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New Bayer MaterialScience Polycarbonate Blend Packs a Protective Punch
Increased chemical resistance helps combat risk of hospital-acquired infections - February 13, 2014 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Quick Fix: Bone Fixation Device Utilizing High-Strength, Biocompatible Polycarbonate from Bayer Materialscience Helps Speed Patient Recovery
Medical device manufacturers are developing products that are less invasive, contribute to faster medical procedures and help speed patient recovery. To accomplish this, they are increasingly utilizing advanced, biocompatible thermoplastics in their medical devices. The Super Staple™... - February 13, 2014 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
High-Performance Polyurethane Coatings from Bayer MaterialScience Offer Numerous Advantages
Helping ensure workers maintain a safe and healthy work environment is among the key benefits of proper handling and use of polyurethane coatings. - February 12, 2014 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Just What the Doctor Ordered: Advanced Materials from Bayer MaterialScience Play Important Role in Bringing Lifesaving Medical Solutions to Market
Today, more than ever, people seem to always be on the move… reluctant to slow down, even when medical treatment is needed. Medical device original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) recognize this by developing products that will help patients get back on their feet more quickly, and by... - February 12, 2014 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
New Bayer MaterialScience LLC 2K Polyurethane Coating Formulations Withstand Harsh Conditions
Durable, high-performance coatings well-suited to pipeline applications - February 10, 2014 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Talk of the Town: Residential Garage Floor with Bayer Materialscience High Durability Polyaspartic Coating Has Neighbors Talking
Durable, aesthetically pleasing floor finishes with ultra-low VOCs offer minimal downtime and faster return to service - February 10, 2014 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
ResTech Plastic Molding Announces Acquisition of Northeast Mold & Plastics to Expand Customer Care Expertise for Advanced Plastic Molding Solutions
Northeastern U.S. Largest Installed Two-Shot Molding Machine Base Will Drive Technology Strategy - February 06, 2014 - ResTech Plastic Molding
Worry-free Charging on the Road or at Home with Bayer MaterialScience and ChargePoint’s CT4021 Bollard Dual Charging Station
Charging station features impact-resistant, flame retardant Makrolon® polycarbonate grades from Bayer - January 30, 2014 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
CPFD Software, LLC, Partners with CEI, Inc. to Deliver Interactive CFD Post Processing and Visualization for Virtual Reactors
The innovative combination of unique CAE simulation software with specialized visualization technology has now enabled engineers to visualize and analyze data from computational particle-fluid dynamic simulations of commercial-scale oil refinery "cat crackers," chemicals production reactors, and coal power generation units to dramatically improve these units’ efficiency, increase reliability, and even to cost-effectively reduce emissions of SOx and NOx. - January 29, 2014 - CPFD Software, LLC
Mega Engineering Services Offers Lightweight Fiberglass Ladders
Mega Engineering Group Introduces fiberglass ladders up to 12% lighter weight than standard ladders for commercial use. - January 22, 2014 - Mega Engineering Services
Bayer MaterialScience LLC Appoints New Territory Business Manager for Polycarbonate Sheet in the Mid-Central Region
Bayer MaterialScience LLC appoints Anthony “AJ” Durso territory business manager for the Mid-central region. In his new role, Durso is responsible for managing and executing the field sales activity for Makrolon® polycarbonate sheet products in this region, which encompasses Ohio,... - December 23, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
FDA, USP Class VI and Bfr Certified Silicone Hoses at Venair®’s Upcoming Exhibitions
Venair, a lead manufacturer of silicone hoses, will be featuring its new products in worldwide exhibitions in 2014. - December 18, 2013 - Venair
Increased Investments in Polyether Polyols Facilities Reinforce Bayer MaterialScience’s Commitment to Polyurethane Market, Site Facilities
Bayer MaterialScience is committed to the growth of the polyurethane industry in the North American and global markets. Bayer’s investment strategy for its South Charleston, W.Va., and Channelview, Texas, facilities reinforces this commitment. Both sites produce polyether polyols – a... - December 06, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Window System with Polycarbonate Sheet from Bayer MaterialScience Contributes to 25 Percent Reduction in Heating Load at Reno High School
Makrolon® polycarbonate sheet and Versatile WindowTM system increases energy efficiency and improves daylighting and functionality for school facilities. - November 25, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Polyaspartic Coatings from Bayer MaterialScience Demonstrate Productivity-Enhancing Rapid Cure and Long-Lasting Durability in Real-World Applications
Building and construction professionals want coatings that protect substrates such as metal and concrete without a time-consuming drying process that delays fabrication schedules. Rapid-curing polyaspartic coatings using Bayer MaterialScience LLC raw materials provide increased productivity while... - November 22, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Residential Garage Floor with Polyaspartic Coating from Bayer MaterialScience Has Neighbors Talking
Case study demonstrates durable, aesthetically pleasing floor finishes with ultra-low VOCs, minimal downtime and faster return to service. - November 22, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
The Latest Innovation Under the Sun: Polyurethane Composites Utilizing Bayer MaterialScience Materials Contribute to Award-Winning Solar Solution
Lightweight, weatherable and non-conductive properties make polyurethane composites the ideal choice for frame of photovoltaic mobile electric generator. - November 21, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience’s Participation in EEB Hub Underscores Company’s Long-Standing Commitment to Sustainable Construction
Bayer MaterialScience LLC is a key supplier to the building and construction industry, offering a broad portfolio of sustainable, high-performance materials and technologies. Through its participation in the Energy Efficient Buildings (EEB) Hub, Bayer continues its commitment to help address the... - November 21, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience's Building Solutions – a Hub of Material Technologies for Sustainable Construction
Sustainable construction requires careful planning and design. It also requires high-performance materials capable of transforming blueprint concepts into shovel-ready projects. With diverse applications that utilize the company’s plastics and polyurethanes, coatings and sealants raw... - November 20, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Virtually Unbreakable Makrolon Polycarbonate Sheet from Bayer MaterialScience Provides Economical Solution to School Safety Challenges
Bayer MaterialScience LLC and members of the Safe on Site Consortium focus on safe school environments. - November 18, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Protective MacBook Covers Are the Perfect Fit with Bayer MaterialScience
Bayer’s high-flow polycarbonate, noted for its high degree of impact strength and long-term flexibility, contributes to durable, sleek case design. - November 07, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Polycarbonate Sheet Technologies from Bayer MaterialScience: Secure Solutions for New and Retrofitted Buildings
Attractive and economical solutions for building security and protection. - November 06, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
One-Step Molding Process Combines Customizable Color, Texture & Comfort at Bayer MaterialScience
In response to growing market demand for a one-step, combined molding process that can efficiently produce parts with customizable color, texture and comfort, Bayer MaterialScience LLC is opening a DirectCoating/DirectSkinning (DC/DS) technology cell at its Pittsburgh headquarters. The DC/DS... - October 31, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Art Imitating Life: Acclaimed Artist Selects Bayer MaterialScience Plastic Sheet and Film for Art Installation
Call it a case of art imitating life. For residential and commercial LED applications, original equipment manufacturers frequently turn to polycarbonate for its clarity, toughness, good light transmission and light weight. Now, these same properties have led acclaimed artist Danial Nord to utilize... - October 28, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience Bridging the Gap: Polyurethane Sealant Reduces Airflow by 25 Percent, Leads to Significant Energy Savings
Life cycle assessment shows the multiple benefits of using polyurethane sealant to seal gaps in a residential home - October 24, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience Appoints New Western Regional Manager for Makrolon Polycarbonate Sheet Products
Bayer MaterialScience LLC announces the appointment of Brian Heine as western regional manager for Makrolon® polycarbonate sheet products. In this role, he will support the sales and marketing team, with a focus on customer relations and business development. A Missouri native, Heine brings... - October 16, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer’s Transparent Polycarbonate Lights the Way to Greater Design Freedom for Innovative LED Lighting Component
Manufacturers are responding to the increasing demand for energy-efficient light emitting diode fixtures with a larger selection of high-quality LED lighting options. The Line-Voltage Linear LED Engine application offered by TerraLUX Illumination uses Bayer MaterialScience's Makrolon® FR7087 polycarbonate, a medium-viscosity, easy-release grade of Bayer MaterialScience’s signature Makrolon polycarbonate for the product’s lens. - September 30, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer Plastic Sheet Designed to Meet Rail Passengers' & Industry Needs
Bayer MaterialScience LLC designed polycarbonate sheet products to meet rail passengers' expectations of comfort and safety, as well as passenger rail car manufacturers' demands for cost-effective and fabrication-friendly materials. - September 27, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience’s Low-VOC Waterborne Technology Enables Primer Coating with Excellent Adhesion
Bayer MaterialScience LLC has developed a waterborne primer technology in response to market demand for coatings that comply with more stringent VOC regulations and also provide the same high-performance properties as solventborne coatings, while maintaining the versatility to coat different substrates. - September 27, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Continuous Improvement: Bayer MaterialScience PIR Insulation Uses Alternative Blowing Agent, Meets Key Flammability Requirement for Continuous Insulation
Residential and commercial building and construction professionals are seeking more choices for continuous insulation materials that not only improve energy efficiency but also meet stringent building code requirements for flammability. Ecomate®, a halogen-free blowing agent sold under license... - September 26, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
When Every Ounce Counts: Bayer MaterialScience Polyurethane Technology Produces Lightweight Parts, Offers More Efficient Manufacturing Process
Increasingly stringent fuel standards are motivating the automotive industry to focus on reducing the weight of vehicle components and, ultimately, improving energy efficiency while still offering style and comfort. Automakers and automotive suppliers are also keenly interested in the most... - September 16, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Brawn is Beautiful: Bayer MaterialScience Polycarbonate Glazing – A Light Weight, Secure and Aesthetically Pleasing Solution for Architectural Applications
Building owners and architectural material specifiers are seeking a material that not only provides the daylighting building owners want but also the security protection they need. Increasingly, they are turning to polycarbonate glazing as a material of choice. Bayer MaterialScience LLC’s... - August 29, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
New Nylon 6,6 Overmolding Grade of TPE Now Available from Star Thermoplastic
A new overmolding grade of TPE, developed expressly for nylon 6,6, is now available from Star Thermoplastic Alloys & Rubbers, Inc. - August 02, 2013 - Star Thermoplastic Alloys & Rubbers, Inc.
Bayer MaterialScience’s Makrofol® ID Superlaser™ Film Saves Time and Money, Reduces Laser-Induced Bubbling
Film wins 2013 Élan Innovation Award. - July 12, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
MRC Polymers Celebrates Recycling Partnership with Disability Training Agency, Little Friends Inc.
On June 19, Chicago recycler MRC Polymers celebrated their 5th year in partnership with Spectrum Vocational Training Agency, part of Little Friends Inc. The two firms established an economical partnership that helps MRC recycle land-fill bound plastic while providing meaningful work for adults with developmental disabilities. - July 12, 2013 - MRC Polymers
Solar Impulse Completes Across America Flight at JFK International Airport--Next Stop: Around the World in 2015 with the Help of Bayer MaterialScience
Bayer materials and expertise contribute to ultra-lightweight plane’s mission; Pilots to meet some of New York City’s disadvantaged kids, country’s next generation of potential innovators - July 10, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience Setting the Standard for Spray Polyurethane Foam Applicators
Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance and Bayer MaterialScience LLC will elevate industry efforts in applicator training and certification. - June 27, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
High-Durability Wall Paint Technology from Bayer MaterialScience Leads the Migration from Industrial to Architectural Applications
Coatings providing low odor, durability and pleasing aesthetics are sought after for commercial, healthcare and architectural applications. A new high-durability (HD) waterborne polyurethane coatings technology from Bayer MaterialScience LLC now enables architects to specify paints that meet all of... - June 24, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience's Building Solutions and Formulation Expertise for Sustainable Performance Prove That "Materials Matter"
Architects work with stakeholders – such as building owners and government – to create functional, attractive and increasingly sustainable buildings. They also rely on materials suppliers to help them achieve their building goals. Bayer MaterialScience LLC is a go-to supplier of... - June 24, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience LLC Presents Prestigious Award During the International Bridge Conference
Celebrating engineering and design success: Deh Cho Bridge project wins Gustav Lindenthal Medal. - June 10, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience Appoints Christine Bryant Head of Commercial Operations for Coatings, Adhesives & Specialties Business Unit
Christine Bryant has been appointed head, Commercial Operations, for Bayer MaterialScience LLC’s Coatings, Adhesives & Specialties (CAS) business unit for the NAFTA region. In her new role, Bryant joins the CAS global leadership team with responsibility for sales, marketing and product... - May 23, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Car Windshields for 2013 NASCAR Racing Season Utilize Bayer Polycarbonate Sheet
Superior optical quality gives Bayer’s polycarbonate sheet the inside track. - May 09, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience to Sell Polyester Resins Businesses to Stepan
Bayer MaterialScience LLC has agreed to sell its global powder polyester resins business and its U.S.-based liquid polyester resins merchant business to Stepan Company of Northfield, Ill. The sale is scheduled to be completed by June 1. Financial terms were not disclosed. Both Bayer businesses are... - May 02, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience and ViviTouch Electroactive Polymers Offer Touching Experience
By providing effects that evoke sensations as diverse as a rolling pinball, running engine or human heartbeat in the palm of your hand or bring rich, full-bodied sounds to your ears just like you were experiencing it live, ViviTouch® technology is changing how consumers experience their... - April 29, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience LLC Comparison of Polycarbonate and Copolyester Resins Reveals How Physical Properties Affect Moldability
Both physical properties and processability play key roles when injection-molded parts are mass produced. When producing medical parts, a consistent, high degree of accuracy is also vital. It is relatively simple to adjust a process to account for differences in molecular weight once that process... - April 29, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience Polycarbonate Materials: Illuminating Options for Architectural and Commercial Lighting
As lighting technology and design continue to advance, lighting professionals are seeking materials that meet rigorous technical specifications and appeal to the eye. Bayer MaterialScience LLC offers architects, designers, engineers and other lighting professionals diverse solutions to emerging... - April 24, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience One-Component and Two-Component Polyurethane Sealants – Composition, Advantages and Uses
Although the terms “caulk” and “sealant” are often used interchangeably, they have fundamental differences. Caulks are used to fill a gap or crack and do not allow a lot of movement, while polyurethane sealants are more flexible and function as a barrier to water, air or... - April 22, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience Adhesives Formulated with Polyurethane Dispersions Offer Performance Advantages for a Broad Range of Applications
While polyurethane dispersions (PUDs) can be used to formulate both coatings and adhesives, they present some distinct advantages for adhesives. Adhesives formulated with PUDs are well suited to applications in a number of different markets – from footwear to automotive. Polyurethane... - April 22, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience’s Reinstadtler Elected President of Polyurea Development Association
Steven Reinstadtler, industrial marketing manager – coatings for construction, Bayer MaterialScience LLC, has been elected President of the Polyurea Development Association (PDA). He will officially begin his one-year term during the association’s annual conference, April 15-17, in Las... - April 17, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
All Signs Point to Bayer MaterialScience as a Leading Supplier of Polycarbonate Sheet for Channel Letters and Other Signage Applications
On building exteriors and inside malls across America, businesses are using channel letters to attract attention and set themselves apart from the competition. When it comes to selecting a plastic sheet material that can meet the rigorous requirements of channel letters and other thermoformed... - April 08, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC