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. First BASF Plant Science biotechnology agreement in China
This is a first for BASF Plant Science group with China in biotechnology focusing on increasing yield in staple crops such as corn, soybeans and rice. 2008-01-31

. Cessna Aircraft Completes Wing Mate on First Citation CJ4
Cessna Aircraft Company has completed wing mate on the first Citation CJ4 business jet which is due to make its first journery later this year. 2008-01-31

. ELAU servo solutions Stable feedback loops
The behavior of a servo drive after optimization with AutoTune from ELAU makes the feedback loop optimization and commissioning both faster and simpler. 2008-01-31

. Thermoplastic polyurethane for hand tools ensures a tight grip
Desmopan thermoplastic polyurethane is an increasingly popular material when it comes to giving hand tools a hard wearing, high quality, easy to grip surface. 2008-01-31

. Thor Pot packaging enhances co-op strength in soup
The Co-operative group is using the renowned Thor Pot from RPC Containers Blackburn to provide high quality packaging for its best selling range of chilled fresh soups. 2008-01-31

. INEOS acquisition of Hydro Polymers is a go
INEOS Group confirms that it has received unconditional clearance from the European Commission for the purchase of Hydro Polymers. 2008-01-31

. Evonik Expands Plasticizers Capacity for PVC Production
Evonik expands plasticizers alcohol capacity in Marl, which are used as starting materials for transforming brittle PVC into a flexible material. 2008-01-30




. Homogeneous catalysts from Evonik now available from Sigma-Aldrich for research
Evonik Industries announces that Sigma-Aldrich will offer homogeneous catalysts for research from the Evonik catASium and catCXium product families. 2008-01-30

. Aircraft cabin interior products biz B E Aerospace new contract with Airbus
Airbus selects B E Aerospace, a manufacturer of aircraft cabin interior products, to supply passenger and crew oxygen systems for new A350 XWB. 2008-01-30

. BASF reorganizes its Euro masterbatch biz for plastics processors
BASF masterbatch specialists for coloring a wide variety of products made from plastics will operate under the new name BASF Color Solutions. 2008-01-30



. Agfa Graphics to close down equipment factory
Agfa Graphics announces that it plans to stop the development and production of computer-to-plate equipment in Wilmington, MA, USA. 2008-01-29

. New GLS thermoplastic elastomers for medical devices
GLS Corporation announces new thermoplastic elastomers formulation for the medical industry that are free of phthalate based plasticizers. 2008-01-29

. SABIC Innovative Plastics PC resin helps healthcare devices
New hemodialysis blood pump from Renal Solutions features a polycarbonate resin from SABIC Innovative Plastics that helps the mechanical and physical needs of the device. 2008-01-29

. ExxonMobil Chemical introduces new grades of thermoplastic vulcanizates
ExxonMobil Chemical has introduced new grades of Santoprene thermoplastic vulcanizates that bond with nylon in cold insert over-molding applications. 2008-01-29

. Mikron Machining and Assembly Technology divisions improve earnings
The Mikron Group, a specialist in the production of machining and assembly systems, continues to grow with orders and sales exceeding expectations. 2008-01-29

. XANO to sell plastics injection moulding businesses
XANO sings letter of intent with GP to sell the plastics injection moulding and assembly ops active in the automotive and medical device applications area. 2008-01-28

. Specialty chemicals group Chemtura to sell Oleochemicals biz
Global manufacturer and marketer of specialty chemicals, Chemtura, reaches an agreement to sell its Oleochemicals Business to PMC Group NA Inc. 2008-01-27

. Cork floorings better than comparable floorings
New generation of cork floorings from Amorim with BASF binder Acrodur is more eco-efficient than vinyl tiles and floating wood parquet floorings. 2008-01-26

. Flyover at the airport
Cost-effective technically optimal solution for temporary bridge at Tegel Airport in Berlin with no holdups of air or road traffic. 2008-01-26

. JV develops high-strength automotive steel
ThyssenKrupp Steel and the second-biggest steel producer in Japan, JFE Steel Corporation have jointly developed a new multiphase steel for automotive applications. 2008-01-25

. BASF Coatings designers color ecology for the automotive industry
Coatings designers at BASF present the 2008 color trend forecast for the automotive industry, a color trendsetter ecology. 2008-01-25

. Stunning plastics packaging for Latta margarine tub
An innovative double-pack plastics packaging concept launched by margarine brand Latta has been achieved using the thermoforming and pre-printing expertise of RPC Bebo Plastik. 2008-01-24


. Plastics firm opens CMI facility
SABIC Innovative Plastics opens Centre for Manufacturing Innovation, a state of the art research laboratory, at its manufacturing facility in Cobourg, Ontario. 2008-01-23

. Cable carrier and plastics bearings increase torsional strength
Igus now offers improved integral fiber rod assemblies inside its multi-axis Triflex R robot cable carrier with iglide plastics bearings. 2008-01-22



. Packaging group to acquire VoidForm
Total packaging services provider Sonoco plans acquisition of corrugated construction form maker VoidForm International. 2008-01-22

. Cessna Aircraft has new GM in Oregon
Cessna Aircraft Company appoints Mark Withrow to be the general manager of the recently acquired Bend, Oregon single engine facility. 2008-01-22

. Plastics play functional role in automotive headrest
Styrene plastics blend Terblend N from BASF used in the SkinForm two-component process for the first time in automotive headrests. 2008-01-22


. Tool Shop of the Year 2007
ThyssenKrupp Presta honored in prestige contest by being named the Tool Shop of the Year 2007 by the Laboratory for Machine Tools. 2008-01-22

. Special effects on packaging - managing transparency
Creating visual appeal through special effects on packaging Ciba presents a world of emotions at the Perfumes, Cosmetics & Design show in Paris. 2008-01-21



. Plastics Behind Bars
Diffuse covers for the vehicle ventilation system made of Ultradur S4090 GX high performance plastics in the latest Mercedes Benz C class. 2008-01-21

. DSM Engineering Plastics has a new polymer
DSM Engineering Plastics announces the development of a new polymer, PA4T which expands their portfolio for high performance engineering thermoplastics. 2008-01-20

. Rockwell Automation controls solutions for machine builders
Allen-Bradely solutions from Rockwell Automation help machine builders Schenck AccuRate develop gravimetric feeders with a portfolio of integrated controls. 2008-01-19

. COC Tooling and Stamping Halves Press Tool Times
PowerINSPECT On-Machine Verification system allows the leading press tool manufacturer in Taiwan, COC Tooling and Stamping, to halve the time needed to manufacture its tools. 2008-01-19



. Business Aviation on the European Commission Agenda
The EBAA and members of the EU Business and General Aviation community applaud the Commission acknowledging their joint suggestions for the air transport policy. 2008-01-18

. JV automotive suppliers provide global support for Korean automaker
Automotive suppliers Cosma International and Shin Young Metal announce Hyundai Russia business award for products to be produced from a new greenfield manufacturing facility. 2008-01-17

. New Polymers Compounding Facility in Baton Rouge
ExxonMobil Chemical announces a new compounding facility to supply high performance polymers to the automotive, appliance and specialty consumer products industries. 2008-01-17

. Graphic Packaging and Altivity Packaging Combine
The majority of shareholders have voted to approve the agreement between Graphic Packaging and Altivity Packaging to combine companies. 2008-01-17

. Plastic Packaging for Olives and Pickles
RPC Containers Corby replaces a Spanish olive, pickle and specialty foods processor current glass packaging with a plastic jar. 2008-01-17

. Parker Aerospace Selected for Airbus Aircraft Contract
Parker Aerospace has been awarded a 2 Billion USD contract by Airbus to supply both the fuel and hydraulic systems for its new A350 extra widebody aircraft. 2008-01-17

. Cessna Prototype Aircraft Approaching First Flight
Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron company, is gearing up for the first flight of its Model 162 SkyCatcher concept aircraft prototype in the coming months. 2008-01-17

. SABIC Innovative Plastics and Autodesk support Car Design News Contest
The Car Design News Contest 2008 kicks off at NAIAS with a challenge, in association with SABIC Innovative Plastics and Autodesk, to design the ultimate green connected urban car. 2008-01-16

. DSM acquires American specialty resins producer Soluol
DSM the Netherlands, announces the acquisition of the US based company Soluol, a developer, producer and marketer of high performance urethane resins. 2008-01-16

. Evonik Chemicals price increases on matting agents and pigment blacks
The Inorganic Materials Business Unit of Evonik Chemicals Area announces price increases for Acematt matting agents and pigment blacks product lines. 2008-01-16

. Rohm and Haas to Acquire Polymers Dispersions Biz for Paint Emulsions
Rohm and Haas to further develop its Paint and Coatings Materials business in polymers dispersions by acquiring a Finnish paint emulsions manufacturer in Europe. 2008-01-15

. Ideal Platform for Buhler at Packaging Show
Buhler AG Future Center booth to demonstrate new developments in the chocolate world and more at interpack 08 the Processes and Packaging International Trade Fair. 2008-01-15

. Durable lightweight plastics on Land Rover LRX concept car
SABIC Innovative Plastics announcing that its Lexan GLX high performance plastic glazing with exclusive Exatec coating technology is used on the new Land Rover LRX concept car. 2008-01-15

. Chemicals Business JV ups H2O2 output in Korea
Industrial Chemicals Business Unit of Evonik and JV partner double production of hydrogen peroxide in Korea for chemical synthesis reactions. 2008-01-15

. Sonoco Packaging Moves Recycling Plant
Sonoco, one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, to relocate its current recycling operation to a new, state of the art materials recycling facility. 2008-01-14

. Metso to supply a metal recycling plant in the USA
Metso Minerals will supply a complete metal recycling plant to European Metal Recycling for its recycling facility in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in the USA. 2008-01-14

. Chemicals group new rubber additive cuts wear for automotive tires
Specialty chemicals group LANXESS has developed a new rubber additive, Nanoprene, for the mixture of the tire tread that significantly cuts wear in automotive tires. 2008-01-14


. Ticona plans engineering polymers compounding unit
Ticona, the engineering polymers business of Celanese, to expand its integrated China complex that will produce advanced engineered compounds for Asian region. 2008-01-14

. SABIC Innovative Plastics features Green Technologies at NAIAS
Environmentally friendly plastics from SABIC provide weight reduction, luxury and style for the Lincoln MKT concept vehicle while reducing the carbon footprint. 2008-01-14



. Packaging Products for Interactive Mobile Marketing
Graphic Packaging launches Snap2C portfolio of paperboard package enhancements that integrate the promotional effectiveness of billboards with mobile technology. 2008-01-13

. Packaging equipment group has new exec
Sidel beverage packaging equipment business appoints Mart Tiismann who has succeeded Gerard Stricher as president and CEO. 2008-01-12



. A keyword rich resume can get you the job
Technology today circulates your resume directly to the hiring manager making the hiring process more effective in securing a job. 2008-01-12

. Paintless and light Specialty plastics Luran S in cover frames
HSV switches to new plastics from BASF for ventilation cover frames and the new process lowers costs since the component wall is thinner and there is no need for coating. 2008-01-12

. Ciba presents new styling pigments at Passagen 2008
Ciba is presenting its latest styling color solutions with versatile products in effect pigments at Passagen in Cologne. 2008-01-11



. New Nordson Liquid Spray System for Coatings
The Champion AAA spray system from Nordson is an airless liquid system used for applications with industrial coatings in painting iron, wood and plastic materials. 2008-01-11

. MAN AG publishes updated Sustainability Report
The new MAN Sustainability Report explains how the company is currently assuming responsibility at ecological, economic and social levels and the projects involved. 2008-01-10

. Rohm and Haas raises material prices for packaging and building products in NA
Rohm and Haas announces price increase for acrylic based emulsions for Packaging and Building Materials in North America. 2008-01-10

. RPC enhances its range of plastics substrates for cards
RPC Cobelplast-Montonate has enhanced its range of plastics substrates for cards with a new product manufactured in the biodegradable material PLA. 2008-01-10

. Rexam packaging group receives clearance to acquire Rostar
Global consumer packaging company Rexam receives clearance to complete the acquisition of Rostar the Russian beverage can maker. 2008-01-09

. DSM invests in new resins plant in Germany
DSM NeoResins+, part of the DSM Resins business group, to invest EUR 15 million in a new wet polyesters and resins plant in Meppen, Germany. 2008-01-09



. BASF expands to meet demand for solvents and plasticizers
BASF strengthens its position in the field of plasticizers and plasticizer alcohols with an increase in production capacity for the Asia Pacific region. 2008-01-09

. FIRST Robotics Competition aided by igus plastics components
Igus announces its continued support of the multinational robotics competition with the donation of plastics machinery components for use by engineering students. 2008-01-08

. SlurryGloss environmentally friendly automotive coatings
The clearcoat SlurryGloss, unlike other car coatings used in the automotive production line, is environmentally friendlier because organic solvents are replaced by water. 2008-01-08

. Neopor for thermal insulation and packaging insulates better
Using much less material, Neopor, an expandable polystyrene, provides better insulating performance than classical materials for thermal insulation and packaging applications. 2008-01-08



. Rohm and Haas opens new site for the coatings market in China
Environmentally advanced materials to be manufactured at the new Rohm and Haas plant for the global paint and coatings industry in Guangdong, China. 2008-01-08

. Silver flakes make plastics conductive
Plastics and electrically conductive silver flakes combine to enhance applications where conductive plastics are in demand especially for electronic components. 2008-01-07

. Thermoplastic elastomers help earbud accessory ease discomfort
Clear, colorable Versaflex CL30 thermoplastic elastomers from GLS Corp deliver an ideal level of pliability for adjustable fit and maximum comfort for the Lobie earbud accessory. 2008-01-04



. Engineering thermoplastics trading biz boosts portfolio
Engineering thermoplastics trading and consultancy specialist improves and strengthens its portfolio with the addition of PPE polymers. 2008-01-03

. New Plastics Packaging Containers for Spanish Tuna Ready Meals
RPC Bebo UK Corby and RPC Barrier Containers France have provided new plastics packaging for major Spanish fish processor Salica. 2008-01-03

. Masmix new packaging relaunch
Flash Of inspiration from RPC helps its customer Raisio, delivering a complete packaging solution for the relaunch of their Masmix butter spread line. 2008-01-02




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