DSM ENGINEERING PLASTICS AT K 2007

K 2007

24-31 October 2007

Press kit

DSM ENGINEERING PLASTICS OFFERS LIVING SOLUTIONS™

At K 2007, DSM Engineering Plastics is launching a wide range of new materials for existing and new markets. To highlight the company’s approach to sustainability, DSM Engineering Plastics will use the K as a platform to demonstrate its capabilities as a solutions provider, by introducing the concept of Living Solutions™.

PASSIONATELY PROVIDING INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS AT K 2007

At K 2007, DSM Engineering Plastics demonstrated its passion for innovation by introducing a wide range of new materials for existing and new markets.

DSM INTRODUCES BREAKTHROUGH POLYMER

DSM Engineering Plastics has announced the development of PA4T, a new polymer which extends the portfolio for high performance engineering thermoplastics. DSM Engineering Plastics is the inventor and global market leader in high performance polyamides with Stanyl® , a polyamide 46.

INTRODUCING STANYL® DIABLO OCD2100

DSM Engineering Plastics has introduced new high performance grade of STANYL® for under the bonnet applications.

ARNITE® XG FOR WHITE GOOD CONNECTORS

DSM Engineering Plastics has introduced a halogen-free material specifically designed for connectors in unattended appliances. ARNITE® XG PBT, meets the requirements in IEC 60335-1.

DSM’S AKULON® ULTRAFLOW PA6 BENEFITS MANUFACTURERS OF FURNITURE COMPONENTS

DSM Engineering Plastics has introduced Akulon® Ultraflow PA6 for use in the furniture industry. This new and innovative material offers manufacturers many benefits and value added performance. It can be used for a wide range of furniture components – including back supports; arm rests; frames and bases for chairs; shelf brackets; cupboard hinges; castor brackets and attachments; connection corners.

DSM’S XANTAR® C RESIN HELPS NEDTRAIN KEEP ROLLING STOCK ON TRACK WITH AFFORDABLE, ECO-RESPONSIBLE CLADDING

DSM Engineering Plastics recently announced that its XANTAR® C CE 407 resin allows NedTrain, a provider of train car maintenance and overhaul services, to supply state-of-the-art cladding systems for walls and ceilings in passenger coaches. The DSM resin not only provides aesthetic yet durable, and low-maintenance cladding systems, but also complies with strict flame, smoke and toxicity regulations. Further, XANTAR® C CE 407 resin is environmental friendly as it contains the newest flame retardant technology. Finally, this resin helped NedTrain achieve its goal of cost savings in both the production and maintenance of claddings.

STANYL® TAKES THE HEAT

Rosenbauer, the world leader in mobile fire protections and civil defence solutions, recently introduced “Heros-Xtreme”, a new fireman’s helmet, tested and approved according to EN 443:1997 and prEN 443:2006.

NEW HYDRAULIC HOSES HAVE ARNITEL® TPE-E CORE FOR SUPERIOR LIFECYCLE PERFORMANCE

Many manufacturers of hydraulic hoses are now using a new material for the core. This is Arnitel®, a thermoplastic ether ester block copolymer elastomer (TPE-E), from DSM Engineering Plastics. DSM Engineering Plastics is a business group within the DSM N.V. Performance Materials cluster.

PHILIPS ADOPTS DSM’S XANTAR® FOR THE MANUFACTURE OF LIGHTING ENCLOSURES

DSM Engineering Plastics has introduced Xantar® C (PC/ABS) for the manufacture of lighting components. The Xantar® C material is now being used for the production of end caps for Centura 2, an important new range of luminaires from Philips.

FOR AUTO INTERIORS, TRW AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRONICS & COMPONENTS GMBH RELIES ON DSM FOR BROAD, VERSATILE PRODUCT PORTFOLIO, RESPONSIVENESS AND EXPERTISE

TRW Automotive Electronics & Components GmbH, a manufacturer of automotive air registers and other interior components, depends on DSM Engineering Plastics to meet the varying needs of Tier 1 suppliers and automotive OEMs. DSM Engineering Plastics, as a top solution provider to TRW, offers a broad and deep portfolio of high-performance materials, exceptional technical expertise for application development, and the agility to respond to requests for special orders or rapid delivery.