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company, announces a new application of its lightweight solution for automotive oil sumps injection molded in Akulon® Ultraflow polyamide 6. The new Mercedes-Benz S Class, one of the most luxurious cars in the world, is the latest vehicle to benefit from this DSM innovation. The oil sump not only weighs less than a metal version—and so helps to lower fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions during the lifetime of the vehicle— it also costs less to produce.

Clariant introduces innovative HiFormer™ Liquid Masterbatches system to deliver maximum customer value

ClariantMuttenz, November 18, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, introduces its new, innovative Liquid Masterbatches system for almost all polymers and production processes. HiFormer™ - high performance integrated liquid masterbatches - will set a new industry standard by offering the right mix of consultancy, engineering and chemistry for world class performance, flexibility and excellence. HiFormer is able to deliver service, technology and expertise from the design stage to the start of production and beyond.

Perstorp increases its commitment to Chinese coating customers

PerstorpThe Perstorp Group, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will be showcasing its new Neopentyl Glycol (Neo) and innovative Capa™ polyols for PU coatings & stoving enamels at Chinacoat 2013. Considerable investments have been made into a new Neo plant at Zibo to support the growing demand for powder coatings in China. The investments are part of Perstorp's long-standing commitment to China and to the Chinese coating customers.

GE's Power Conversion Business Strengthens Position in Latin America with the Acquisition of the Chilean Company IDT

GE Power ConversionSANTIAGO, CHILE - November 11, 2013 - GE's Power Conversion business (NYSE: GE) today announced that it has finalized the acquisition of the Chilean power electronics company Ingeniería y Desarrollo Tecnológico S.A. (IDT). With this move, Power Conversion is actively positioning the company to build a stronger regional presence and capture a greater share of the mining segment.

DSMs Stanyl ForTii used in breakthrough LED array holder

DSMs Stanyl® ForTii™ used in breakthrough LED array holder.
(Photo: DSM Engineering Plastics: DSMPR385)Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company, announces the use of Stanyl® ForTii™ in a breakthrough LED array holder. DSM developed a special grade of its high performance polyamide 4T, for the one of the first ever integrated plastics holder for a LED array.

Clariant unveils first AddWorks® solutions for plastics industry

ClariantMuttenz, November 11, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, introduces the first of its new AddWorks® polymer additives solutions with innovation and sustainability at their heart.

Energy Experts at Your Fingertips

GE Power ConversionPARIS - November 7, 2013 - At GE's Power Conversion business, we're committed to solving the world's toughest challenges and pioneering technologies across the energy spectrum. Just as the hurdles faced by the energy world continue to grow, so do our efforts.

AVERY DENNISON ENHANCES PERFORMANCE AND SUSTAINABILITY WITH INNOVATIONS INTRODUCED AT LABELEXPO ASIA 2013

Avery Dennison will introduce a new wave of innovations designed to drive sustainable growth at the Avery Dennison Booth at Labelexpo Asia 2013. (Photo: Avery Dennison, PR198)LEIDEN, the Netherlands - November 7, 2013 - Avery Dennison will introduce a new wave of innovations designed to drive sustainable growth at Labelexpo Asia in Shanghai, China, December 3-6, 2013.