TE Connectivity unveils unmanaged industrial Ethernet switches with M12 connectivity for railways

TE Connectivity unveils unmanaged industrial Ethernet switches with M12 connectivity for railways. (Source: TE Connectivity, PR230)TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, is introducing a new range of robust unmanaged industrial Ethernet switches with M12 connectivity for use in railways and other forms of public transport. The new switches are designed to enable faster and more reliable networks.

Beaulieu International Group showcases geotextile solutions at ICG 2018 in Seoul

Fibres for lightweight high-performance nonwoven geotextiles.
(Photo: © Beaulieu International Group)Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.) heads to the South Korean capital to present its strong support for the growing geosynthetics market at the 11th International Conference on Geosynthetics ICG 2018 (Stand 14).

1e PlasticRoad-fietspad ter wereld geopend

1e PlasticRoad-fietspad ter wereld geopend.Zwolle, 12 september 2018 - Een wereldprimeur voor de provincie Overijssel en gemeente Zwolle: het eerste PlasticRoad-fietspad ter wereld is vandaag geopend in Zwolle. Gedeputeerde Bert Boerman en wethouder William Dogger fietsen samen met PlasticRoad-bedenkers Anne Koudstaal en Simon Jorritsma als 1e over het fietspad op basis van gerecycled plastic. Het idee werd drie jaar geleden gepresenteerd door wegenbouwer KWS (een Koninklijke VolkerWessels onderneming). Wavin en Total haakten in 2016 aan met hun expertise op het gebied van kunststoffen om het concept door te ontwikkelen tot een daadwerkelijk product. Naast de pilotlocatie in Zwolle volgt in november een tweede pilot in Giethoorn.

Henkel to feature wide range of adhesive innovations for healthcare applications

Henkel’s high-elongation LED curable acrylic adhesives combine outstanding bond strength on flexible medical devices made of TPE and TPU with high flexibility and low viscosity. (Photo: Henkel, PR054)At the COMPAMED fair in Düsseldorf (November 12-15, 2018), Henkel will present its comprehensive portfolio of adhesive materials for applications in healthcare. Highlights at the company’s booth G05 in Hall 8b, will include new LED curing adhesives for flexible medical devices, a range of advanced pressure sensitive adhesives for plasters and functional patches as well as conductive inks for smart health devices.

Mondi flexible packaging “leapfrogs” ahead in the recycling game

The Frosch mono-material pouch with detachable panels. (Photo: Mondi, PR100)In 2014 Werner & Mertz decided to develop packaging that is recyclable in the fullest sense. This was before most fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies viewed a commitment to sustainability as an indispensable building block for brand equity. Several packaging suppliers told them it could not be realised. Then they met Mondi.

Avery Dennison presents ‘one solution 4 all’ digital film—and it’s PVC-free

Avery Dennison presents ‘one solution 4 all’ digital film—and it’s PVC-free. 
(Photo: Avery Dennison, PR392)Among the latest materials science innovations from Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions is a PVC-free wrapping film designed to cover a vast range of different applications.

Clariant confirms SABIC to complete purchase of 24.99% stake in Clariant after receiving all regulatory approvals 

ClariantClariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today announced that SABIC has received the final outstanding regulatory approvals from the competition authorities for the purchase of a 24.99% stake in Clariant. Therefore, an unconditional closing of the purchase will take place in the next days which makes SABIC Clariant’s largest strategic anchor shareholder, and second anchor shareholder beside the group of former shareholders of Süd-Chemie.

Belden Offers Faster, More Reliable Data Transfer with Layer 3 Backbone Switch

Belden offers faster, more reliable data transfer with Layer 3 backbone switch. 
(Photo: Belden, PR462)Belden, Inc., a global leader in signal transmission solutions for mission-critical applications, has released a new version of its Hirschmann brand Layer 3 backbone switches – the DRAGON MACH4000 Series. These next generation devices allow engineers to transfer larger quantities of data faster without compromising network availability or performance.