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BHP Billiton Announce Coal Mine Expansion for Mt Arthur

BHP Billiton today announced approval for the Mt Arthur Coal mine expansion, to increase production of saleable thermal coal from 11.5 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) to approximately 15 mtpa (run-of-mine coal production...

From BHP 24 Jul 2009

Shipments of Larger Area TFT-LCD Screens Up in June

June 2009 shipments of large-area TFT LCD panels reached 46.7 million units, up 8% M/M and 24% Y/Y, according to the most recent DisplaySearch Monthly TFT LCD Shipment Database. This sets a new record for the highest mon...

24 Jul 2009

European Bioplastics Distances Itself from the Oxo-Biodegradable Industry

European Bioplastics published a position paper distancing itself from the so-called "oxo-biodegradable" industry. The paper sheds some light on the technology behind the so-called "oxo-biodegradable"...

23 Jul 2009

Copper Could Stop the Spread of H1N1 Swine Flu Virus

A leading microbiologist from the University of Southampton has told a conference that his research has found copper is effective in inhibiting the influenza A H1N1 virus. Copper appears to have broad spectrum antivi...

23 Jul 2009

New Shimadzu Universal Testing Machines Provide Efficient Precise Results for Polymer Testing

The Autograph AGS-X Series table-top universal testers, now available from Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, deliver efficient, precise tensile and compression tests for the rubber, plastic and film industries. With the AGS-X, users can perform a three- or four-point bending test, peeling test, and tear tests on various materials, including thermostatic resins.

From Shimadzu Scientific Instruments 23 Jul 2009

Lamborghini and PPG Create A New Automotive Paint Trend

PPG Industries' (NYSE:PPG) automotive refinish business has worked closely with Lamborghini for many years to develop colors that will enhance the design of the unique Italian automobiles. The introduction of PPG&#39...

From PPG Industries Inc. 23 Jul 2009

3M Add Elastic Bandages and Supports to Their Extensive Product Range

3M today announced that it recently acquired the ACE branded (and related brands) elastic bandage and supports product lines and thermometer product line from BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company). Terms of the transaction ...

23 Jul 2009

2010 Ford Fusion S to get Fuel Efficient Tires from Goodyear

The Ford Motor Company has selected Goodyear's new fuel-efficient tire, Assurance Fuel Max, as a key original equipment fitment for the 2010 Ford Fusion S. The standard tire fitment for the popular Fusion model w...

23 Jul 2009

New Communication Protocol for Eurotherm EPower SCR Power Controllers

Eurotherm, a leading manufacturer of industrial instrumentation for process control and data acquisition, has introduced EtherNet/IP™ communication protocol to its EPower SCR power controller series making it the first SCR Power Controller with EtherNet/IP. The move signals Eurotherm’s ongoing commitment to maintain the highest communication standards across its product lines.

23 Jul 2009

Harvard University Professor Wins Inorganic Nanoscience Award

CHARLES M. LIEBER, Mark Hyman Jr. Professor of Chemistry at Harvard University , is the winner of the 2009 Inorganic Nanoscience Award presented by the ACS Division of Inorganic Chemistry to honor excellent research. The award is sponsored by the NanoCenter of the University of South Carolina.

23 Jul 2009