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Coperion to Showcase STS Advanced Series for Plastic Compounding at Chinaplas 2012

Coperion has announced that it will exhibit the STS advanced series at Chinaplas, which will be held from 18 to 21 April 2012 in Shanghai. These advanced series are available in new and enhanced features.

From Coperion GmbH 29 Mar 2012

Novel Method Produces Innovative Carbon Fiber from Polyethylene

Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have developed a novel process to convert polyethylene into valuable carbon fiber.

28 Mar 2012

Cost-Effective Method for Mass-Production of High-Quality Graphene Nanosheets

A team of scientists from the Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology and Case Western Reserve University has developed a new technique to mass-produce superior quality graphene nanosheets at a lower cost by adding a small amount of dry ice to a simple industrial process.

28 Mar 2012

New Partnership to Develop ALD Processes for Future Memories and Solar Cells

Picosun, a Finnish company manufacturing Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) tools, has entered into a partnership with A*STAR Institute of Microelectronics (IME) to develop sophisticated ALD processes to sustain growth in the fields of next-generation solar cells and memories.

28 Mar 2012

Integran Licenses Nanovate CoP Electroplating Process to Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada based in Montreal has licensed Integran Technologies’ nano cobalt electroplating process (Nanovate CoP) for use as a replacement for hard chromium electroplating used in gas turbine power plant for aerospace applications.

28 Mar 2012

Buss Exhibits MX 30 Laboratory Kneader for Cable Compounds

Switzerland-based Buss has announced that it is exhibiting the BUSS Kneader MX 30, a four-flight laboratory, at “Wire” in Germany.

28 Mar 2012

Milacron Plastics Technologies’ Medical Extrusion System to be Featured at NPE 2012

A global provider of a wide range of advanced injection molding and extrusion processing equipment, Milacron Plastics Technologies, has announced that it will exhibit its M-PAK single screw extruder at the NPE 2012 event.

27 Mar 2012

SGL Group Adds Production Facility for Carbon Fiber Precursors in Europe

The SGL Group has acquired a majority stake in Fisipe – Fibras Sintéticas de Portugal, an acrylic fiber producer, for approximately €25 million. Apart from the 86% stake, the SGL Group has launched a mandatory public offer to acquire the rest of the stake. Negofor had been the previous principal shareholder of Fisipe.

From SGL CARBON SE 26 Mar 2012

OCTAL Adopts Sustainable Measures to Produce PET with Lower Carbon Footprint

The raw materials used in packaging materials and their environmental profile are a matter of concern to today’s consumers. This has compelled and induced companies to look for safe and eco-friendly packaging materials.

23 Mar 2012

Industrial Gas Provider to Exhibit Cryogenic Technologies at NPE 2012

Air Products, a provider of industrial gases, performance materials, technologies and equipment, announced that it will display its PolarFit series of cryogenic solutions at the NPE 2012 exposition, which is to be held in Orlando, Florida from April 1 to 5, 2012.

From Air Products PLC 23 Mar 2012

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Materials Processing News

Coperion to Showcase STS Advanced Series for Plastic Compounding at Chinaplas 2012

Novel Method Produces Innovative Carbon Fiber from Polyethylene

Cost-Effective Method for Mass-Production of High-Quality Graphene Nanosheets

New Partnership to Develop ALD Processes for Future Memories and Solar Cells

Integran Licenses Nanovate CoP Electroplating Process to Pratt & Whitney Canada

Buss Exhibits MX 30 Laboratory Kneader for Cable Compounds

Milacron Plastics Technologies’ Medical Extrusion System to be Featured at NPE 2012

SGL Group Adds Production Facility for Carbon Fiber Precursors in Europe

OCTAL Adopts Sustainable Measures to Produce PET with Lower Carbon Footprint

Industrial Gas Provider to Exhibit Cryogenic Technologies at NPE 2012

From Lab to Industry: How Additive Manufacturing is Transforming Structural Integrity

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

CSP Temperature Standards by Thermometrics

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

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Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Materials Processing News

From Lab to Industry: How Additive Manufacturing is Transforming Structural Integrity

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

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3New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

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