25 Oct 2001
New system inspects and verifies preform quality
Bolton, Ontario, Canada — Husky Injection Molding Systems and Pressco Technology Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio, USA, have partnered to develop an integrated system that will inspect and verify every molded preform. The jointly developed system will allow molders to quantify key production variables such as reduction in scrap, down-time and associated product handling expenses. In addition, the system will provide such intangible benefits as objective inspection results, early identification and correction of defects, consistent product quality and a tool for predictive maintenance.
25 Oct 2001
BERGAMID® Polyamid & BERGAFLEX® TPE Combine for Improved Indoor Hockey Stick Blade
CLEVELAND (August 17, 2001) – A new hockey stick made for the increasingly popular indoor version of the sport uses impact-modified BERGAMID® polyamide from PolyOne for toughness, durability, and flexibility.
25 Oct 2001
PolyOne's Bethlehem Plant Gains QS-9000 Certification; Twelfth PolyOne Plant to Reach Quality Milestone as Auto Supplier
BETHLEHEM, PA (USA) – The Plastic Compounds & Colors Group of PolyOne™ Corporation (NYSE: POL) announced today that its Bethlehem site has gained QS-9000 certification, the ninth such PolyOne facility to earn this recognition. The plant supplies a variety of polymers to Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers to the automotive industry. In the hardware arena, materials from the Bethlehem plant are used for applications such as interior and exterior door handles and escutcheons, glovebox latches, luggage racks, seat levers, seatbelt systems, latching mechanisms, and side trim moldings. Under the hood, Bethlehem supplies materials for use in transmission sump filters, air-handling systems, brake and fuel lines, and pulleys. In the electrical/electronics system, the company provides material for connectors and bobbins.
25 Oct 2001
PolyOne Distribution Canada Expands Regional Operations with Opening of New Headquarters
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario (May 22, 2001) – PolyOne Distribution Canada, Inc. announced today the opening of a new headquarters for the company’s expanded Canadian operation. The new facility, located here at 7689 Bath Road, houses the company’s administrative offices and over 60,000 square feet of warehouse space. The state-of-the-art warehouse also features a rail siding enabling the transfer of product from bulk railcar to bulk truck and packaging equipment that provides full packaging capability into cartons or bags.
25 Oct 2001
Akcros Chemicals launches new low viscosity bonding agent(in English)
DÜSSELDORF October 25, 2001: Vulcabond MD is the latest addition to Akcros Chemicals' Vulcabond range of bonding agents which improve the adhesion of PVC plastisols to polyester, nylon and other synthetic fabrics.
25 Oct 2001
Akcros Chemicals America expands its broad range of biocides for the worldwide plastics industry
DÜSSELDORF October 25, 2001: Akcros Chemicals is a prominent force in thermoplastic additives supply worldwide, as well as being a leading global supplier of biocidal actives for the plastics industry. Akcros Chemicals America (New Brunswick) has recently expanded its broad range of biocides following a series of successful US EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)* registrations and new technology developments.
25 Oct 2001
WEDCO's complete material processing solutions deliver quality, speed and cost-efficiency
DÜSSELDORF, October 25, 2001 – WEDCO is a subsidiary of ICO Incorporated (NASDAQ: ICOC) which was founded in 1970 as a small oilfield services company. Today, it is a leading provider of specialised processing and distribution services to the petrochemical industry worldwide, with facilities in North America, Europe and Australasia. WEDCO is a world leader in size reduction and related processing services, with over forty years’ experience in the field.
25 Oct 2001
ICO Polymers' One-Shot foam system for rotational moulding outperforms aluminium in chemical application
DÜSSELDORF, October 25, 2001 – ICO Polymers is a subsidiary of ICO Incorporated (NASDAQ: ICOC), which was founded in 1970 as a small oilfield services company. Today, it is a leading provider of specialised processing and distribution services to the petrochemical industry worldwide, with facilities in North America, Europe and Australasia. ICO Polymers is Europe's leading supplier of speciality polymers for rotational moulding, metal coating, carpet backing, masterbatch production, lamination and many other applications.
