1 Oct 2012
Provichem® 2511 Eco Di-Methyl-Succinate offers unique features for more sustainable applications
A collaboration between Proviron and Reverdia has resulted in the introduction of Provichem® 2511 Eco, a Di-Methyl-Succinate (DMS) that can be used as a solvent and a raw material for fine chemicals such as pigments and UV stabilizers. Biosuccinium™ is made from renewable resources and has a much better carbon footprint than several other fossil based chemicals - such as adipic acid or the petrochemical version of succinic acid.
1 Oct 2012
Azelis gearing up for growth
The Azelis Board of Directors' announce a series of key measures to advance Azelis' development over the coming years. They include the appointment of Dr. Hans-Joachim Müller as the new Chief Executive Officer of Azelis Holding SA as Joris Coppye steps down, and a capital increase to fund future growth supporting the new CEO’s mandate for expansion.
1 Oct 2012
DSM's Arnitel® Eco wins honorable mention in Material of the Year Award
Arnitel® Eco, an innovative, partly bio-based thermoplastic copolyester elastomer (TPC) has won an honorable mention in the 2012 Material ConneXion Material of the Year Award.
28 Sept 2012
Clariant: Striking Solutions at Fakuma 2012
Muttenz, 28 September 2012 – At Fakuma 2012, Clariant will be presenting color masterbatches recognized by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) for safety. In addition, Clariant will be highlighting a number of high-impact special effects and an additive masterbatch developed specifically to eliminate the need for a separate coating process in certain medical applications.
28 Sept 2012
Songwon announces expansion of DOTO manufacturing capacity
Ulsan, Korea - September 28, 2012 - Songwon Industrial Group is announcing the expansion of DOTO (Di-n-Octyltin Oxide) production capacity by 60% at its Ulsan (Korea) manufacturing facility with the project completion expected mid 2013. The new DOTO capacity will come at the expense of a reduction in DBTO (Di-n-Butyltin Oxide) capacity. Beyond the current project, Songwon is planning additional DOTO capacity to support future market needs.
27 Sept 2012
佐敦携全球领先的矿业解决方案亮相2015中国国际矿业大会
中国上海，2015年10月14日——全球领先的涂料及油漆供应商佐敦公司即将亮相于10月20—23日在天津举行的2015（第十七届）中国国际矿业大会，展示为采矿行业打造的多款防腐涂料以及全球领先的矿业解决方案。佐敦展位号：N1展厅1320-1419。
27 Sept 2012
SABIC Launches Thermoformable LEXAN™ Sheet for Outstanding Flame-Smoke-Toxicity Performance, Opacity in Aircraft Window Shades
SEATTLE, Washington, September 27, 2012 - To help global aerospace customers comply with increasingly stringent standards for flame-smoke-toxicity (FST) performance of interior aircraft components, SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business today introduced new next-generation LEXAN™ XHR 5000 (extremely low heat release) sheet for aircraft window shades. On display here at the Aircraft Interiors Show in SABIC’s booth #828, LEXAN XHR 5000 sheet is designed for multi-layer window shade systems requiring advanced FST properties and opacity. Not only does this industry-leading solution meet demanding safety requirements, it also helps improve comfort in the cabin environment with a high-quality appearance and enhanced room-darkening properties. SABIC’s ongoing investment in advanced materials technologies for the aerospace sector demonstrates the company’s commitment to helping aircraft OEM customers meet toughening regulations, greatly expand thermoforming design options, improve aesthetics and heighten the consumer flying experience.
27 Sept 2012
SABIC signs research agreement with German research organization to develop advanced technologies into innovative solutions
SITTARD, The Netherlands, June 23, 2012 - The Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) and Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, a leading German organization for applied research, signed a multiyear agreement in Sittard, the Netherlands, on June 22 to mutually develop advanced technologies into innovative solutions, meeting global needs and demands in societal areas such as light weight construction and renewable energy.
