Plastic with the property of killing microbes
BASF launched new plastic that has the property of killing microbes. The product has been presented at the Fakuma 2008 in October in Friedrichshafen, Germany.
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Ticona added to its portfolio the enhanced Celanex 6842
Ticona Engineering Polymers, a leader in non-halogenated thermoplastic polyester (PBT) development, announcedan addition to its portfolio of XFR - halogen - free flame retardant polymers - the enhanced Celanex 6842 series with improved processability and equivalent properties that give designers and manufacturers a "drop-in" option for use in eco-friendly electrical and electronic components.
Akulon Ultraflow from DSM Engineering Plastics
Precision injection molding in model making Akulon Ultraflow from DSM Engineering Plastics provides high cost savings potential.
New Water and Grease Resistant Coating Set to Revolutionise Packaging
A revolutionary new barrier coating, which is both water and grease resistant, has been developed by Europe`s leading corrugated cardboard packaging manufacturer, Smurfit Kappa.
DuPont introduces new, thinner SentryGlas
DuPont Glass Laminating Solutions announces commercial availability of new 0.9-mm (35-mil) DuPont SentryGlas clear interlayer for use in making strong, protective windows, doors and safety-glazed building elements.
New generation PE adhesive resin of LyondellBasell
LyondellBasell Launches New-Generation PE Adhesive Resin used in Steel Pipe External Coatings.
New KraussMaffei's injection moulding
Injection moulding for energy savers: KraussMaffei launches the new electric AX series at the Fakuma 2008.
Engel at Fakuma 2008
With a motto of "Energise your future" the Austrian manufacturer of injection moulding machines, Engel, is exhibiting at Fakuma Friedrichshafen from 14 to 18 October. Energy optimised, powerful machine designs are the focus of this year`s trade fair presentation: the highlight is the new Engel duo 500 pico - a compact variant of the tried-and-trusted Engel duo large scale machine series. Besides this Engel will be presenting three fully electric machines and the Engel e-victory hybrid machine.
Rapid introduces two granulator series at Fakuma 2008
At Fakuma 2008, Rapid Granulator AB will launch its newly developed 100 Series granulators together with the latest addition to its range of ?open-hearted` granulators, the 600 Series.
Drymax dryers complete with energy rating
Wittmann has introduced a comprehensive testing program to establish energy ratings for their Drymax dry air dryers. The familiar topic of energy efficiency and energy savings is commonly put forth by many suppliers as a sales argument but what are their claims really based on and can they be substantiated? After several years of research, Wittmann has developed a standardized rating method based on stringent test conditions that provide repeatable results for the actual energy use.
New Eltex MED LDPE launched by INEOS
INEOS Polyolefins announces the launch of Eltex MED LDPE, a range of polyolefins grades dedicated to meet the exacting and long-term requirements of Medical and Pharmaceutical Packaging applications. These products are produced at the Bamble (Norway) polyolefins site.
Ticona Introduced Hostaform Long Glass Fiber POM
Ticona Engineering Polymers introduced a new Hostaform long glass fiber acetal copolymer (POM) that delivers better performance than standard reinforced thermoplastic polymers. Ticona designed this long glass reinforced fiber POM to become the industry`s choice of material in a variety of structural applications such as automotive, appliances and gears.
