Henkel’s new Bonderite E-CO DMC digital multichannel controller helps customers optimize the performance and cost of metal pretreatment processes

Henkel’s Bonderite E-CO DMC metal pretreatment process control system provides access for remote devices, such as tablets and smartphones, and can be integrated in cloud-based data-driven solutions. (Photo: Henkel, PR060)Henkel has introduced a new process control system that addresses key challenges in metal pretreatment as customers are increasingly seeking to implement data-driven Industry 4.0 solutions. In combination with the company’s New Generation Conversion coatings (NGC) for multi-metal substrates, the Bonderite E-CO digital multi-channel (DMC) controller enables maximum corrosion performance and sustainability at minimized overall process costs.

TE Connectivity engages with advanced manufacturing community at ATX West

TE Connectivity engages with advanced manufacturing community at ATX West. 
(Source: TE Connectivity, PR340)TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, will participate in the Automation Technology Expo (ATX) West from February 5-7, 2019 in Anaheim, CA, to showcase its industrial machinery, material handling and robotics portfolios.

TE Connectivity’s STD Snap-On Markers designed for identifying wires in harsh environments

The STD Snap-On Markers from TE Connectivity are a reliable way to identify wires and small cables in harsh environments. 
(Source: TE Connectivity, PR346)TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, is offering its STD Snap-On Markers as a reliable way to identify wires and small cables.

TE Connectivity named a 'Top 100 Global Innovator' for eighth consecutive year 

TE Connectivity named a 'Top 100 Global Innovator' for eighth consecutive year. 
(Source: TE Connectivity, PR345)TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, has again been named a Derwent Top 100 Global Innovator 2018-19 by Clarivate Analytics.

Archroma launches Leucophor® AFCN, a new FDA-approved OBA aimed for food contact, high-whiteness packaging and paper

Archroma launches Leucophor® AFCN, a new FDA-approved OBA aimed for food contact, high-whiteness packaging and paper. 
(Photo: Leah Kelly)Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, today announced the introduction of a new optical brightening agent (OBA) specially designed for food packaging and paper, Leucophor® AFCN liq. The newly launched OBA has been approved for food contact by the US Food and Drug Administration.

Strategic focus on medical applications

KRAIBURG TPE (booth 66) and Eastman (booth C18) will showcase materials with perfect, coordinated adhesion for medical hard/soft applications at Pharmapack 2019. 
(Photo: © 2019 KRAIBURG TPE)In line with KRAIBURG TPE’s 2019 strategy to increase its focus on medical applications and pharmaceutical packaging, the company recently collaborated with Eastman to develop a range of innovative high-purity TPEs. In close cooperation with Eastman, KRAIBURG TPE has developed a range of THERMOLAST® M thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) with the capability to adhere directly to specialized polymers used in medical applications, including Eastman’s Tritan™ copolyester, PP, ABS, ABS/PC, and PET.

TE Connectivity extends M12 portfolio with the L-code PCB/panel-mount power connectors

TE Connectivity extends M12 portfolio with the L-code PCB/panel-mount power connectors. 
(Source: TE Connectivity, PR275)TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, has extended its portfolio of M12 connectors to include L-code PCB/panel types that offer a compact high-power solution for automation devices.

SABIC and customers launch certified circular polymers from mixed plastic waste 

SABIC Chairman, Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Jarbou, and Vice Chairman & CEO Yousef Al-Benyan, with representatives from customers Unilever and Vinventions, and supplier PLASTIC ENERGY at last night’s event to announce the launch of SABIC’s certified circular polymers.SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, has announced together with its customers Unilever, Vinventions and Walki Group, the launch of certified circular polymers to be manufactured by SABIC and planned to be used by its customers for packaging solutions for a variety of consumer products that will be introduced into the market in 2019.