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BASF Joins Disaster Preparedness Organization and promotes Sound Residential Construction

BASF, the world's leading chemical company, today announced that it has become an official partner of the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes Inc. - FLASH, one of the most respected disaster preparedness organizations in...

From BASF Corporation 17 Jan 2010

Roll-Kraft Add Multi-Axis Turning Center to Processing Capabilities

A new multi-axis turning center has been added to Roll-Kraft’s factory floor. This new center adds several features beyond the standard CNC machine. The multi-functional aspect of the machine, along with new work-holding technology, will shorten manufacturing times for rolls up to 8” O.D. and allow quicker turnarounds for handling smaller, more intricate work, whether it be for regrinding rolls or manufacturing new rolls.

From Roll-Kraft 17 Jan 2010

Nanoelectronics Improve Range of Electric Cars

Nanoelectronics technology is improving the way that batteries and motors in electric vehicles are controlled, giving them a longer range on each charge. Electric vehicles are fitted with one or several electric moto...

17 Jan 2010

Ultraporcrete Combines High Srength and Excellent Insulation

Concrete is a modern building material, which is used on nearly every construction site worldwide and which has obtained high acceptance among planners and users, thanks to its varied field of application. Due to its hig...

17 Jan 2010

Many Patients Lose Bone Around Dental Implants

Bone loss around dental implants is far more common than previously realised, reveals a thesis from the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. Around a quarter of patients loose some degree of suppo...

17 Jan 2010

New Technique May Allow Prediction of the Most Accurate Properties of Elements

Scientists at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and Indiana University (IU) have determined* the most accurate values ever for a fundamental property of the element lithium using a novel approach ...

17 Jan 2010

Polymer Group Release Inaugural Sustainability Report

Polymer Group, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: POLGA; POLGB) (PGI) today announced it has released its inaugural 2008 Sustainability Report prepared following the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) framework used by leading com...

17 Jan 2010

New Nanomicroscopy Center Opens in Finland

Otaniemi is now home to the national Nanomicroscopy Center, one of the largest of its kind in Europe. The Center is a concentration of research equipment of atomic resolution, needed for the research of both nanomaterials and biomaterials.

17 Jan 2010

Eastman Acquire Specialty Polymer Manufacturer in China

Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) announced that it has completed the acquisition of Tongxiang Xinglong Fine Chemical Co., Ltd., a cellulose-based specialty polymers manufacturing facility located near Shanghai, China....

From Eastman 17 Jan 2010

Aramid Fiber Reinforced Epoxy Combines Dimensional Stability and Impact Resistance

Comprised of an aramid fiber reinforced epoxy adhesive for high performance structural bonding, Master Bond's EP30R features outstanding dimensional stability and enhanced impact resistance. This two part epoxy is formulated to cure at room temperature or more rapidly at elevated temperatures.

From Master Bond Inc. 16 Jan 2010

BASF Acoustic Insulation Employed in Seoul Subway

BASF’s specialty foam Basotect® is used in the Metro Line 9 stations in Seoul, Korea, to provide a quieter and more comfortable experience for commuters. The sound-absorbing and flame-retardant Basotect was installed behind perforated steel walls in 25 subway stations of line 9. The foam was also chosen by the operators for its ease of maintenance.

From BASF Corporation 16 Jan 2010

LyondellBasell Introduce Polypropylene Grade Suited to Use in Stormwater Systems

LyondellBasell Industries has launched a new polypropylene (PP) resin that meets customer requirements for innovative stormwater management systems. Hostalen PP N2122 is a new, natural PP copolymer used in injection-molded rainwater regulating devices for channel drainage and total sewer systems.

From LyondellBasell Industries 16 Jan 2010

Rockwool Insulation Helps Keep Exotic Animals Warm at Newquay Zoo Despite Cold Climate

Newquay Zoo and Rockwool have partnered to ensure the habits for exotic animals, which include African Lions, Silvery Marmosets and Kinkajous, remain warm despite Britain's artic weather conditions. The Zoo will inst...

16 Jan 2010

Chrysler Approve PPG Etch Primer for Warranty and Repairs Work

New SX1071 and Nexa Autocolor P565-9880 Etch Primers from PPG Industries’ (NYSE:PPG) automotive refinish business have received approval from Chrysler Group, LLC, for warranty repairs on its vehicles.

From PPG Industries Inc. 16 Jan 2010

Heating and Freezing Stages Now Available for Spectroscopic Analyzers

CRAIC Technologies, the leader in UV-visible-NIR microspectroscopy innovation, today unveiled the ability to control the temperature of samples being analyzed spectoscopically. Heating and freezing stages have brought many benefits to scientists wishing to visualise a sample under different temperature regimes.

From CRAIC Technologies 15 Jan 2010