XIRAN® SMA: Boosting the thermal performance of ABS

XIRAN® SMA boosts the temperature performance of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) polymers. 
(Picture: Polyscope: PSPR006)In a recent benchmark analysis of heat boosters, Polyscope Polymers has highlighted the benefits that can be obtained by the use of readily available XIRAN® SMA copolymers as a modifier in thermoplastic polymers.

JEC Asia 2011 mirrors the burgeoning Asian composites market

JEC CompositesJEC Asia 2011 reached new heights with a larger offer of new composite materials, a wider range of composites applications and a stronger international presence. Demonstrating the buoyant outlook for the composites industry in Asia, JEC Asia 2011 registered a 10 percent increase in exhibition space and the attendance of 7,000 visitors.

SABIC lanceert twee nieuwe Lexan* PC films voor veilige ID kaarten ter bescherming tegen identiteits-diefstal, schade en voortijdige vervanging

SABIC’s Lexan* SDCX geco-extrudeerde Film en Lexan SC92E flexibele hard-gecoate film volgen de trend in de bedrijfstak van meer lagen voor meer veiligheid>PARIJS, Frankrijk – 15 november 2011 – Hier op de CARTES & Identification show, stand 4N062, introduceerde SABIC’s Innovative Plastics vandaag twee nieuwe Lexan* polycarbonaat (PC) films voor identiteits- (ID) kaarten die de integratie vergemakkelijken van additionele beveiligingskenmerken die nodig zijn om diefstal en vervalsing van identiteit te bestrijden. Nieuwe Lexan SDCX geco-extrudeerde film en Lexan SC92E flexibele hard-gecoate film verschaffen oplossingen voor de problemen bij het produceren van ID-bewijzen en veiligheidsdocumenten met meer en dunnere lagen en een complexe productie. Een aantal jaar na SABIC's succesvolle introductie van de Lexan Secure ID film portefeuille toont deze uitbreiding van de collectie veiligheidsproducten met Lexan SDCX en SC92E hoogwaardige films duidelijk het commitment van de onderneming aan om beveiligingstechnologieen te ontwikkelen die ten goede komen aan zowel fabrikanten van smartcards als consumenten.

Frost & Sullivan Commends DSM for Developing ‘Green’ Arnitel Eco that Helps End-users Reduce their Carbon Footprint

Frost & Sullivan Commends DSM for Developing ‘Green’ Arnitel® Eco that Helps End-users Reduce their Carbon Footprint.
(Photo: DSM Engineering Plastics: DSMPR315)Arnitel® Eco is an Innovative, More Sustainable, High-Performance Partly Bio-based Thermoplastic Elastomer that Supports Greater Environment-Friendliness in End-user Applications

Azelis UK appoints HW Coates as new supply chain partner for all packed goods

AzelisAs part of the overall strategic plan for logistics and supply chain to improve efficiencies and improve customer service levels, Azelis has appointed HW Coates as our new partner for the warehouse and transport of packed goods in the UK and Ireland.

Dispersogen® ACP 120 combines efficiency & toxicological benefits in one

Clariant supports the Agrochemical industry’s drive for more environmentally-friendly, efficient and easy-to-process crop protection formulations with the launch of the unique, multi-benefit dispersing agent Dispersogen® ACP 120. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, 15 November 2011 - Clariant supports the Agrochemical industry’s drive for more environmentally-friendly, efficient and easy-to-process crop protection formulations with the launch of the unique, multi-benefit dispersing agent Dispersogen® ACP 120.

Clariant’s EasyWhite Tan process — leaner, cleaner and safer

Specialty chemicals expert Clariant is offering tanners the first viable scientific and commercial option to traditional tanning methods in some 125 years with the global launch of EasyWhite Tan. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, November 14, 2011 - Specialty chemicals expert Clariant is offering tanners the first viable scientific and commercial option to traditional tanning methods in some 125 years with the global launch of EasyWhite Tan.

AVERY DENNISON AND ARTMARK LABEL SYSTEMS OPEN NEW MOSCOW DISTRIBUTION CENTRE

The new state-of-the-art distribution centre (DC) of Avery Dennison Corporation and Russian distribution company Artmark Label Systems. (Photo: Avery Dennison, PR090)LEIDEN, the Netherlands — 14 November, 2011 — Avery Dennison Corporation and Russian distribution company Artmark Label Systems announce the opening of a state-of-the-art distribution centre (DC) to serve label printers in the greater Moscow area and support the growing popularity of self-adhesive labels in Russia. A grand opening event for Russian customers will be conducted at the new DC, located in the suburb of Podolsk, on November 19, 2011.