A Bayer MaterialScience LLC scientist taught a course at the World of Concrete conference that addresses the basic chemistry and sustainability factors behind polyurethane coatings and sealants, as well as appropriate end-use applications. - January 21, 2011 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

BayOne Urethane Systems LLC, a unit of Bayer MaterialScience LLC, has developed a new Bayflex® natural oil polyol (NOP) 1002 low-density insole system. - January 20, 2011 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Concrete and masonry professionals are again descending on Las Vegas for the industry’s only annual international event, World of Concrete (WoC), with exhibits taking place January 18 – 21. Attendees are invited to stop by the Bayer MaterialScience LLC booth, S12427, in the South Hall of... - January 20, 2011 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

The ilumisys MK2 light-emitting diode (LED) tube, an energy-efficient, mercury-free replacement for traditional fluorescent light tubes, achieves excellent light transmission and light diffusion qualities with Bayer MaterialScience LLC’s Makrolon® 6717 polycarbonate. “LED lighting presents... - January 16, 2011 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Eaton Corporation recently hosted approximately 25 participants of Bayer MaterialScience LLC’s North American (NA) EcoCommercial Building (ECB) Network at its LEED Gold-certified Electrical headquarters in Moon Township, Pa. Executives from ECB Program member and affiliate organizations gathered... - January 12, 2011 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

To better serve its customers, Bayer MaterialScience LLC has expanded its polycarbonate film production at its South Deerfield, Mass., facility. After this expansion, the facility has the capability to manufacture gloss-gloss and textured Makrofol® polycarbonate and Bayfol® polycarbonate-blend... - January 12, 2011 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Industry veteran brings international business development, sales and marketing skills to Vishnu Chemicals customers in the Americas. - January 06, 2011 - Vishnu Chemicals Ltd

Cell line contamination has plagued the scientific community for decades. Cells used in basic and applied research can become altered in culture, either by contamination from other cell lines or by spontaneous genetic changes. Bio-Synthesis has announced their new service in providing cell line identification and authentication. - December 15, 2010 - Bio-Synthesis Inc.

PureLine Treatment Systems has expanded the HP ElectroChemical Generator product line to include the HP-1 Unit, a generator incorporating state of the art technology, with an output of up to 1 pound per day of ultra-high purity (99.5% pure) Chlorine Dioxide, produced within a totally self-contained unit.... - December 09, 2010 - PureLine Treatment Systems

Bayer MaterialScience LLC has acquired the remaining 50 percent of BayOne Urethane Systems LLC (BayOne), a marketing joint venture for polyurethane specialties in the U.S. and Canada, from PolyOne Corporation. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed. “Acquiring the remaining 50... - December 04, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Even as more consumers reach for a touchscreen-enabled mobile device to keep in touch – the sensation of touch is often lost on their mobile device. That is changing with the Electroactive Polymer Artificial Muscle (EPAM) actuator technology from Artificial Muscle, Inc. (AMI), a Bayer MaterialScience... - December 02, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Bayer MaterialScience LLC’s Dr. Steven L. Schilling, senior principal scientist, Polyurethane/Insulation Development, took home the Best Presentation Award for the Energy Critical Foams Technical Session at the Center for the Polyurethanes Industry’s Polyurethanes 2010 Technical Conference.... - November 25, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Dirk Schapeler has been named chief executive officer and general manager of Artificial Muscle, Inc. (AMI), a Bayer MaterialScience LLC company. AMI is part of Bayer’s Functional Films Unit. In this role, Schapeler will focus on growing AMI’s product portfolio of Electro Active Polymer actuators.... - November 25, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Owners, architects and engineers are increasingly seeking building and construction materials that are sustainable. When it comes to coatings, there are a number of viable options from which to choose. Steven Reinstadtler, market development manager – Construction and Green Building Initiative,... - November 20, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Bayer MaterialScience LLC is offering a 1.5-hour course designed for architects and contractors through the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System. The course, Chemicals Do Good Things for Building Products, Too: How to Improve Building Sustainability and Energy Efficiency by Choosing... - November 20, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Bayer MaterialScience LLC continues its ongoing commitment to develop and promote sustainable building solutions through innovative technologies at the Greenbuild® International Conference and Expo. This year, Bayer MaterialScience LLC will focus primarily on Daylighting, Insulation Solutions, Indoor... - November 20, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

The process of selecting the proper waterborne coating for direct-to-metal (DTM) applications is complicated by necessary surface treatment, application requirements, cost of the coating and desired performance properties. No one coating can overcome all of these challenges, but waterborne polyurethane... - November 13, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

This news release announces Deloitte's joining the expanding EcoCommercial Building (ECB) Network of Bayer MaterialScience LLC in North America (NA). With its innovative sustainability strategy, professional services organization Deloitte was a natural fit to complement the other members in the ECB Network. - November 11, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

This news release discusses new applications for ultraviolet (UV)-cure coatings. Traditionally, UV-cure coatings are focused on the wood coatings market, but changing regulations and formulator preferences are expanding their range of use. Mike Dvorchak, Bayer MaterialScience LLC, presented “UV-Cure Coatings Technology – New Markets, New UV Oligomers and New UV PUDs” as part of the UV Technologies in Industrial Coatings Session at the recently held North American Industrial (NAI) Coatings. - November 11, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Electronics innovation specialist Creative Electron Inc has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with IPS Securex Pte Ltd, one of the South East Asia’s leading security systems integrators. - November 10, 2010 - IPS Securex Pte Ltd

A new generation of waterborne polyurethane coatings is a viable option for bridge structures, offering performance properties that are comparable to traditional solventborne coatings, yet are more environmentally friendly. Steven Reinstadtler, market development manager – Construction and Green... - November 06, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Award-winning presentation defines time limits for safe re-occupancy after installation of spray polyurethane foam insulation - November 05, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, buildings account for almost 40 percent of total energy use in the U.S. The U.S. Federal Government alone occupies nearly 500,000 buildings. These and other statistics suggest that the built environment has a far-reaching impact on the natural environment,... - November 04, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

As the weather cools and winter approaches, Bayer MaterialScience LLC color experts have developed playful shades for this season’s autumn and winter palette. Bayer MaterialScience LLC has added seven new colors to the LEDA® Compounded Color Technology’s JUST COOL color family for autumn... - October 30, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Bayer MaterialScience LLC has appointed Dr. Volker Mirgel, Dr. Sharon Feng and John Brandt to its Coatings, Adhesives and Specialties (CAS) leadership team in the NAFTA region. Dr. Volker Mirgel was appointed senior vice president, Coatings, Adhesives and Specialties for Bayer MaterialScience NAFTA.... - October 30, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Utility poles soaring upward 90, 100 and 110 feet in the air in some of the most wind-torn regions of the world feature impressive strength-to-weight ratios, thanks to a proprietary filament winding process by RS Technologies Inc. (RS). Using this innovative process, RS, a Canadian company with an R... - October 28, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

As a company dedicated to innovation and safety performance, Bayer MaterialScience LLC takes the steps necessary to help ensure the safe production, installation and function of its materials. As such, Bayer MaterialScience LLC scientists have developed a methodology for determining when structures can... - October 23, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Attendees of the Global Shale Gas Water Management Initiative 2010 will hear from Fountain Quail's COO and tour its state-of-the-art facilities. - October 22, 2010 - Fountain Quail

Bayer MaterialScience LLC’s Baydur® PUL 2500 polyurethane glass-reinforced resin system for pultruded window frames and stiffeners is far more insulating than aluminum and steel, tests show. The thermal conductivity of the Baydur PUL 2500 resin system is listed in the National Fenestration... - October 21, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Since the elimination of hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) 22 and HCFC 141b as blowing agents for rigid polyurethane foams in the United States, the polyurethane industry has sought comparable replacements. - October 19, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Bayer MaterialScience is committed to help meet the global challenges of energy shortages and climate change through innovative and sustainable technologies and processes. This is the company’s central message at the UTECH North America Exhibition 2010 held at the George R. Brown Convention Center... - October 19, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Glass represents a challenging substrate for the coatings chemist. Fortunately, new developments from Bayer MaterialScience LLC are making waterborne polyurethane dispersions (PUDs) and blocked polyisocyanates an attractive option for coating the exterior of glass bottles and jars. Raymond Stewart,... - October 19, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Application timing, surface preparation and degree of protection provided are just a few characteristics that coatings applicators must evaluate before selecting the proper coating for direct-to-metal (DTM) applications. To help facilitate this process three Bayer MaterialScience LLC scientists have... - October 19, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

New site provides improved navigation, an easy ordering system, and enhanced search to find the Certified Reference Materials and technical information visitors are looking for. - October 14, 2010 - SPEX CertiPrep Inc

Formulators are increasingly turning to ultraviolet (UV)-cure coatings to meet tighter government-mandated volatile organic compound (VOC) and hazardous air pollutant (HAPs) regulations. Bayer MaterialScience LLC has consistently been at the forefront of developing UV-cure coatings systems, offering... - October 07, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

FutureCarbon, the leading producer of carbon super-composites based in Germany, is making an appearance at this year's JEC Asia show from October 12 through 14 in Singapore. FutureCarbon intends to demonstrate an increasing focus on SEA markets. - October 07, 2010 - FutureCarbon GmbH

Bayer MaterialScience LLC offers a number of one-component (1K) waterborne (WB) polyurethane technologies that can be used to formulate wood coatings for diverse applications that include flooring, cabinetry, furniture, interior windows and doors, and exterior wood. - September 30, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Water recycler adds third NOMAD unit to treat shale gas drilling wastewater in Pennsylvania. - September 22, 2010 - Fountain Quail

PharmaZell GmbH, a European Contract Manufacturing Organization for active pharmaceutical ingredients and advanced intermediates, has once again expanded its manufacturing capabilities in India. In 2010, PharmaZell completed construction of a cGMP Kilo-lab at its R&D center in Vizag, India. This... - September 21, 2010 - PharmaZell

IDC Architects (IDCA), an architectural and engineering design firm, is the latest company to join the expanding EcoCommercial Building (ECB) Network of Bayer MaterialScience LLC. IDCA offers a full range of services, including planning, architecture, engineering, construction management and facility... - September 16, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

This news release showcases a new flame retardant polycarbonate plastic for LEDs. The new product grade, Makrolon® FR7067 polycarbonate plastic, meets UL-94 V0 rating at 1.5 mm and non-class 2 UL 8750. This material breakthrough comes at a time when, according to Strategies Unlimited, the high brightness LED market is forecast to grow more than 30 percent, reaching $20.2 billion by 2014. - September 11, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

The DNA Identity Testing Center is pleased to launch the DNASwab™ DNA Testing Collection Kit, a line of DNA test products that representatives hope will add a new level of confidentiality to its private DNA testing process. "Our DNA kit provides convenience and ease of use in the privacy... - September 09, 2010 - Bio-Synthesis Inc.

At this year's Composites Europe show from September 14 through 16 in Essen FutureCarbon GmbH, the leading producer of super-composite materials, is presenting its latest solutions for heating systems in hall 10-11 on booth G36. - September 09, 2010 - FutureCarbon GmbH

As a team, Bayer MaterialScience along with design agencies Golden Planet Design and soloTM have won a prestigious iF communication design award for the SampleBox. The SampleBox includes more than 40 material samples and was conceived to give clear and comprehensive insight into Bayer MaterialScience’s... - September 09, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

IPS Securex Pte Ltd, one of the South East Asia’s leading security systems integrators, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Tay Hun Kiat as Vice President Asia Pacific. He will be responsible for strategic marketing and business development of IPS Securex Pte Ltd business in Singapore... - September 08, 2010 - IPS Securex Pte Ltd

Bayer MaterialScience recently added EES Cosmetics Solutions to support Baycusan® polyurethane cosmetic ingredients sales in the East Coast region. EES Cosmetic Solutions joins Bayer MaterialScience Key Account Manager for Cosmetics and Personal Care, Judith Krantz, and distribution partners The... - September 04, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Bayer MaterialScience is a member of a Pennsylvania State University-led consortium that will receive a five-year, $129 million grant primarily from the Department of Energy (DOE). The funding will help establish a research center, Energy Innovation Hub (Hub), focused on developing technologies to make... - September 04, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Water recycler meeting stringent new Pennsylvania IRRC regs, in partnership with Eureka Resources. - July 28, 2010 - Fountain Quail

Bayer MaterialScience LLC announced today that Graham Architectural Products, a leading manufacturer of architectural-grade windows, doors and curtain walls, joined Bayer MaterialScience LLC’s EcoCommercial Building (ECB) Network as one of its inaugural product solution suppliers. - July 22, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

RCM, L.L.C., a company that plans and executes turnarounds in refineries and petrochemical plants, today announced a unique new software they created which will revolutionize the turnaround industry. - July 22, 2010 - Reliable Custom Management, L.L.C.