Archroma moves forward with full scale production of its new aniline-free* Denisol® Pure Indigo

Archroma breaks new ground with new aniline-free* indigo for denim. 
(Photographs: Archroma, Pexels)
Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, today announcedthat the production of its new aniline-free* Denisol® Pure Indigo has been accelerated due to the high demand encountered on the market.

KRAIBURG TPE provides thermoplastic elastomers with a pleasant feel for nonslip protective frames for devices

MYeBOX® 1500 portable power analyzer with a nonslip protective frame made of THERMOLAST® K from KRAIBURG TPE. 
(Image: © 2019 Circutor SA)Circutor SA, based in Spain, has chosen to use a compound of the THERMOLAST® K family for the outer cover of its new MYeBOX® power analyzers. These thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) combine cost-efficient processing with excellent adhesion to polycarbonate. They protect the portable devices against shock and impact and are certified according to UL94 HB.

Reflecting ‘lagom’ sustainable living in COATINGS FOR HOMES & OUTDOOR SPACES

Clariant is showing new solutions for the paints and coatings industry in a virtual reality surrounding. (Photo: Clariant)Clariant, a focused and innovative specialty chemical company, today announced unique new ways for home interior and outdoor paints and coatings to make a positive contribution to a balanced, sustainable way of living.

TE Connectivity to show extensive ENTRELEC range of terminal blocks at SIFER 2019

TE Connectivity to show extensive ENTRELEC range of terminal blocks at SIFER 2019. 
(Source: TE Connectivity, PR349)TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, will demonstrate the broad scope of its ENTRELEC range of terminal blocks at SIFER 2019, the 11th International Exhibition of Railway Technology, taking place in Lille from 26 to 28 March. TE is on Stand 220 in Hall 3.

Beaulieu Fibres International: global “one stop shop for innovative and value added staple fibers” at IDEA®19 Miami

Global premiere of PET-core-BICO for hygiene applications.
(Photo: © Beaulieu International Group)Beaulieu Fibres International (BFI), the leading European polyolefin fiber supplier, will cement its place at this year’s IDEA®19 Miami, as an important ‘all solution provider’ for polyolefin carded nonwovens in Personal Care and Hygiene, Geotextiles, Automotive, Floorcoverings and Filtration applications.

Henkel to showcase growing Loctite MAX resin portfolio at JEC World 2019

Henkel’s growing range of Loctite MAX resin matrix systems help OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers implement a new generation of lightweighting and high-productivity composite parts, such as wheels, with superior heat resistance, mechanical integrity and surface aspect. 
(Photo: thyssenkrupp Carbon Components, PR065)As a world leader in the field of polyurethane-based resin systems, Henkel is actively expanding its Loctite MAX polyurethane (PU) matrix resins portfolio by a family of high-performance materials based on epoxy. This resin portfolio is targeting the market of demanding automotive composite high temperature applications, such as wheels. Loctite MAX5 NextGen exhibits exceptional clarity for a rich carbon look, while upcoming Loctite MAX6 combines ultra-high heat resistance with unique toughness.

SABIC names Amco Polymers, LLC as a distribution partner in North America

As part of its strategy to foster the additional growth of its Specialties business, and to provide outstanding service to its customers, SABIC has named Amco Polymers, LLC as a third distribution partner in North America, providing SABIC customers with specialty engineering thermoplastics and related services in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Amco Polymers joins Nexeo Solutions, Inc. and Chase Plastic Services, Inc. as authorized distributors of SABIC’s complete portfolio of specialty materials, including NORYL™ resins (polyphenylene ether-based materials), ULTEM™ resins (polyetherimide materials), LNP™ compounds and the full range of polycarbonate-based high-performance copolymers.As part of its strategy to foster the additional growth of its Specialties business, and to provide outstanding service to its customers, SABIC has named Amco Polymers, LLC as a third distribution partner in North America, providing SABIC customers with specialty engineering thermoplastics and related services in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Belden Offers New Entry-Level Switches with PoE+ for Fast, Reliable and Cost-Effective Data Transfer

Belden offers new entry-level switches with PoE+ for fast, reliable and cost-effective data transfer. (Photo: Belden, PR474)Belden Inc., a global leader in signal transmission solutions for mission-critical applications, releases today its new SPIDER III PoE Standard Line of entry-level rail switches. Highly flexible and configurable, these switches are built on Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+), enabling industrial engineers to supply greater power to more network devices and ensure high-quality, reliable communication.