BorSafe proves its value to durable pipe systems around the world

BorSafe HE3490-LS-H pipes are particularly suitable for demanding installation conditions such as the mountains in InnsbruckPipe producers and fittings manufacturers from Europe to China are recognising the processing and long-term performance benefits of recent introductions to the BorSafe™ product range from Borealis, a leading provider of innovative, value creating plastics solutions. BorSafe polyethylene (PE) pressure pipe and fitting grades reflect Borealis’ commitment to contributing to better, safer and more durable pipe systems for drinking water, sanitation and gas distribution.

Rhodia Polyamide Announces a Price Increase in Asia and Americas for its Polyamide 6 and 6.6 Technyl® Compounds

Rhodia Engineering PlasticsLyon, France – November 29, 2007 – Rhodia Polyamide announces a 200 to 250 USD/MT price increase for its Polyamide 6 and 6.6 Technyl® compounds in Asia and Americas effective January 1st, 2008 - or as contracts allow - to help offset rising raw material, transport and energy costs.

Distrupol enhances its colour compounds offering to customers throughout Europe

DistrupolDistrupol has announced the conclusion of a strategic agreement with Matrix Plastics, UK, that will further enhance its already strong colour compounds offering. The agreement, which will see Distrupol move its colour compounding business to the Matrix Plastics site in Slough, UK, will provide its European customers with a progressively expanding range of new colour choices.

Rhodia Polyamide Announces a Price Increase in Europe for its Nylon Intermediates and PA 6.6 Stabamid® Polymer

Rhodia Engineering PlasticsLyon, France – November 29, 2007 – Rhodia Polyamide announces a 150 to 200 €/MT price increase for its Nylon Intermediates and PA 6.6 Stabamid® Polymer in Europe effective January 1st, 2008 - or as contracts allow - to help offset rising raw material, transport and energy costs.

Rhodia Polyamide Announces a Price Increase in Europe for its PA 6.6 Performance Fibers

Rhodia Engineering PlasticsLyon, France – November 29, 2007 – Rhodia Polyamide announces a 150 €/MT price increase for its PA 6.6 Performance Fibers in Europe effective January 1st, 2008 - or as contracts allow - to help offset rising raw material, transport and energy costs.

Rhodia Polyamide Announces a Price Increase in Europe, Middle East and Africa for its Polyamide 6 and 6.6 Technyl® Compounds

Rhodia Engineering PlasticsLyon, France – November 29, 2007 – Rhodia Polyamide announces a 150 to 200 €/MT price increase for its Polyamide 6 and 6.6 Technyl® compounds in Europe, Middle East and Africa, effective January 1st, 2008 - or as contracts allow - to help offset rising raw material, transport and energy costs.

Rhodia Polyamide Announces a Price Increase in Europe for Adipic Acid

Rhodia Engineering PlasticsLyon, France – November 28, 2007 – Rhodia Polyamide announces a 100 to 150 €/MT price increase for Adipic Acid in Europe effective January 1st, 2008 - or as contracts allow - to help offset rising raw material, transport and energy costs leading to strong margin erosion.

FASSON LEAN FILM PASSE LES TESTS AVEC BRIO

Evaluation des résultats des tests de laboratoire au Centre Européen Films d’Avery Dennison à Gotha, en Allemagne : le Directeur Général Packaging de Bolton Manitoba (3ème en partant de la gauche) et Mario Giulianini de chez Maer (3ème en partant de la droite) avec à leur droite, le Directeur Technique et Marketing d’Avery Dennison Roll Material Europe, Silvio Margutti et le Responsable Produit Jan’t Hart. Le Responsable Qualité d’Avery Dennison Martina Hoppe est à gauche, ainsi que Birgit Frenzel.Leiden, Pays-Bas - Le nouveau Fasson Lean Film d’Avery Dennison avait déjà été accueilli avec enthousiasme, avant son lancement à Labelexpo Europe 2007. Ce fut le cas, par exemple, à Nova Milanese, en Italie, où le transformateur d’étiquettes Maer et la marque internationale Bolton Manitoba ont été tous les deux très satisfaits des essais réalisés avec la nouvelle étiquette auto-adhésive.