07.10.2005
Successful DEA conversion with GAS/SPEC™ SS specialty amine, for increased H2S removal and lower operating costs
INEOS Oxide, producer of GAS/SPEC SS specialty amines, and Brenntag Oil & Gas, sole distributor and services supplier for this product in Europe, booked successful results at the Slovnaft A.S. Refinery in Bratislava. Since the conversion of their H2S removal system from DEA to an MDEA based GAS/SPEC SS solvent, Slovnaft’s H2S processing capacity has been increased by 25% and operating costs have been reduced significantly by 30% - 50%. Based on these positive results, Slovnaft converted a second amine unit at the refinery from MEA to GAS/SPEC SS.
07.10.2005
Eastman at Luxe Pack Material Difference™: a commitment to innovation
CAPELLE A/D IJSSEL, THE NETHERLANDS - Since years, Eastman Chemical Company has been supporting the cosmetic packaging industry by continuously investing in the developments of proprietary technologies, dedicated products and cosmetics industry-specific expertise. Our strong commitment to innovation results in the development of an extended range of products and packaging concepts that provide effective responses to the cosmetics markets and the design industry.
06.10.2005
Neues Image der Abbey Banken: Arla Plast setzt Eastman 14471 Copolyester für Griphen Frost™ Tafeln ein
CAPELLE A/D IJSSEL, NIEDERLANDE - Die britische Bank Abbey stattet ihre 714 Niederlassungen in Großbritannien innerhalb der nächsten drei Jahre neu aus. Mit dieser umfangreichen Aktion soll der neuen Corporate Identity des Unternehmens Rechnung getragen werden. Für die Leuchttafeln in den Innenräumen der Banken hat sich die Bank für Griphen Frost™ Platten aus Eastman 14471 Copolyester entschieden. Griphen Frost Platten werden von Arla Plast, Schweden, hergestellt. Dieses Material zeichnet sich durch seine matte Oberflächencharakteristik aus, die besonders attraktiv wirkt. Es erhielt außerdem in Großbritannien die Brandschutzklasse 1Y, d.h. geringe Rauchdichte und Freisetzung nicht toxischer Rauchgase im Brandfall.
06.10.2005
CHEMTURA INCREASES PRICES ON ATO FLAME RETARDANTS
MIDDLEBURY, CT – Chemtura Corporation (NYSE:CEM) today announced a worldwide pricing adjustment for its flame retardant grade of antimony oxide effective October 28, 2005 where contracts allow. The company has established a base price of $0.55/lb over the average published price for antimony metal, based on antimony content in finished products. This will result in a new base price of $2.00/lb at the current average antimony metal price of $3850/MT. Premiums for specialty grades and special services will continue at previous levels. The company is also eliminating all extended terms a well as all price protection beyond 30 days.
06.10.2005
CHEMTURA TO RAISE BROMINATED CLEAR BRINE FLUID PRICING
Middlebury, CT – Chemtura Corporation (NYSE:CEM) today announced it will increase list and off-list pricing by 40% for calcium bromide 14.2 , zinc bromide/calcium bromide 19.2 solution and sodium bromide 12.5 in all regions. New pricing is effective October 14, 2005, where contracts allow. Concurrent with the increase, Chemtura will no longer offer price change notification terms longer than 30 days.
Press Briefing04.10.2005
UTECH Europe 2006: die Polyurethan-Industrie trifft sich in Maastricht
Für die internationale Polyurethan-Branche führen nächstes Jahr alle Wege in das Maastricht Exhibition & Congress Centre (MECC) im niederländischen Maastricht, dem neuen Standort für die UTECH Europe – das weltweit bedeutendste Forum für die wichtigsten Anbieter von Maschinen, Werkstoffen, Ausrüstungen, Produkten und Dienstleistungen rund um Polyurethane.
03.10.2005
GE Helps Drivers Save Money at the Pump with Innovative High-Tech Materials for Improved Fuel Efficiency
BERGEN OP ZOOM, THE NETHERLANDS — October 3, 2005 — Sharp and painful increases in the cost of gasoline are prompting consumers and legislators to demand improvements in vehicle fuel efficiency, as evidenced by proposed new federal fuel economy standards for SUVs, pickups, and minivans. GE Plastics is already helping automakers improve fuel efficiency with innovative, high-performance materials that can reduce vehicle weight by replacing traditional metal, glass, and wiring systems. By extension, the consumer may benefit.
