03-05-2012
Framework agreement announced between China Lumena New Materials Corporation and DSM Engineering Plastics
China Lumena New Materials Corporation and DSM Engineering Plastics signed a framework agreement last March 29, 2012 in Chengdu, China. The two companies agreed to further explore a potential cooperation in the marketing and sales of Stanyl® polyamide 46 in China and Haton® PPS outside of China. Furthermore, the companies will investigate the potential for a joint development in respect of PPS/PA46 alloys as well as other areas of cooperation.
03-05-2012
AVERY DENNISON NAMED AS FIRST GLOBAL PREFERRED PRESSURE-SENSITIVE MEDIA PARTNER FOR HP INDIGO DIGITAL PRESSES
LEIDEN, the Netherlands - May 3, 2012 - Speaking at drupa 2012, Dean Scarborough, chairman, president and CEO at Avery Dennison underlined how the company's relationship with HP for HP Indigo Digital Press solutions is driving further portfolio growth. Mr. Scarborough said "As the first Global Preferred Pressure-sensitive Media Partner for HP Indigo products, we offer the largest number of HP Indigo-certified media worldwide. And we continue to invest in our Indigo portfolio, with expansions in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, including China."
03-05-2012
Clariant delivers resilient performance
- First quarter sales up 18% in local currencies and 13% in CHF, driven by acquisitions
- EBITDA margin before exceptional items at 12.1%, compared to 16.1% in the previous-year period, reflecting the expected soft start to 2012, with lower demand compared to the high basis of the previous year
- Continuing growth in non-cyclical businesses while cyclical and structurally challenged businesses faced similar trading conditions to Q4 2011, improving towards the end of the quarter
- Outlook for 2012 confirmed: Clariant expects further sales growth in local currencies and sustained profitability in 2012 as the global economy is expected to strengthen progressively in the course of the year.
02-05-2012
PEGADA SUSTENTÁVEL ALIADA Á PRODUTIVIDADE É DIFERENCIAL DE NOVO MATERIAL PARA RÓTULOS DA AVERY DENNISON
Vinhedo, Maio 2012 – Atenta às necessidades do mercado por rótulos autoadesivos alinhados aos conceitos de produção sustentável, a Avery Dennison do Brasil (NYSE:AVY) está apresentando o Global MDO cujos principais atributos são maior transparência, maior produtividade e maior sustentabilidade. Além da resistência e estabilidade necessárias para promover o produto no ponto de venda, o material tem ótima conformidade, reduzindo o aparecimento de rugas e vincos nos processos de conversão e nas aplicações a altas velocidades.
02-05-2012
SABIC wins Seven Coveted ACC Responsible Care® Energy Efficiency Awards, Demonstrating its Commitment to Sustainability
BERGEN OP ZOOM, The Netherlands – May 2, 2012 – On April 30, SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business was recognized by the American Chemistry Council (ACC) for its extensive world-class programs designed to improve energy efficiency, taking seven Responsible Care® Energy Efficiency Awards, including three for its Mt. Vernon, Indiana, manufacturing facility. This accomplishment marks the second consecutive year in which SABIC’s sustainability initiatives have been honored by the ACC. These multiple awards for a diverse range of projects demonstrate SABIC’s strong leadership, world-class technology and culture of innovation that enables the company to minimize environmental impact while strengthening operational excellence, all of which significantly benefit its customers worldwide.
02-05-2012
SABIC’s bimodal HDPE family meets the increasing challenges of the film industry
Sittard, the Netherlands – May 2, 2012 – Production of high quality thin blown film is possible with a family of advanced bimodal high density polyethylenes (HDPE) from SABIC. There are currently two grades in the family, SABIC® HDPE FI0644 and a higher density grade with higher flow, SABIC® HDPE FI1157.
01-05-2012
Clariant Oil Services to Present Four Papers at SPE Conference in UK
- Presentations will demonstrate expertise in scale control management, foster dicussion with industry leaders
- Exhibit will showcase knowledge in integrity management and corrosion control
30-04-2012
DYNEEMA® MAX TECHNOLOGY TAKES HMPE MOORING ROPES TO A NEW LEVEL
The Netherlands, 30 April 2012 - DSM, producer of Dyneema®, the world's strongest fiber™, has introduced DM20, a new fiber designed for the production of incredibly strong ropes that provide unrivalled strength, stiffness and durability. DM 20 is an innovative fiber that completely redefines the capability of HMPE ropes and forms the basis of Dyneema® Max Technology. This breakthrough technology is developed for the production of deepwater mooring ropes for oil and gas production facilities. Rigorously tested, these ropes are ideal for all rope applications requiring resistance to permanent loads.
