8 May 2018
Guardian Glass in Europe launches new Glass Analytics tool to replace the Guardian Configurator for improved glass performance analysis
Guardian Glass in Europe has introduced an enhancement to the company’s widely-used suite of web-based software tools, Glass Analytics, improving the ability of European users to demonstrate the advantages of high performance glass in building facades.
8 May 2018
SABIC again expands fast-growing additive manufacturing materials portfolio with launch of three new filaments at NPE 2018
SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, announced here at NPE 2018, booth S19001, the third expansion of its additive manufacturing materials offering within 12 months. Specifically, SABIC is launching three new filaments for fused deposition modeling: ULTEM™ AM1010F filament for general high-temperature applications, including tooling; and ULTEM™ AMHU1010F and LEXAN™ AMHC620F filaments for healthcare applications. These advanced new materials, which can be used for end-use parts as well as prototypes, are key to SABIC’s strategy of extending the scope of additive manufacturing. The company is also applying its broad expertise in materials, processing and design optimization – as well as deep knowledge and experience in healthcare – to enhance additive manufacturing technologies.
8 May 2018
SABO S.p.A. completes acquisition of Domus Personal Care
SABO S.p.A. is very pleased to announce the acquisition of the Personal Care Business Unit of Domus Chemicals S.p.A. and the brand “DOMUSCARE”, high quality Specialty Esters and Emollients. This acquisition will reinforce the Personal Care position of SABO in the Cosmetics market and allows both parties to leverage their strengths and innovative capabilities in the development, manufacturing and distribution of new sustainable products based on existing technologies and to build a long term collaboration in other fields for the future.
8 May 2018
Clariant delivered novel performance boost for ecolabel certified architectural paints at ACS 2018
Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, supports North America’s architectural paints market in creating a healthier indoors for U.S. households with innovative formulation ingredients now launched to the region. New renewable-based and hazard label-free multifunctional neutralizer Genamin Gluco 50 and new advanced stabilizer system Dispersogen SPS/SPV for “breathable” biocide-free paints offer a step-change to environmentally friendly coatings.
7 May 2018
Clariant showcases support for North America’s plastics industry growth
Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, turns the spotlight on its increasing on-the-ground support and innovation focus for North America’s four key plastics application segments at NPE 2018 Booth S18155.
7 May 2018
SABIC debuts at NPE 2018 new portfolio of PP compounds for soft feel in automotive interior components
SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, unveiled here today at NPE 2018, booth S19001, a new and growing portfolio of SABIC® polypropylene (PP) compounds that deliver a soft feel combined with excellent scratch performance in unpainted, low gloss automotive interior components. The new SABIC® PP compounds offer the luxurious haptics and finishes that today’s consumers demand – even in lower-priced vehicles. At the same time, these injection molding materials can help automotive OEMs and tiers reduce costs by as much as 50 percent by avoiding secondary operations such as applying soft paint, fabric, foam or other surface covering.
7 May 2018
Ascend to showcase growing portfolio of PA66 applications at NPE2018
Ascend Performance Materials, the world’s largest fully integrated producer of nylon 6,6 resin, will showcase its growing range of Vydyne® PA66 solutions for automotive, electrical and electronics, industrial and consumer applications at NPE2018 in Orlando, FL, from May 7 to 11. The company will have numerous applications on display at its booth (S14001), where it will also conduct a number of presentations on the performance and value of nylon 6,6 to processors and specifiers.
7 May 2018
Orpic sets a new benchmark - launches a new generation of high quality thermoforming Luban grade
Oman Oil Refineries and Petroleum Industries Company (Orpic) has launched a new thermoforming grade called Luban HP1151K that will increase both productivity and the overall performance of transparent thermoformed cups, trays and containers. The new PolyPropylene thermoforming grade is based on Milliken's nucleating innovation Hyperform® HPN-600ei. The new grade (Luban HP1151K) will be launched during 5th Oman Plast Exhibition 2018 at Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre.
