Henkel to feature wide range of adhesive innovations for healthcare applications

Henkel’s high-elongation LED curable acrylic adhesives combine outstanding bond strength on flexible medical devices made of TPE and TPU with high flexibility and low viscosity. (Photo: Henkel, PR054)At the COMPAMED fair in Düsseldorf (November 12-15, 2018), Henkel will present its comprehensive portfolio of adhesive materials for applications in healthcare. Highlights at the company’s booth G05 in Hall 8b, will include new LED curing adhesives for flexible medical devices, a range of advanced pressure sensitive adhesives for plasters and functional patches as well as conductive inks for smart health devices.

Mondi flexible packaging “leapfrogs” ahead in the recycling game

The Frosch mono-material pouch with detachable panels. (Photo: Mondi, PR100)In 2014 Werner & Mertz decided to develop packaging that is recyclable in the fullest sense. This was before most fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies viewed a commitment to sustainability as an indispensable building block for brand equity. Several packaging suppliers told them it could not be realised. Then they met Mondi.

Avery Dennison presents ‘one solution 4 all’ digital film—and it’s PVC-free

Avery Dennison presents ‘one solution 4 all’ digital film—and it’s PVC-free. 
(Photo: Avery Dennison, PR392)Among the latest materials science innovations from Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions is a PVC-free wrapping film designed to cover a vast range of different applications.

Clariant confirms SABIC to complete purchase of 24.99% stake in Clariant after receiving all regulatory approvals 

ClariantClariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today announced that SABIC has received the final outstanding regulatory approvals from the competition authorities for the purchase of a 24.99% stake in Clariant. Therefore, an unconditional closing of the purchase will take place in the next days which makes SABIC Clariant’s largest strategic anchor shareholder, and second anchor shareholder beside the group of former shareholders of Süd-Chemie.

Belden Offers Faster, More Reliable Data Transfer with Layer 3 Backbone Switch

Belden offers faster, more reliable data transfer with Layer 3 backbone switch. 
(Photo: Belden, PR462)Belden, Inc., a global leader in signal transmission solutions for mission-critical applications, has released a new version of its Hirschmann brand Layer 3 backbone switches – the DRAGON MACH4000 Series. These next generation devices allow engineers to transfer larger quantities of data faster without compromising network availability or performance.

Avery Dennison joins the Plasticity Partner Program, led by Ocean Recovery Alliance

Avery Dennison joins the Plasticity Partner Program, LED by Ocean Recovery Alliance. (Photo: Avery Dennison, PR403)Global materials science and manufacturing company, Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY), and Ocean Recovery Alliance, founders of Plasticity Forum, have entered into a three-year agreement as part of the Plasticity Partner Program.

KRAIBURG TPE Scores a Victory with The First Thai Brush

The First Thai Brush has innovated the design of its Victory toothbrush handles with an ergonomic soft-touch grip co-molded in THERMOLAST® K from KRAIBURG TPE. 
(Photo: © 2018 The First Thai Brush Co., Ltd.)Thailand’s leading manufacturer of toothbrushes and household brushes is committed to producing toothbrushes of the highest quality. For this reason, The First Thai Brush Co., Ltd. has chosen a high-quality thermoplastic elastomer from KRAIBURG TPE to enhance the ergonomics and functionality of its Victory toothbrush product lines with a soft-touch grip.

ELIX Polymers to highlight latest material innovations for key markets at Fakuma 2018

ELIX Polymers to highlight latest material innovations for key markets at Fakuma 2018. (Photo: ELIX Polymers, PR041)The next Fakuma show for the plastics processing industry is just around the corner, and materials supplier ELIX Polymers is readying its offering. Fakuma 2018 will be in Friedrichshafen, southern Germany, on October 16-20, and the speciality ABS supplier will be on Stand 5002 in Hall B5 to shine the light on its latest innovations.