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Haier repeat order confirms Cannon V.A.I. a preferred method for the production of energy-efficient domestic refrigerators

Haier, a leader in cold appliances, is currently using with success its second 16-fixture Cannon foaming and polymerisation line for domestic refrigerators, featuring the Vacuum-Assisted Injection (V.A.I.) method, in its Qingdao factory. According to Cannon, Haier’s repeat purchase of a V.A.I. foaming equipment reinforces the commercial success of this innovative technology, industrially launched in September 2011.

Halogen-free flame retardant technology from Dow can help enable top Euroclass fire rating

Building on its strength in material science, Dow introduces to the European construction marketplace the Voratherm CN 100 series featuring a halogen-free flame retardant technology and up to B-s1, d0 Euroclass fire-rating.

SAUDI ARABIA: KACST research discovers new class of industrial polymers

A Research and Development (R&D) team at King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) has discovered a new class of industrial polymers which could deliver cheaper, lighter, stronger and recyclable materials ideal for electronics, aerospace, airline and automotive industries.

Focus on energy consumption for PU machines

Blue Intelligence – under this name, Hennecke says it has brought together the measures required for energy saving and reducing CO2 emissions for foaming machines. The focus is on the optimised management of machine readiness and state-of-the-art injector technology with a high level of efficiency.

Dow Automotive Systems to launch amine emission free PU foam solution for interior applications

Dow Automotive Systems announced the launch of what it said is the “the first truly viable amine emission free PU foam solution for interior applications”. This technology can enable automotive seat pad foamers to meet the most stringent industry requirements such as the German OEMs specifications (Daimler, Audi/VW, BMW) including ultra -low emissions together with good physical and mechanical properties combined with ageing and processing advantages. The new development has already been tested and validated in an industrial setting by Faurecia at their foam production facility in Magny-Vernois, France.

Cannon to highlight processing technologies for PU and composites at Fakuma 2014

The 23rd edition of Fakuma – the International trade fair for plastics processing taking place in Friedrichshafen, Germany, since more than 30 years – will be held from 14 – 18 October 2014. The twelve halls of the Friedrichshafen Exhibition Centre on Lake Constance are fully booked out, with 1,288 exhibitors from 32 countries. Cannon will be present as usual at this important event with its stand 1434 in hall 1, managed by Cannon Deutschland.

Rim Polymers to exhibit at Utech Asia 2014

The polyurethane equipment and plant manufacturer, Rim Polymers Industries Pte Ltd will be exhibiting at the Utech Asia, stand N2-112, held from 3 – 5 September 2014 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Shanghai, China.

PU materials for modern wound treatment and medical packaging

Bayer MaterialScience offers a wide range of thermoplastic polyurethane films and polyurethane-based adhesives and foams formulated to meet the rigorous requirements of today's medical device and healthcare markets. The company recently highlighted its materials for this market at MD&M East 2014, the East Coast's largest medical technology event, held from 10 – 12 June 2014 in New York City.

A novel PU foam manufacturing process with reduced isocyanate content

The aim of the research project FreeFoam is to evaluate a new technique that could reduce the exposure of workers to isocyanates during PU foam manufacturing through lowering the concentration of free isocyanate and reducing their emission to the atmosphere.

Dispersant for solventborne pigment dispersions

Evonik Industries has launched Tego Dispers 690, designed specifically for solventborne printing inks used in food packaging.

Significantly lower energy consumption in chemical production

Bayer MaterialScience announced it will in the future need far less energy for the majority of its global production. This is being made possible by a home-grown energy management system.

Kraton introduces new HSBCs

Kraton recently introduced two new hydrogenated styrenic block copolymers: MD6951 and MD1648 are said to present a unique balance of high elasticity, extraordinary tensile strength and exceptional lower melt viscosity.

TPE for protective caps

Pöppelmann uses a thermoplastic elastomer for the manufacture of a news series of protective caps. These caps, recently introduced at the Hannover Messe fair in April, protect hose and pipe ends, shafts and threaded bolts from dirt and damage when stored or transported as well as during post-treatment and assembly.

New TPE range for floor mats

Elastron has introduced new TPE compounds for the cost-effective production of lightweight automotive floor mats. The grades are designed to comply with the most stringent OEM standards regarding low odour and low fogging.

Rampf to present system solutions for the lighting industry at GILE 2014

Rampf is showcasing its system solutions for the lighting industry as well as its new range of RTI resins at the Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition (GILE) 2014, hall 3.2, stand E12, from 9 – 12 June 2014 at the China Import and Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou.

Invista’s latest Terrin polyol offering completes TSCA registration

After introducing the Terrin polyols brand to the market in 2013, Invista recently manufactured the first commercial batch of Terrin 170 polyol at its facility in Wilmington, NC, USA, completing TSCA registration for the entire Terrin polyol family and placing it on the U.S. Chemical Inventory.

Haltermann to promote pentanes at Utech North America 2014

Haltermann GmbH, a member of the H•C•S Group, will exhibit at Utech North America, stand 153, from 4 – 5 June 2014 at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, USA.

Cannon to exhibit at Utech North America 2014

The Cannon Group will be present at Utech North America, stand 218, from 4 – 5 June 2014 at the Charlotte Convention Centre in Charlotte, NC, USA. Present in the USA since 1977 with a manufacturing unit located in Cranberry Twp, PA, Cannon says it has always spent great efforts and a significant attention towards this fundamental market.

Perstorp investing in caprolactone technology for the PU market

The Perstorp group will be focusing on its innovative caprolactone product range for the PU market at stand 165 at Utech North America from 4 – 5 June 2014 in Charlotte, NC, USA.

Novomer announces commercial launch of Converge PPC polyols

Novomer Inc. in Waltham, MA, USA, has announced the commercial introduction of Converge polypropylene carbonate (PPC) polyols for use in polyurethane formulations targeted at adhesives, coatings, sealants, elastomers, as well as rigid and flexible foams. The company’s initial product offerings – 1000 and 2000 molecular weight grades – are manufactured at a multi-thousand-tonne commercial-scale toll facility in Houston, TX, USA.

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