Clariant’s new denim chemistry inspires Karl Mayer

Based on Clariant’s ‘Advanced Denim’ dyeing process, machine builder Karl Mayer’s Indig-O-Matic system is now able to offer superior efficiency, flexibility and eco-friendliness for weavers.
(Photographs: Clariant)Muttenz, 21 July 2011 – Based on Clariant’s ‘Advanced Denim’ dyeing process, machine builder Karl Mayer’s Indig-O-Matic system is now able to offer superior efficiency, flexibility and eco-friendliness for weavers.

New Clariant innovation portal

Muttenz, 20 July 20111 – Unlock the secrets to successful innovation at Clariant’s new Innovation web-pages launched today. Visitors to www.innovation.clariant.com are invited on a journey through the chemistry behind the challenges critical to society’s safety and advancement. They can also find out how they can work with Clariant to contribute to a sustainable and comfortable future.

Clariant launches two new products to supplement its Deposit Control range

Clariant offers papermakers new deposit control solutions with the addition of Cartaspers® SCH and Cartabond® DST.01 to its range. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, 19 July 2011 – Clariant offers papermakers new deposit control solutions with the addition of Cartaspers® SCH and Cartabond® DST.01 to its range. The extended portfolio has been developed specifically to improve machine cleanliness and runnability when wastepaper is used as a raw material in the papermaking process.

New initiatives support Clariant’s CSR commitment in Asia

Hans Herrel, Clariant’s President Director of Indonesia, flew the balloon with Responsible Care® logo on the ceremony to kick off Responsible Care 2011 program. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, 6 July 2011 – Clariant, a leading global supplier of specialty chemicals, is extending its worldwide commitment to CSR in the Asia Pacific region through hands-on community initiatives and active support for local educational programs.

Melio® 03-W-75
Flesh side fixation for highest demands

Effective fixation for the most demanding requirements: Melio® 03-W-75 from Clariant. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, 5 July 2011 – For several reasons, many leathers have a fixing coat applied to the flesh side of the hide. To manage this effectively, Clariant has developed its new Melio® 03-W-75. A polyurethane-based product, it ensures excellent fixation without hardening the leather or causing a double layer effect in laminating automotive leathers. Flesh side fixation coatings with Melio® 03-W-75 show a high degree of reproducibility and consistency.

Stay connected with Melio® 03-R-163 for high adhesion on difficult surfaces

Stay under control: with perfect adhesion from Clariant. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, 5 July 2011 – To achieve proper adhesion is one of the most important parameters in leather finishing. To meet the current specifications for different leathers, automotive as well as shoe upper, the finishing film has to be perfectly connected to the crust surface.

Out of the blue, Clariant launches the ultimate white

Out of the blue, Clariant launches the ultimate white. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, 4 July 2011 – Clariant gives papermakers the unique opportunity to use up to 30% less optical brightening agent (OBA), reduce tinting colorant levels, and reach a truer, more neutral white, with the launch of its breakthrough whitening system Leucophor® XL.

Clariant’s Masterbatches Business increases prices

Muttenz, 1 July 2011 – The Masterbatches Business Unit of Clariant, a leading Masterbatches player globally, announces global price increases for most of its products.

Plastic Colors Will Reflect Changing Times, Clariant ColorForward™ 2012 Predicts

This three-dimensional ColorForward™ presentation folder includes eye-catching graphics and illuminating text, as well as molded samples of the colors and effects. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, 28 June 2011 – In 2012, colors that mirror a sense of movement, evolution and surprise – bright, lively, even quirky hues and special effects – can be expected to find a receptive public. So will soft, muted, earthy and organic tones that convey introspection, stability and personal responsibility. If these two trends seem at odds with each other, that may be because confusion and contradiction are also important elements in some of the major societal trends identified in the latest edition of ColorForward™. This trend analysis and color design tool from Clariant Masterbatches is released annually to help plastic product designers and marketing professionals make more informed color choices.

Clariant initiates squeeze-out process for Süd-Chemie

Muttenz, 24 June 2011 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announced today that it has initiated the squeeze-out procedure to acquire all of the remaining shares of Süd-Chemie AG from minority shareholders according to the German Public Company Act (“Aktiengesetz” § 327a).

Clariant Appoints Hans-Joachim Müller Member of the Executive Committee

Muttenz, 21 June 2011 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has appointed Dr. Hans-Joachim Müller member of the Executive Committee. He will join the company on July 1, 2011.

Clariant predicts a fashion outlook of contrasts for Autumn/Winter 2012-13

NEO GRUNGE (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, June 20, 2011 – The fashion focus for Autumn/Winter 2012-13 is on clear-cut contrasts and greater extremes. And it is the sheer depth of contrasts – warm or cold, light or dark, black or white, romantic or grunge – that has provided the impetus and inspiration behind the new color and trend forecast for the footwear and leather sectors. Compromise is no longer chic whereas the sensitivity for the timeless and sustainable has increased. Supporting its customers in generating their own collections, Clariant launches its new Global Color Card – developed in close cooperation with ModEurop, the Fashion Pool at DSI (Das Schuhinstitut GmbH) – as well as its leather trend booklet ‘Fashion Up!’, in preparation for Autumn/Winter 2012-13.