Clariant and Global Bioenergies unveil development of new bio-based cosmetics polymer for more natural formulations

Legend: The building block for Clariant’s new bio-based cosmetics polymer is produced in Global Bioenergies’ demonstration plant in Leuna, Germany.
(Source Global Bioenergies)Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, and Global Bioenergies, a leader in industrial biotechnology, today announced the development of a new bio-based polymer for cosmetic creams and lotions, which is derived from renewable isobutene.

Clariant's eWATCH program wins 2017 Best CSR Practice Award in China

Clariant's eWATCH program wins 2017 Best CSR ractice Award in China. (Photo: Clariant)Shanghai, December 26, 2016 – Clariant, a world-leader in specialty chemicals, has been recognized once again with its CSR best practice in China, this time by winning the Green Harmony Award of 2017 Best CSR Practice of Foreign Invested Enterprises in China through the eWATCH internal program for driving energy efficiency. The award was presented by the China Association of Enterprises with Foreign Investment at a ceremony held in Beijing, China today.

Clariant will increase prices for PV 23 and Diarylide based Pigments

ClariantMuttenz, December 22, 2017– Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has announced global price increases for selected pigments. The price increases, which come into effect for delivery as of January 15th, 2018 or as soon as contracts allow, will affect dioxazine violet and diarylide pigments:

ARLANXEO-Bildungsinitiative: Schüler erforschen das Thema Mobilität

ARLANXEO-Bildungsinitiative: Schüler erforschen das Thema Mobilität.
(Foto ARLANXEO, ARPR028)Dormagen – ARLANXEO, ein weltweit führender Anbieter für synthetische Elastomere, intensiviert seine Bildungsinitiative mit einer Lernwerkstatt an seinen Standorten in Dormagen und Leverkusen. Den Schwerpunkt bildet dabei das Thema Mobilität – und den Beitrag, den ARLANXEO-Kautschuke zu einer zukunftsweisenden und nachhaltigen Mobilität leisten können.

TE Connectivity offers first pluggable one-cable solution for power, signal and data for small servo motors—the Intercontec M12 Motor Connector

TE Connectivity offers first pluggable one-cable solution for power, signal and data for small servo motors—the Intercontec M12 Motor Connector. (Source: TE Connectivity, PR191)DARMSTADT, Germany – December 20, 2017 – TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, is the first company to offer a 630 V power class connector for small servo motors that provides all-in-one connectivity for power, signal and data. Their Intercontec M12 Motor Connector is a compact, robust metal connector for installations based on one-cable solutions and covers the digital transmission of 2- and 4- wire encoder protocols like Hiperface DSL, BiSS, EnDat 2.2, ACURO link and SCS open link.

Henkel to highlight its comprehensive solutions for the die-casting value chain at Euroguss 2018

HenkelDüsseldorf, Germany – At Euroguss 2018, Henkel (Booth 521, Hall 7) will be showcasing its complete portfolio of product and service solutions for all needs across the entire die-casting and metalworking value chain. From Bonderite cleaning and lubricating products to its Loctite Impregnation Solutions (LIS), the company’s broad expertise and product range helps customers reduce costs and streamline their manufacturing processes.

TE Connectivity presents new and innovative connection technology at SPS IPC Drives, enabling efficient solutions for automation today and into the future

TE Connectivity presents new and innovative connection technology at SPS IPC Drives, enabling efficient solutions for automation today and into the future. (Source: TE Connectivity, PR221)DARMSTADT, Germany – December 19, 2017 – TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, was at SPS IPC Drives to present a comprehensive range of connectors that enable efficient solutions for modern automation scenarios like Industry 4.0, as well as in places where reliable connections could not be achieved to date. Among the innovative new features are a Cat 6a variant of the mini I/O series and RJ45 connectors with integrated magnetic components. The company will also present a white paper that looks in detail at the advantages and disadvantages of different connection technologies for industrial environments.

Clariant to increase prices for Masterbatch and Compound products containing titanium dioxide, carbon black, pigments, dyes and several additives

ClariantMuttenz, December 19, 2017 – Clariant, a world leader in masterbatches and specialty compounds, has today announced a price increase globally for all masterbatch and compound products containing titanium dioxide, carbon black, pigments, dyes and several additives by 8% (depending on the grade, concentration and quality of the titanium dioxide, carbon black, pigments, dyes and additives).