Clariant prioritizes sustainability and innovation in up-coming masterbatches for packaging and construction

Clariant prioritizes sustainability and innovation in up-coming masterbatches for packaging and construction. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, June 25, 2014 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, unites product improvements with sustainability in the latest masterbatch solutions in its innovation pipeline. New CESA®-absorb for active oxygen barriers in PET packaging and advanced Hydrocerol® nucleating agents for new-generation construction insulation, demonstrate Clariant's commitment to sustainable innovation addressing market trends and customers' needs.

Clariant responds to growing demand - 50% capacity increase for innovative Licocene® Performance Polymers

Clariant responds to growing demand - 50% capacity increase for innovative Licocene® Performance Polymers. (Photographs: Clariant)Muttenz, June 25, 2014 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is increasing production capacity for its Licocene® Performance Polymers by 50% at its facility on the Frankfurt-Höchst Industrial Park in Germany. The debottlenecking of Clariant's existing production line represents a low double-digit million Swiss Franc investment, with the additional capacity scheduled to come on stream in Q1 2016.

Clariant to establish catalyst Research & Development center in China

ClariantMuttenz, June 25, 2014 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announced today that its Business Unit Catalysts will establish a state-of-the-art research center in Shanghai, China. The R&D center is expected to begin operation by 2015 with the goal of developing catalytic solutions tailored to Chinese market requirements and enhancing technical service support to Chinese customers.

Clariant specifies innovation- and sustainability-driven growth strategy

Clariant specifies innovation- and sustainability-driven growth strategy. (Photographs: Clariant)Muttenz, June 25, 2014 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, turned the spotlight on fostering innovation and sustainability at its 2014 Capital Markets & Media Day, held June 25/26 at the new Clariant Innovation Center (CIC) in Frankfurt, Germany. Opened in 2013, the CIC is an important part of Clariant's global R&D network, providing the optimal host location for this year's event themed "Discover Innovation".

Belden Introduces Entry-Level Industrial Ethernet Switches for Harsh Environments

Belden introduces entry-level industrial Ethernet switches for harsh environments. 
(Photo: Belden, PR319)St. Louis, Missouri - June 24, 2014 - Belden Inc., a global leader in signal transmission solutions for mission-critical applications, has launched two new robust entry-level switches in its Hirschmann product range. The new SPIDER II 16TX EEC and SPIDER II 16TX/2DS-S EEC switches have a high port density, thus offering a cost-effective means for implementing industrial Ethernet technology. Both SPIDER switches can be used to implement flexible networking solutions for a wide range of industries, including automation, discrete manufacturing and transportation.

AVERY DENNISON PRESENTA SU PORTAFOLIO AQUA PROOF PARA VINOS Y ESPUMANTES

Avery Dennison presenta su portafolio Aqua Proof para Vinos y Espumantes. (Foto: Avery Dennison, PR249)Latinoamérica – 19 Junio 2014 – Avery Dennison, líder mundial en materiales para etiquetas y envases, presentó este portafolio ideal para brindar apariencia de alta gama a vinos y espumantes. Les permite a las marcas destacarse en góndola y a su vez ofrecer una buena calidad de producto, ya que brindan un aspecto estético y distintivo con una máxima resistencia a la humedad.

AVERY DENNISON EXPANDS CRAFT BEER PORTFOLIO TO HELP BREWERS STAND OUT IN GROWING MARKET

Avery Dennison Expands Craft Beer Portfolio To Help
Brewers Stand Out in Growing Market. (Photo: Avery Dennison, PR244)The number of North American craft breweries grew 15 percent in 2013, according to the Brewers Association. To help this rapidly growing market segment meet its branding needs, Avery Dennison Label and Packaging Materials has expanded its Craft Beer portfolio with eight new label constructions, including a semi-gloss paper with a wet-strength additive that delivers added protection against peeling and tearing.

EMG to manage media relations for REC in the Benelux region

EMGBergen op Zoom, June 17, 2014 - EMG has been appointed by REC, a leading global provider of solar energy solutions, to develop and manage its media relations programme in the Benelux. EMG will create an ongoing campaign to broaden REC's positioning in the region and enhance its profile as one of the industry's leading solar solution providers.