Henkel highlighting aerospace solutions at JEC 2016

HenkelAt the upcoming JEC World 2016, Henkel (Hall 6, Booth J31) will exhibit a portfolio of products and applications for its aerospace customers, including lightweight surfacing films for composite materials that offer a smooth, aerodynamic surface and advanced protection against lightning strikes. Henkel will also display a full range of innovations for the automotive industry.

Clariant confirms sustainability & best-performance can go hand-in-hand for water-based wood coatings

Clariant confirms sustainability & best-performance can go hand-in-hand for water-based wood coatings. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, March 3, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, presents the next step forward in achieving highly-durable waterbased coatings with best-in-class weathering protection, scratch resistance and surface-touch effects for flooring and outdoor applications.

Sanitized® AM 23-24 – eficiente contra o mosquito transmissor do vírus Zika

Sanitized® AM 23-24 – eficiente contra o mosquito transmissor do vírus Zika. 
(Fotografia: SANITIZED AG, PR015)02 de março de 2016, Burgdorf, Suíça: Conforme a recomendação urgente da OMS, é preciso tomar medidas para proteger a população contra o vírus Zika. Têxteis que repelem o vetor podem contribuir ativamente com essa proteção. A SANITIZED AG, especialista em tratamentos antimicrobianos para têxteis e plásticos, em estreita colaboração com a Archroma, uma empresa-líder em corantes e especialidades químicas e especialista em aplicações têxteis, desenvolveu o Sanitized® AM 23-24, uma comprovada tecnologia de acabamento para produtos têxteis que resiste a lavagens. Essa tecnologia já foi utilizada com sucesso pelos militares como proteção contra vetores como o Aedes aegypti, mosquito que transmite doenças como malária, dengue e febre amarela.

TE Connectivity Hosts Open House for Students on Global Day of the Engineer

Marno Panis, product development engineer, showing the capabilities of 3D printing to the students. (Source: TE Connectivity, PR055)‘S-HERTOGENBOSCH, The Netherlands – March 2, 2016 – TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity, entertained over 300 students from several local schools on February 24, the Global Day of the Engineer. The half-day open house was aimed at inspiring a greater awareness of engineering among young people. The young students got an insight into the world of engineering with a tour through TE’s various laboratories in ‘s-Hertogenbosch, they gained hands-on experience with some interesting technology gadgets, and they learnt what it means to work for a global technology company.

SABIC certified as ‘Top Employer Europe 2016’ for third consecutive year

From left to right: David Plink CEO Top Employers Institute, Eduardo Perez-Cejuela, Sr Director HR Europe and Mark Williams, Vice President Europe.Sittard, The Netherlands, March 2, 2016 - Chemical company SABIC has been awarded the ‘Top Employer Europe Award 2016’ for the third consecutive year, for its excellent employment practices throughout the Europe region. The certification is based on research by the international Top Employers Institute and auditing firm Grant Thornton, recognising SABIC’s continuous focus on excellent HR practices. The award was presented on 25 February 2016 at an official dinner ceremony in Amsterdam.

Henkel driving automotive innovations at JEC 2016

The rear axle of the new Volvo XC90 features a new transverse leaf spring, made of lightweight composite material. BENTELER-SGL mass-produces the composite leaf springs for the rear suspension using Loctite Matrix resin from Henkel. (Photo: Henkel, PR008A)Driven by legislation to reduce carbon-dioxide emissions, automotive manufacturers are on a mission to cut every unnecessary gram of weight out of vehicles. The push for lighter vehicles is driving the adoption of advanced composites, which offer weight savings versus traditional metal components.

Avery Dennison Materials Group names Hassan Rmaile global vice president, R&D

Avery Dennison Materials Group names Hassan Rmaile global vice president, R&D.
(Photo: Avery Dennison, PR321)Mentor, Ohio — March 01, 2016 — Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE:AVY) today announced the appointment of Hassan Rmaile as the global vice president of R&D for its Materials Group effective immediately. He replaces Sjaak Elmendorp, who will be retiring from the company after 22 years of valued service.

Clariant to offer Beraca’s natural cosmetic ingredients in the D-A-CH region

ClariantMuttenz, March 1, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is extending its portfolio of cosmetics ingredients for customers in Austria, Germany and Switzerland with Beraca’s natural ingredients from the Amazon Rainforest. As of April 1, 2016, CRM International – a Clariant Group company – will distribute Beraca’s cosmetic portfolio in the D-A-CH region.