21 Jun 2016
New high temperature resistant Arnitel TPE from DSM replaces plastics-rubber and metal-rubber combinations in hot air ducts
Royal DSM, a global science-based company active in health, nutrition and materials, has developed a new high temperature resistant grade of its Arnitel® thermoplastic copolyester elastomer (TPC) for production of flexible hot charge air ducts used in turbocharged engines.
21 Jun 2016
Innovations by SABIC to minimize food wastage, reduce weight, and lower carbon footprint of packaging materials
Sittard, The Netherlands, June 21, 2016 - Today, an estimated one-third of food produced for human consumption is lost or wasted, equivalent to 1.3 billion tons of food every year, according to the Save Food report by the Food & Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Even in the most developed supply chain systems such as those in Europe, 4% of transported goods are damaged in some shape or form due to low pallet stability. A growing consumer focus on convenience and sustainability will also drive continuous changes and innovation in packaging.
21 Jun 2016
Clariant debuts zeolite innovations for more ecological vehicles at International Zeolite Conference
Munich, June 21, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals and one of the foremost suppliers of zeolite powders and catalysts, will be presenting at the 18th International Zeolite Conference, which will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from June 19 to 24, 2016. The six-day event will focus on “Zeolites for a Sustainable World”, with the aim of exploring novel means of using zeolites to reduce environmental pollutants. Accordingly, and on behalf of the Clariant R&D team, Dr. Silke Sauerbeck will present very recent research and findings regarding new zeolite solutions for adsorption of automobile VOC emissions.
20 Jun 2016
Henkel opens new composite test center in Heidelberg – The Composite Lab
Henkel’s newly opened Composite Lab in Heidelberg, Germany, is a state-of-the-art test facility. Here automotive customers can team up with Henkel experts to develop and test composite parts and to figure out the best production process condition to make their ideas market-ready.
20 Jun 2016
Brothers Drinks Co. Ltd. Wins FINAT End-user Recycling Award
OEGSTGEEST, the Netherlands — June 20, 2016 — Brothers Drinks Co. Ltd. has won the 2016 FINAT End-user Recycling Award for its involvement in a PET liner recycling programme, set up by Avery Dennison and PET UK.
16 Jun 2016
Clariant to focus on Value for People at K 2016
Muttenz, June 16, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will focus on the value it brings to people across the plastics industry’s entire value chain, from processors to brand owners and end-users, at K 2016 (Booth J11/Hall 8a) from October 19-26, 2016.
16 Jun 2016
SONGXTEND® 2124 stabilizer - Songwon’s latest innovation for the automotive industry
Ulsan, Korea – June 16, 2016 – SONGWON has recently launched its latest innovation for the automotive industry. The new SONGXTEND® 2124 stabilizer solution was specifically developed to meet the stringent demands of the automotive industry where weight and cost reduction are dominant factors.
15 Jun 2016
Clariant Healthcare Packaging to Highlight Regional Manufacturing at CPhI China
Shanghai, June 15, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, and its Healthcare Packaging unit, will participate in CPhI China, the premier regional pharma-focused exhibition being held June 21 – 23 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Clariant plans to focus attention on its production sites in China, where desiccants and other healthcare packaging products are made. This significant regional manufacturing footprint, together with a third facility opening in India in 2017 and existing plants in the U.S.A. and Europe, assures Clariant customers in China of continued supply chain dependability. Clariant Healthcare Packaging is exhibiting on Stand #W5G26.
