Chemicals & Plastics News
Improve your reaction time with insights into the world of chemicals and plastics. This section features news on innovations, technology and companies engaged in the processing and refinement of chemicals, adhesives, sealants, coatings, plastic resin materials, dyes, beverage ingredients, flavors and fragrances.
Expansion Goals Set by Micromill SK Met Efficiently
Recent successful expansion efforts for the Slovak low density polyethylene manufacturer hinting at a good year. - July 24, 2015 - Micromill SK
CIGS and CPV Are Winning the Patent Competition Among the Alternative Solar Technologies
Alternative solar technologies have been evolving rapidly in a fierce competition to lead in taking over the solar market from the conventional crystalline silicon (x-Si). After analyzing over 10,000 patents filed by global alternative solar PV technology developers in the past five years (2010... - July 23, 2015 - Innova Research
Global Bulletproof Security Glass Market Expected to Hit US$3972.5 million by 2021 : PMR
This report provides in-depth analysis and estimation of the bulletproof security glass market for the period from 2015 to 2021, considering 2014 as the base year of calculation. - July 20, 2015 - Persistence Market Research
Bayer MaterialScience LLC Polycarbonate Sheet Contributes to Revolutionary Lighting Design of New Jacuzzi® Hot Tubs
From the glass control screen to its smartphone app, the new J-500™ Collection from Jacuzzi is clearly not your father’s hot tub. Also contributing to its futuristic luxury and style is an advanced array of LED exterior lights that are integrated into its CurvaLuxTM Siding. These... - July 16, 2015 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Mesothelioma Victims Center Urges Industrial Workers with Mesothelioma to Call for a Customized Approach Focused on the Best Compensation and Treatment
The Mesothelioma Victims Center not only has the highest ranking on an Internet search for the best mesothelioma compensation for a diagnosed victim who was exposed at a manufacturing or industrial workplace, but it also has a new devoted page on their website to the nation's top hospitals for the... - July 13, 2015 - Mesothelioma Victims Center
Hernon Manufacturing Holds Distributor Training for Multisuministros Industrailes
South American adhesive and dispensing equipment distributors take advantage of three-day training aimed at enhancing knowledge of products, dispensing and UV curing equipment and application techniques. - July 10, 2015 - Hernon Manufacturing
Suzutomo Co. Ltd. Partners with Prismatic Powders and Cerakote Ceramic Coatings
Cerakote® Ceramic Coatings and Prismatic Powders® are proud to announce a new distributor partnership with Suzutomo Co. Ltd., located in Tokyo, Japan. Tosh Suzuki, President of Suzutomo, recently attended the specialized hands-on Cerakote® training program to become Cerakote®... - July 08, 2015 - NIC Industries, Inc.
Dash Announces Alliance with Phoenix Systems
Document Management Software developer Dash announces alliance with Phoenix Systems of Ontairo, Canada. - July 07, 2015 - Dash, Inc
Decision Databases Announces Growth Drivers to the Lignin Market
The global lignin market is expected to reach to 1,323.1 kilotons by 2021. Global lignin market is emerging with a growth due to increasing awareness for environmental protection and shift from conventional to renewable products. Lignin is one of the major renewable carbon sources after cellulose... - July 07, 2015 - DecisionDatabases.com
Tremco Group Announces Acquisition of Canadian Adhesives and Sealants Manufacturer
Tremco Group announced today the acquisition of certain assets of Chemtron Manufacturing Ltd., a Calgary-based manufacturer of construction adhesives, sealants and tapes with annual net sales of approximately $5 million. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The business will operate as... - July 02, 2015 - Tremco Commecial Sealants & Waterproofing
Micromill SK Gets a New Laboratory
The thermoplastic paint manufacturer are refurbishing their PE powder laboratories. - July 02, 2015 - Micromill SK
Strong Fibers: Ceresana Presents Market Study on Polyamides
Tear-resistant fibers, unbreakable components: Polyamides are among the most versatile plastics. Especially the types polyamide 6 and polyamide 66 are important. They vary in their chemical constitution. "In 2014, global revenues of 24.4 billion US$ were achieved with these two polyamide... - July 02, 2015 - Ceresana
Rekortan Chosen for Running Track Renovation at University of Pennsylvania’s Franklin Field
Rekortan brand track material, “the Fast Track” made by Harmony, PA based Applied Polymer Technology was chosen by the University of Pennsylvania for its famous Franklin Field track. The track is home to the Penn Relay event each spring. Rekortan has been the official track material of the university and Penn Relays since 1987. - July 01, 2015 - Advanced Polymer Technology
Demand for Hernon Manufacturing Tuffbond 302 Adhesive Grows with Electronics Industry
Central Florida adhesive and dispensing equipment manufacturer fills worldwide need for booming electronics manufacturing. - July 01, 2015 - Hernon Manufacturing
Clean Growth: Ceresana Publishes Second Market Report on Surfactants
Surfactants facilitate the removal of dirt and enable to finely mix water and oil. These surface active chemical substances are used in every household but also serve for numerous industrial applications. "In 2014, a worldwide turnover of 33.2 billion US$ was achieved with surfactants,"... - June 30, 2015 - Ceresana
Bayer MaterialScience LLC Announces National Sales Manager for Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) Business
Bayer MaterialScience LLC has appointed Jeremy Parker as the National Sales Manager for the spray polyurethane foam (SPF) insulation and roofing materials business. Parker has been with Bayer for six years, recently serving as an SPF regional account manager for the south central United States. In... - June 29, 2015 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
From the Himalayas to Death Valley, Pro Camera Operators Rely on Anton/Bauer® Batteries and Bayer MaterialScience LLC PC+ABS blend
When a once-in-a-lifetime photo or video stretches majestically in front of your camera lens, battery failure is not an option. That’s why from the Himalayas to Death Valley, professional camera operators rely on batteries from Anton/Bauer®, a brand of The Vitec Group, to power their... - June 26, 2015 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic Market - Global Industry Analysis to 2015 - 2021, by Persistence Market Research
Persistence Market Research Pvt. Ltd has released a new forthcoming report on "Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic Market: Global Industry Analysis and Forecast 2015 - 2021." - June 20, 2015 - Persistence Market Research
Global Home Care Chemical Market Worth US$ 21.1 billion by 2020, Says Persistence Market Research
The global home care chemicals market is mainly driven by factors such as mass urbanization, expanding middle class population, broadened product applications, growing demand for home care products in institutional and foodservice sectors and increasing awareness about health and hygiene. - June 14, 2015 - Persistence Market Research
Bayer Materialscience LLC Presents Prestigious Award During the International Bridge Conference®
A unique symbol of both cultural and environmental integrity, the Vimy Memorial Bridge represents a remarkable fusion of new structural innovations in a traditional heritage location. The bridge, spanning the Rideau Canal in Ottawa, Ontario, received the Gustav Lindenthal Medal at this year’s... - June 12, 2015 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Micromill SK is Building a European Dealer Network
The rapidly expanding polyethylene powder paint manufacturer sets eyes to new markets. - June 12, 2015 - Micromill SK
US Navy Veterans with Mesothelioma Who Were Exposed to Asbestos by a Reactor Are Urged to Call The Mesothelioma Victims Center for Facts About Compensation and Lawyers
The Mesothelioma Victims Center is urging diagnosed victims of mesothelioma who were exposed to asbestos while they served in the US Navy to call them to speak with the nation's most experienced compensation lawyers, especially if the Veteran worked around a reactor, or in a ship's engine room. - June 08, 2015 - Mesothelioma Victims Center
Persistence Market Research: Global Gas Leak Detector Market Will Grow US$ 3143.67 Mn by 2020
North America, Latin America, Eastern Europe and Western Europe together contributed 50% of the global gas leak detector market value in 2014. Whilst Asia Pacific excluding Japan contributed about 35%, making it the largest geographical segment in the global gas leak detector market. The Middle East and Africa gas leak detector market is projected to grow at promising CAGR of 6.27% during the forecast period. - June 04, 2015 - Persistence Market Research
Material and Process Advancements for Automotive Interiors from Bayer MaterialScience Help Automakers Create Individualized Experiences
Personalization is a significant trend in consumer design as people seek individualized experiences from the telephones in their pockets to the vehicles they drive. Automotive interior designers must feature improved functionality and an elegant, luxurious appearance. To appeal to consumers,... - June 04, 2015 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
3D Printing Materials that Cure with Light and Remain Water Soluble
Scientists at Bucktown Polymers have developed a new type of 3D printing material that cures rapidly when exposed to light yet remains water soluble after curing. The materials have interesting uses in additive manufacturing and casting since they change from a liquid into a solid using only light... - May 31, 2015 - Bucktown Polymers
Saudi Arabia PVC Market to Surpass USD892 Million by 2020 Says TechSci Research
Continuing growth in the construction industry coupled with favorable government policies to drive PVC market in Saudi Arabia. - May 30, 2015 - TechSci Research
Persistence Market Research - Geosynthetics Market - Global Industry Size, Share and Trends Analysis to 2020
Persistence Market Research Pvt. Ltd released a new forthcoming report on "Geosynthetics Market: Global Industry Analysis and Forecast 2014 - 2020." - May 23, 2015 - Persistence Market Research
Hernon Manufacturing, Inc. Receives Presidential Award for Export Successes
The President’s “E” Award is the highest recognition any U.S. entity can receive for making a significant contribution to the expansion of U.S. exports. - May 21, 2015 - Hernon Manufacturing
Polyurethane Insulation from Bayer MaterialScience Helps Building and Construction Industry Meet Performance and Sustainability Goals
Efficient insulation is a key component in reducing a structure’s energy consumption. Polyurethane insulation systems and technologies can help architects, specifiers, design professionals and other decision-makers meet their performance and sustainability goals. This was the subject of a... - May 18, 2015 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
JetView™ Latex Polycarbonate Film Now Available in Clear
Tekra has added a clear gloss/gloss product to their JetView Latex Inket line of products. - May 17, 2015 - Tekra, A Division of EIS, Inc.
Decision-Makers Rely on Diverse Bayer MaterialScience LLC Materials to Meet Building Goals
Architects work with engineers, contractors, building owners and other decision-makers to create functional, attractive and sustainable buildings. They also rely on materials suppliers to help achieve their building goals. For decades, Bayer MaterialScience LLC has been a leading supplier of... - May 15, 2015 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Beauty Made Possible with Baycusan® from Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Consumers hold their skin care, hair care and cosmetic products to high standards. They want the products they use to help them feel as beautiful as they can be. Baycusan® is a key ingredient for creating products that do just that. Baycusan® brand polyurethane dispersions from Bayer... - May 13, 2015 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
TEKLYNX Barcode Labeling Solutions Enable Compliance with New GHS Chemical Labeling Requirements
TEKLYNX International, the world’s leading developer of barcode labeling software solutions, is urging companies to work towards GHS labeling compliance. OSHA has made modifications to the Hazard Communication Standard to adopt the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). Effective June 1, 2015, all chemical manufacturers, importers, distributors and employers must ensure all labels and safety data sheets (SDSs) comply with the modified provisions. - May 12, 2015 - TEKLYNX International
Bayer MaterialScience LLC Appoints Glenn Kelly Director of Government Relations
Bayer MaterialScience LLC has named Glenn Kelly director of government relations. In this role, Kelly will lead the company’s federal and state government relations, advocacy and policy operations in Washington, D.C. “Kelly is a solid addition to this organization,” said Bayer... - May 11, 2015 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Polycarbonate Sheet from Bayer MaterialScience LLC Helps Make Rail Transit More Secure
Rail transit operation in Buenos Aires, Argentina, has always been an important topic. As an international metropolis, Buenos Aires needs functional and advanced mass transportation options. China South Locomotive manufactured a train that offers a ray of hope – its inter-city bullet... - May 08, 2015 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Security and ID Card Market Benefits from Bayer MaterialScience Polycarbonate Film
Forgery is a major challenge for ID card manufacturers. Bayer MaterialScience, one of the world’s leading suppliers of polycarbonate films for security and ID cards, offers a portfolio of polycarbonate films that makes it possible for card manufacturers to incorporate a wide range of security... - May 06, 2015 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Directcoating/Directskinning Technology from Bayer MaterialScience LLC Offers High-Quality Automotive Surfaces in One Step
Automotive OEMs and Tier suppliers are seeking new ways to efficiently produce parts with customizable color, texture and comfort for their customers. DirectCoating/DirectSkinning (DC/DS) technology from Bayer MaterialScience LLC is a one-step, combined molding process that can efficiently... - May 06, 2015 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
HERNON Manufacturing Celebrates Achievements, Releases Honors and Awards
Central Florida adhesive and dispensing equipment manufacturer looks back over past accomplishments as it renews its push toward future business. - May 05, 2015 - Hernon Manufacturing
Laminated Polycarbonate Composite Product from Bayer MaterialScience LLC Reinforces School District Entryway
School safety is now a common consideration for educational facilities throughout the country. Procedures are often in place to address potential threats and situations, and proactive precautions are taken. One Massachusetts school district employed tactics including locking facility doors and... - May 01, 2015 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
SMARTFormulator Unveils Next Generation of R&D and Production Management Software Enhancements at NYSCC Suppliers Day 2015
See the newest at NYSCC Suppliers Day show May 12/13 2015. SMARTFormulator announces next generation enhancements for the SMARTFormulator, SMARTMRP, and SMARTCost Estimator formulations management software suite. Software designed for small to midsize firms to manage Research & Development, Production, and Costing. - April 28, 2015 - Data-Biz: SMARTFormulator Division
HERNON President Amongst Experts Presenting at Florida Chamber International Days
Adhesive and dispensing equipment manufacturer provides expert insight on Florida’s position in the global marketplace at International Days conference. - April 18, 2015 - Hernon Manufacturing
Molecular Glasses™ Files Patents on Non-Crystallizable Pi-Conjugated Organic Semiconductors for OLED and Other Organic Electronic Devices and Photonics Applications
The new patent filings cover the preparation of ISOmeric™ molecular glass mixture compositions. The components of isomeric molecular glass mixtures have similar vapor pressure and can be coated by the traditional thermal evaporation process without material fractionation. - April 17, 2015 - Molecular Glasses
Global Paints and Coatings Market Will Grow at a CAGR of 5.5% During 2014 to 2020 - Persistence Market Research
Asia-Pacific leads the global paints and coatings market followed by Europe and North America. In developing countries of Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Eastern Europe and the Middle East, construction of new residential and commercial buildings is at boom and is expected to increase in coming future. Increasing population, growing urbanization and increase in average disposable income are some of the major drivers for the paints and coatings market. - April 10, 2015 - Persistence Market Research
Sign of the Times: Bayer MaterialScience LLC Polycarbonate Sheet Products for Eye-Catching Commercial Signage
In today’s competitive marketplace, companies are always looking for eye-catching ways to differentiate their businesses. Bayer MaterialScience LLC offers a range of polycarbonate sheets for a variety of signage applications that can help organizations do just that. Bayer’s broad... - April 09, 2015 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Affinity Life Sciences Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
Affinity Life Sciences, Inc. is proud to celebrate 10 successful years and looks forward to continued growth into the next decade and beyond. - April 01, 2015 - Affinity Life Sciences
HDPE Plastics on Growth Course: Ceresana Presents Third Market Report on High-Density Polyethylene
Milk bottles, water pipes, films or fireworks: High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is used for a wide range of products. The versatile plastic serves for example for the production of packaging and hollow bodies of all kinds, household goods but also technical parts and construction products. "In... - April 01, 2015 - Ceresana
The Basis for Polyester and Polyurethane: Ceresana Analyzes the Global Market for Toluene
Fuel additives or solvents, basis for polyurethane plastics or explosives: Toluene is used in a wide variety of applications. "The market volume is considerable," says Oliver Kutsch, CEO of the market research institute Ceresana: "In 2013 toluene worth US$24.5 billion was sold... - April 01, 2015 - Ceresana
Innovative Materials: Ceresana Analyzes the Global Market for Thermoplastic Elastomers
Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) are as elastic as rubber, but at the same time as easy to process as standard plastics. "TPE can be melted, repeatedly deformed, and recycled," explains Oliver Kutsch, CEO of the market research institute Ceresana. "Therefore, thermoplastic elastomers... - April 01, 2015 - Ceresana
Hydrogen Market is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of 3.5% and 5.6% Globally for Volume and Value Respectively from 2014 to 2020, Says Persistence Market Research
The report segments the hydrogen market on the basis of production and delivery (merchant and captive production), production process (steam reforming of coal, steam reforming of natural gases, partial oxidation of hydrocarbons, and electrolysis of water), and application (petroleum refinery, chemical production, food processing, pharmaceutical, metal processing and others). - March 22, 2015 - Persistence Market Research
Vortex Mixing Technology Rises to the Challenge for a Value Powder Mixer
With the development of the industry and consumer demand on the rise, high performance, efficient and complicated powder handling process technology is required by every manufacturer. While there are less labor costs, more automatic systems are appearing in factories. So, choosing the right, high... - March 19, 2015 - Vortex Mixing Technology Co., Ltd