FLIR infrared camera on voyage of discovery to create pure crystals

The FLIR infrared camera was a component of FLUIDPAC (Fluid Physics Facility), an instrument package specifically designed to conduct physical experiments and observe the behaviour of fluids in space.
 A thermographic camera from FLIR Systems was a key component in experiments to model crystal growth in space. And, although crystallisation under zero gravity conditions did not result in the level of crystal purity scientists expected, the FLIR camera system showed why many similar experiments in space were flawed, ultimately saving the considerable costs of pursuing this particular line of research.

GE DIGITAL ENERGY CLOSES DEAL TO ACQUIRE IMV, A EUROPEAN-BASED UPS COMPANY

GE Digital EnergyAtlanta, GA – July 31, 2001 -- GE Digital Energy announced today that it has officially closed the deal to acquire IMV, a European-based world technology leader in the field of power protection based on uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) and associated software. Present in more than 80 countries with a network of professional Business Partners, IMV provides power protection solutions from stand alone UPS to large, distributed networks. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

PETCORE highlights good practices in Belgium: FOST Plus: developing a successful collection and recycling programme

PETCOREIn the past year 2000, a total of more than 282.000 tonnes of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) was collected for recycling in Europe. This represents an increase of 29% over the results of 1999 when a total of 219.000 tonnes was collected. According to figures published by PET Container Recycling Europe (PETCORE) last year's 29% increase in European collection volume was the highest ever, substantially improving on the previous year's 25% growth.

PET container recycling - strong as ever

PETCOREA total of 270.000 tonnes of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) was collected in Europe for recycling by the industry in the year 2000. This represents an increase of 23% over the results of 1999 when a total of 219.000 tonnes was collected.

Mold-Masters® Announces Availability of New Design Guide, Resource Manual for Hot Runners Incorporating MIM Components

GEORGETOWN, Ont. (May 9, 2001) – As part of its ongoing commitment to support and drive leading-edge technology, Mold-Masters today announced that it has just released the Complete Hot Runner Resource manual and design guide for its MIM-Dura hot-runner systems and controllers. Specially designed for small-pitch, high-cavitation molds, these compact systems offer excellent control and performance, plus a host of technology firsts – including the first metal-injection molded hot-runner components – all at an economical price.  GEORGETOWN, Ont. (May 9, 2001) – As part of its ongoing commitment to support and drive leading-edge technology, Mold-Masters® today announced that it has released a new design guide and resource manual for its MIM-Dura® and Flex-Dura® hot-runner systems and controllers. Offering the widest range of hot-runner component options in industry, these systems provide excellent control and performance, plus a host of technology firsts, all at a competitive price. One unique aspect of both systems is that key tungsten-carbide and H13-steel nozzle components were manufactured for the first time via metal injection molding (MIM) rather than conventional casting or machining.

Dynisco Hot Runners Launches New Identity with Name Change to Synventive Molding Solutions

Synventive‘s-Gravendeel, the Netherlands - Dynisco HotRunners, one of the world’s largest designers, manufacturers and suppliers of hot runner systems, announced that it has launched a new identity and corporate-wide name change. As of early June, all of its worldwide entities will begin officially operating under the new name of Synventive Molding Solutions. The company is also introducing a new Synventive Molding Solutions logo and tag line “Innovation Delivers”. This statement underlines our firm believe that the success of our customer and our company is closely linked to our capability to deliver innovative products, services and technologies to our customers, now and in the future.

Dynisco HotRunners to Become Independent Operating Unit

SynventiveGloucester, MA - Dynisco HotRunners has announced that it will become an independent operating entity, while remaining within the Berwind Group. This follows Berwind’s announcement that it has sold the Measurement and Control businesses of Dynisco, Inc. to Madison Capital Partners of Chicago, IL.