Archroma acquires additional stake in M. Dohmen SA

ArchromaReinach, Switzerland, 7 September 2017 - Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals, today announced the acquisition of an additional 26% of the shares of M. Dohmen, an international group specializing in the production of textile dyes and chemicals for the automotive, carpet and apparel sectors.

SGP announces speakers for Community Day from leading organizations driving sustainability

SGPSayville, NY – September 7, 2017 - The Sustainable Green Printing Partnership, a non-profit organization that certifies printing facilities’ sustainability best practices, is pleased to announce that SGP Community Day will take place on November 14, 2017 in Portland, Oregon. The event, will be hosted at The Duniway in downtown Portland, will bring together leading print professionals, brands and sustainability champions in an effort to grow strategic programs and partnerships.

Diehl Aircabin and EconCore combine to develop aircraft interior modules based on thermoplastic honeycomb

Diehl Aircabin and EconCore are developing aircraft interior modules based on thermoplastic honeycomb.
(Photo: © 2017 EconCore, ECNPR002)Thermoplastic honeycomb technology specialist EconCore has joined forces with Diehl Aircabin to develop next- generation solutions for aircraft interior modules during a European Commission funded project. The two companies envisage a new highly cost-effective process for creating modules by thermoforming and functionalizing mono-material sandwich panels in a single step.

Clariant achieves best-in-class rankings in 2017 Dow Jones Sustainability Index

ClariantMuttenz, September 7, 2017 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, was today listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) 2017, recognizing it as one of the most sustainable chemical companies for the fifth consecutive year. The world renowned sustainability index has ranked Clariant among the top four percent of companies in its sector in both the DJSI Europe and the DJSI World.

Clariant showcases at Medtec China 2017 its compounding capabilities for healthcare applications

Clariant MEVOPUR® Masterbatches & Compounds for Medical and Pharmaceutical Applications. (Photo: Clariant)Shanghai, September 7, 2017 – Clariant, a world-leader in specialty chemicals, will participate in the Medtec China 2017 exhibition with its latest technologies and capabilities dedicated to the medical and pharmaceutical packaging industry. Clariant's new investment in Singapore to equip its existing facility with new compounding capabilities will also be announced during Medtec, the leading exhibition for medical device design and manufacturing in China. The exhibition will take place on September 20-22, 2017 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center.

ELIX Polymers introduces new low-friction materials for critical automotive applications and other segments

ELIX Polymers introduces new low-friction materials for critical automotive applications and other segments. 
(Photo: ELIX Polymers, PR027)Tarragona, September 6, 2017 – ELIX Polymers has developed a range of specialty grades of ABS and PC/ABS to reduce the squeak that is generated by the contact of plastic parts with other plastic parts, leather, PVC-foil or other products. These undesirable noises can negatively affect the driver´s comfort and the quality impression of a car.

Clariant expands support for local NORAM Oil Services customers

The ground-breaking activities were performed by Jon Rogers, Global Head of BL Oil (L), and Frankie Keller, Regional Manager Permian (R), both of Clariant’s Business Unit Oil & Mining Services (OMS) 
(Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, September 6, 2017 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announces a low single-digit million amount investment to strengthen two of its North American Oil Services sites in order to further support customer growth in key oil basins.

Omron cuts power switching down to size

Omron cuts power switching down to size. The new J7KNU contactor from Omron, which is the smallest device of its type and rating currently available anywhere in Europe, is ideally suited for a wide range of applications where a compact, dependable and easy-to-use power switching solution is needed. Although it measures only 35.5 x 35.5 x 33 mm, the J7KNU contactor has a 2.2 kW AC3 rating and is available in three- and four-pole versions with AC or DC coils and as reversing contactor with mechanical interlock.