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Leading Global Medical Device Manufacturer Utilizes Bayer MaterialScience Polycarbonate in Its Next-Generation Automated External Defibrillator
When seconds matter and can mean the difference between life and death, a safe, reliable and effective automated external defibrillator (AED) device is a must. AED manufacturers desire the same characteristics when choosing materials for their products. For this reason, Cardiac Science Corporation,... - February 15, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Arthroscopic Surgery “Goes with the Flow” Thanks to Bayer MaterialScience’s Polycarbonate and the Cannuflow EntreVu® EX
Patients undergoing hip or shoulder surgery may choose arthroscopic surgery, if their condition permits. While a less invasive procedure, arthroscopic surgery is not without its complications. For example, soft tissue fluid retention, or extravasation, is a common problem during... - February 14, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Lighting the Way for LED Innovation: Bayer MaterialScience in Award-Winning Bulb
If every American home replaced just one light bulb with a light bulb that's earned the ENERGY STAR, it would save enough energy to light 3 million homes for a year, save about $600 million in annual energy costs, and prevent 9 billion pounds of greenhouse gas emissions per year – equivalent... - February 14, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience’s Materials Help Bring Life-Saving Medical Devices to Market
Medical technology continues to advance by leaps and bounds. But bringing life-saving products to market requires more than medical breakthroughs: it also requires materials that can meet the rigorous challenges these applications demand. Bayer MaterialScience LLC offers grades of polycarbonate... - February 13, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience’s Polycarbonate Portfolio Helps Bring Innovative, Attractive and Energy-Efficient LED Lighting to Market
The lighting industry is always seeking to bring new, innovative, attractive and energy-efficient products to market. Bayer MaterialScience LLC’s portfolio of polycarbonate plastics, sheet and films, backed by outstanding technical expertise, helps lighting designers and OEMs do just... - February 13, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Composite Manhole Covers Utilizing Bayer MaterialScience Polyurethane Offer Numerous Benefits Over Traditional Cast-Iron Covers
GMI Composites’ manhole covers can slash weight by up to 83 percent. - February 11, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Governor Scott Congratulates Hernon Manufacturing on Growth and Job Creation
During his tour of the adhesives production facility in Sanford, Gov. Rick Scott congratulated the staff and the executives of the company on its growth. - February 06, 2013 - Hernon Manufacturing
Romeo RIM’s Heat-Resistant, High-Performance Bayer Polyurethane-Based Spa Cabinet Streamlines Assembly
When Dynasty Spas needed an attractive, cost-effective and durable material that also streamlined assembly, it turned to a spa cabinet solution from Romeo RIM, Inc. that utilizes a polyurethane system from Bayer MaterialScience LLC. An innovative manufacturing process was used to fabricate this one-piece-per-wall spa cabinet, including information about the production and processing advantages resulting from using the Bayer material instead of traditional synthetic materials. - February 04, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Intertronics New Partnership with Liquidyn Enhances High Performance Dispensing Applications
Intertronics have announced a new partnership with Liquidyn to enhance high performance dispensing applications. Flagship products are the P-Jet CT – a newly introduced high accuracy jetting valve for contactless dispensing of low to medium viscosity fluids plus the industry proven P-Dot pneumatic system for jet dispensing of dots, beads and lines of medium to high viscous chemicals. - February 02, 2013 - Intertronics
PURLoc™ Seawalls Provide Lightweight, Strong and Durable Waterfront Protection with Bayer MaterialScience Polyurethanes
Superstorm Sandy’s destruction was visible on the surface, yet under water the fierce storm also tore apart seawalls meant to protect the coast. In order to help protect thousands of miles of bulkheads, canals and waterfront homes from ever-more intense storms and rising tidal zones, newly... - February 01, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience Puts Its Polyurethane Composite Expertise on Display
From filament winding to long-fiber injection molding, polyurethanes can be processed in a variety of ways to meet the many needs of manufacturers serving a broad range of markets. Designers and OEMs in the appliance, automotive, construction, furniture and recreation industries routinely turn to... - January 30, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience Composites for Shipping Container Floors Contribute to Reduced Energy Use and Smaller Carbon Footprint
Composite flooring incorporating Bayer’s polyurethane is a light weight alternative to traditional materials. - January 28, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience High-Performance Industrial Coatings Expand Into the Architectural Coatings Market
Historically, high-performance industrial coatings were used to protect large-scale infrastructure. The coatings safeguarded elements, such as bridges and industrial concrete floors, from corrosion, abrasion and chemicals. Now the architectural coatings market is demanding more sustainable... - January 25, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience Purchases Land Adjacent to Its South Deerfield Site
Bayer MaterialScience LLC today announced it has completed the purchase of nearly 11 acres of land located directly adjacent to its South Deerfield Site. This investment in additional land demonstrates Bayer’s commitment to the Functional Films NAFTA business and allows for future expansion... - January 24, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience Honored by Johnson Controls as Industry Leader in Sustainability
Due to its longstanding commitment to sustainability, Bayer MaterialScience LLC recently received the Johnson Controls Sustainability Leadership Performance Award. Johnson Controls – a global industrial leader – recognizes its top-performing suppliers annually for achievements in... - January 16, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience Bolsters Cosmetics Team with New Sales Specialist
Bayer MaterialScience LLC expands its North America Coatings, Adhesives and Specialties (CAS) cosmetics team with the addition of Dana Smith as senior technical sales specialist for the Baycusan® product line. Smith will manage Baycusan sales for cosmetics customers in the New York and New... - January 14, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience’s Protective Facade Certified for U.S. Department of State Buildings
Hygard® Sentinel high-performance blast-protection facade passes stringent ballistic and forced-entry resistance tests. - January 11, 2013 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
HVAC Armor Coatings Will Debut Highly Anticipated Building Energy Efficiency Technology Product at the AHR Expo in Dallas on January 28th
HVAC Armor, Energy Efficiency Engineers in partnership with the global chemical coatings giant HEMPEL, will debut new US-Made coatings that rejuvenate and stop degradation of mechanical equipment due to corrosion at the AHR Expo 2013. - January 10, 2013 - HVAC Armor
World's 1st Wipe-On Nanocoating to Exceed Automotive OEM Specs
Imagine for a moment a world where automotive plastics never fade, a self-cleaning wheel that resists brake dust, a self-cleaning tire that looks new for life, or a fiberglass boat that resists fading for life. These and other amazing benefits are now possible due to 10 years of research &... - January 03, 2013 - Nanovere Technologies, LLC.
Chesapeake Bay Coatings Awarded GSA Purchasing Contract
Baltimore based specialists for a broad range of coatings solutions, Chesapeake Bay Coatings have recently announced that the company has just been awarded a GSA GS-21F-005AA purchasing contract. This contract permits government entities to purchase paints directly from the company and their... - December 19, 2012 - Chesapeake Bay Coatings
Bayer MaterialScience Strengthens Coatings, Adhesives and Specialties Business Unit with New Appointment
Bayer MaterialScience LLC has appointed James Charron head of application development, North America, for its Coatings, Adhesives and Specialties (CAS) business unit. In this role, Charron will lead development activities across CAS technologies in the North America region, and coordinate regional... - December 14, 2012 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Hernon Manufacturing Hires Marketing Coordinator
On Monday, Hernon Manufacturing welcomed Gargi Bhola to its team as Marketing Coordinator. - December 13, 2012 - Hernon Manufacturing
Vision Garage Announces Release of New Quartz Line and Concrete Stain
Complete Vision Flooring, Inc. is happy to announce a complete new lines of concrete stains, and quartz flooring to go along with epoxy products. You can view Complete Vision Flooring products at VisionGarageFlooring.com. - December 11, 2012 - Complete Vision Flooring, Inc.
Down to Earth and Up to the Sky – Bayer MaterialScience's Autumn Color Offerings Span the Distance
Transitioning from the bright shades of spring and the vibrant hues of summer, Bayer MaterialScience LLC’s autumn crop of colors maintains the optimism of the brighter shades, but with softer tones. Capitalizing on today’s ongoing trend of increased consumer desire for color in... - December 06, 2012 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Hernon Manufacturing Receives Approval for ReAct 784 for IAI Use from Haas TCM
As a replacement for an obsolete adhesive, Hernon’s ReAct 784, a structural adhesive has been approved by Haas TCM for the IAI as a replacement for aviation applications. - November 28, 2012 - Hernon Manufacturing
Hernon Manufacturing’s Pipe Sealant Approved by TerraCair for DEF Equipment Suppliers List
Dripstop® 940, a containment-free anaerobic pipe sealant, has been added to TerraCairs’ list of approved DEF Equipment Suppliers who are compliant for use with DEF. - November 28, 2012 - Hernon Manufacturing
Hernon Manufacturing Announces Acceptance to the Petroleum Equipment Institutes’ Association
As a manufacturer of Dripstop® 940, an anaerobic pipe sealant, which has been validated DEF compatible, Hernon Manufacturing has been accepted into the PEI Association. - November 28, 2012 - Hernon Manufacturing
Novagard Solutions Announces GM MATSPC Approval
Novagard Solutions has announced today that General Motors has listed Foam Seal 60 A Automotive PVC foam on their GM Material File (MATSPC) for the GMW15473 Type II Class II specification. - November 19, 2012 - Novagard Solutions
Bayer MaterialScience's Materials Contribute to Enhanced Styling, Reduced Vehicle Weight
Plastics and adhesives are playing an increasing role in helping automakers reduce weight and enhance vehicle aesthetics inside and out. Bayer’s diverse portfolio of lightweight materials and technologies can be used in numerous automotive applications, including composite underbodies, roof... - November 19, 2012 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
New High Temperature Resistance Polyimide Adhesives Now from Intertronics
Intertronics introduce the Polytec PT range of state-of-the-art polyimide adhesives with applications in the areas of semiconductors, photovoltaics, sensors, fibre optics and general electronics. - November 18, 2012 - Intertronics
Secure Site Design: Bayer MaterialScience Blast-Protection Solution for Building Facades Protects Critical Facilities and Personnel
High-performance Hygard® Sentinel protective facade incorporating transparent polymer laminate and innovative energy absorbers significantly reduces blast forces to buildings. - November 12, 2012 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Custom Cerakote High Temperature Ceramic Coatings Displayed at 2012 SEMA Show
Cerakote Ceramic Coatings were on display at the 2012 SEMA Show showcasing world leading protection and complete customization. - November 09, 2012 - NIC Industries, Inc.
BASF is Honored by Habitat for Humanity
BASF Named 2012 Sponsor of the Year by Habitat for Humanity - November 09, 2012 - BASF Corporation
Hernon Manufacturing Welcomes Western United States Salesperson
Recently, Hernon Manufacturing welcomed Scot Srodes to the Hernon Manufacturing family to enhance their sales and support teams. - November 09, 2012 - Hernon Manufacturing
Hernon Manufacturing Unveils Shotgun Ammunition Sealing Machine
Hernon Manufacturing representatives will be attending the 2013 SHOT Show to educate conference attendees about its Shotgun Ammunition Sealing Machine and other eco-friendly ammunition sealants and dispensing equipment. - November 07, 2012 - Hernon Manufacturing
Bayer Materialscience's Spray Polyurethane Foam Accreditation Wins Gold
Bayer employees awarded best paper award at CPI’s Polyurethane Technical Conference. - November 07, 2012 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Aculon Announced as Winner of Nano-Scale Coatings New Product Innovation Award
Aculon, Inc., a leading nanotechnology enabled performance coatings company, today announced that it had been awarded the Nano-Scale Performance Coatings New Product Innovation Award by a leading US based Business Research organization. The Nano-Scale Performance Coatings New Product Innovation... - November 03, 2012 - Aculon Inc
New High Performance Thermally Conductive Epoxy Adhesives from Intertronics
High power electronics demand high thermal conduction of adhesives – like the Polytec PT from Intertronics which is designed for applications where heat transfer is essential, including chip bonding, heat sink bonding, LED assembly and power semiconductor packaging. - November 01, 2012 - Intertronics
BASF Donates $1,000 to Penrickton Center for Blind Children
BASF Wyandotte donates to Penrickton Center for Blind Children, located in Taylor, Michigan. - October 27, 2012 - BASF Corporation
Bayer MaterialScience's Baytown Plant Earns "Best in Texas" Safety Award
Employees’ safety excellence honored by Texas Chemical Council and Association of Chemical Industry of Texas. - October 25, 2012 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
New Medical Device Adhesive Guides from Intertronics
New Medical Device Adhesive Guides from Intertronics focus on Needle Bonding and Catheter Assembly. These guides are intended to help device manufacturers choose the appropriate adhesive and compatible dispensing and curing equipment. - October 25, 2012 - Intertronics
Hernon Manufacturing Educates Attendees of PEI Convention About DEF Compatible Thread Sealant
Hernon Manufacturing representatives attended the 2012 PEI Convention to educate the industry about its validated DEF compatible anaerobic pipe sealant called Dripstop® 940. Testing confirmed that Dripstop® 940 was containment free to ISO-22241 standards and therefore compatible for DEF technology. - October 24, 2012 - Hernon Manufacturing
Bayer Materialscience's "Open Innovation" Opens a World of Possibilities for New Business Development
Companies must constantly innovate – in products, technologies and thinking – to meet the ever-changing needs of markets and customers. Bayer MaterialScience LLC has incorporated “open innovation” into its strategy to encourage and facilitate new product development. Bayer... - October 23, 2012 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Cerakote High Temperature Ceramic Coating Hits the Road
Cerakote High Temperature Ceramic Coatings will be at SEMA Show 2012 and FabTech 2012. - October 20, 2012 - NIC Industries, Inc.
Mixing It Up: Bayer MaterialScience Polyurethanes Help Toughen Up Epoxy Adhesives
Commercial epoxy adhesives are prone to brittleness. However, research shows that adding polyurethanes to an epoxy resin creates a tougher, more durable adhesive. The mixture capitalizes on polyurethane’s toughness, and the resulting hybrid adhesive reduces the brittleness to which... - October 18, 2012 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Two-Component Polyurethane System from Bayer MaterialScience Evolves to Help Customers Solve Materials and Design Challenges
The inherent versatility of polyurethane chemistry has helped make it the material of choice for innovative products in diverse markets for decades. As a leading manufacturer of polyurethane raw materials and polyurethane systems, Bayer MaterialScience LLC remains on the cutting edge... refining... - October 16, 2012 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Chesapeake Bay Coatings Introduce New Products to Selection of Steel Coatings
Baltimore, MD based coatings manufacturers Chesapeake Bay Coatings has recently announced that the company has added a new selection of steel coatings to their current catalogue. The company’s new solutions are designed to ensure that structural steel is exceptionally durable and... - October 14, 2012 - Chesapeake Bay Coatings
Bayer MaterialScience and Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance Collaboration: Life Cycle Assessment Quantifies Benefits of Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation in Residential
Now more than ever, the building and construction industry is considering the sustainability of the materials used in residential and commercial structures. A life cycle assessment (LCA) of spray polyurethane foam (SPF) insulation is a useful approach that improves the understanding of... - October 03, 2012 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Intertronics – Getting the Needle Right
Dispensing experts Intertronics offer engineers the Fisnar FIS DCK500 Dispensing Component Kit which contains a wide mix of needles, barrels and plungers and evaluation and test. Get one free with all their bestselling dispensing controllers. - September 28, 2012 - Intertronics
Bayer MaterialScience Use-Phase Benefits of Polyurethane and Polyisocyanurate Insulation Essential for Evaluating Environmental Impacts
The Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) has emerged as an essential tool for evaluating environmental impacts associated with products used in the building and construction industry. The LCA technique involves quantifying and interpreting energy and material resource inputs along with the environmental... - September 27, 2012 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC