TE Connectivity Unveils Reflow Capable Connectors for HVAC Equipment and Appliances

TE Connectivity unveils reflow capable connectors for HVAC equipment and appliances. (Source: TE Connectivity, PR120)HARRISBURG, PA., USA – June 15, 2017 – TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, introduces two new reflow capable connectors for customers who are changing their manufacturing processes to high performance reflow soldering of PCB assemblies. The reflow capable universal MATE-N-LOK connectors and Economy Power headers are both rectangular wire-to-board power connectors built on a tested solution where the thermoplastic housings are designed to withstand high temperatures associated with reflow soldering. Both connectors are suitable for a wide range of applications including appliances, HVAC equipment, security systems, power supplies, industrial machinery, elevators and escalators.

Total explores new routes for post-consumer recycled polystyrene in the circular economy world

Polystyrene containing post-consumer recycled polystyrene. 
(Photo: Total, PR028)Brussels, June 14, 2017 - Total has just completed an industrial scale test run, following a series of pilot plant trials, demonstrating the feasibility of sustainable incorporation of about 20% of post-consumer recycled polystyrene within virgin polystyrene. The trial, which was carried out on an existing production asset, successfully led to product with properties equivalent to virgin polymer.

TE Connectivity to Showcase Product Platforming Expertise at Smart Variant CON

TE Connectivity to showcase product platforming expertise at Smart Variant CON. (Source: TE Connectivity, PR190)DARMSTADT, Germany – June 14, 2017 – TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, announced its participation in the Smart Variant CON in Berlin, Germany from June 19-21, 2017. The Smart Variant CON is the leading event on complexity and variant management addressing a broad range of industries.

SONGWON to meet key industry needs with its new pilot plant

SONGWON to meet key industry needs with its new pilot plant.
(Photos: SONGWON Industrial Co., Ltd.)Ulsan, South Korea – June 14, 2017 – SONGWON Industrial Co., Ltd. (www.songwon.com) announced today that its new pilot plant in Panoli (Gujarat), India has come onstream, thereby strengthening the organization’s overall specialty chemicals development capability.

Belden Compliant with Mandatory New EU Radio Equipment Directive

Belden compliant with mandatory new EU radio equipment directive. 
(Photo: Belden, PR450) Venlo, The Netherlands - June 13, 2017 - Belden Inc., a global leader in signal transmission solutions for mission-critical applications, confirmed today its compliance with the new Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU. All Hirschmann wireless solutions fully adhere to the new guidelines, including the OpenBAT, BAT450-F, BAT867R and BAT-C Industrial Wireless LAN access points/clients, as well as all OWL Industrial Cellular Routers.

TE Connectivity’s LUMAWISE Photo Control Portfolio Extended to Provide Additional Design Flexibility

TE Connectivity’s LUMAWISE photo control portfolio extended to provide additional design flexibility. (Source: TE Connectivity, PR131)HARRISBURG, PA., USA – June 13, 2017 – TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, is unveiling several innovations to its LUMAWISE photo control portfolio providing street lighting manufacturers additional design flexibility. TE’s LUMAWISE base assembly, sleeve and covers together integrate power and signal interface to the dimming receptacle to ensure long-term reliability. This interface can be used in applications such as LED outdoor roadway, street and area lighting fixtures.

TE Connectivity Introduces D-3000 First Mate Last Break Dynamic Series Connector

TE Connectivity introduces D-3000 First Mate Last Break Dynamic Series connector. (Source: TE Connectivity, PR089)
DARMSTADT, Germany – June 12, 2017 – TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, is unveiling a new addition to its Dynamic Series of First Mate Last Break (FMLB) connectors. The D-3000 FMLB 5.08mm option offers FMLB solutions from signal level circuitry to power circuit connectivity up to 15A – all in a ruggedized, industrialized package.

New TPE compounds for premium lifestyle products

KRAIBURG TPE has extended its portfolio of THERMOLAST® K Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE) with a range of compounds designed to deliver velvety satin surfaces, superior adhesion in two-component applications with polar thermoplastics, and outstanding mechanical performance properties. The new materials offer high scratch and abrasion resistance, good chemical compatibility and UV-stability as well as easy processing at high injection rates. Amongst others, they address particular needs of premium lifestyle products.
(Photo © 2017 KRAIBURG TPE)KRAIBURG TPE has extended its portfolio of THERMOLAST® K Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE) with a range of compounds designed to deliver velvety, satin-smooth surfaces, superior adhesion in two-component applications with polar thermoplastics and outstanding mechanical performance properties. The new materials offer high scratch and abrasion resistance, good chemical compatibility and UV-stability as well as easy processing at high injection rates. Addressing the particular needs of premium lifestyle products, they made their debut at CHINAPLAS 2017.