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Alicona Installs Third InfiniteFocus System for Material Characterization at NPL

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is the UK’s National Measurement Institute and is a world-leading Centre of excellence in developing and applying the most accurate measurement standards and science and technology available.

4 Feb 2015

Exova Wins Major Contracts for Testing on Doha Metro

Exova Group plc, the global testing, calibration and advisory services provider, has won three major contracts to conduct materials testing and fire safety engineering for the new Doha Metro in Qatar. Worth over &poun...

2 Feb 2015

Wendel Completes Acquisition of Specialty Plastic Packaging Solutions Provider, CSP Technologies

Wendel, a global investment firm, has completed the acquisition of CSP Technologies at an enterprise value of US $360 million. As part of the transaction, the Wendel Group has invested US $198 million for a 98% ownership in CSP.

31 Jan 2015

PPG to Acquire Major Stake in Le Joint Francais’ Aerospace and Automotive Sealants Businesses

PPG Industries announced today that it has submitted an offer to acquire a majority interest in the aerospace and automotive sealants businesses of Le Joint Français (LJF). LJF is a supplier of sealants and adhesives products for the aerospace and automotive industries and has been a long-term licensee of PPG’s aerospace sealant technology.

From PPG Industries Inc. 31 Jan 2015

Correlated Magnetics Research Announces Launch of Hooked on Paint

Correlated Magnetics Research today announced the launch of Hooked on Paint, a new product line of magnets designed specifically to work in tandem with magnetic paint, which creates a magnetic surface on virtually any painted wall or surface.

31 Jan 2015

HEXPOL Compounding Now Provides Full-Service, Dedicated Silicone Resources and Recipe Development

HEXPOL Compounding, a leading global provider of elastomer compounds, is dramatically increasing its silicone processing capabilities. The company now provides full-service, dedicated silicone resources and recipe development.

31 Jan 2015

Glencore Signs Distribution Agreement with Minerals Technologies for Chromite Products

Minerals Technologies Inc. announced today that it has entered into agreement with Glencore in South Africa. Under the agreement, Glencore will supply chromite products from the Glencore-Merafe joint venture that will be exclusively distributed by Minerals Technologies in certain territories, including the Americas.

31 Jan 2015

NAHB International Builders' Show Features PGT Industries’ New Vinyl Window Line

PGT Industries, the nation's leading supplier of residential impact-resistant windows and doors, revealed their new vinyl window line at the NAHB International Builders' Show on January 20, 2015 in Las Vegas. The new innovative offering was engineered to deliver one of the industry's most comprehensive lines of vinyl windows.

31 Jan 2015

Alcoa’s Expanded Wheels Manufacturing Plant Officially Opened in Hungary

Lightweight, high-performance metals leader Alcoa today officially opened its expanded wheels manufacturing plant in Hungary. The larger facility doubles Alcoa’s capacity to produce its Dura-Bright® EVO surface-treated wheels compared to 2014 production levels.

31 Jan 2015

Zhejiang Shaoxing Sanjin Petrochemical Commissions Second Propylene Production Unit Using UOP’s Technology

UOP LLC, a Honeywell company, announced today that China commissioned its second unit to produce propylene, a key ingredient in plastics, using its C3 Oleflex™ process technology.

31 Jan 2015

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.

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Alicona Installs Third InfiniteFocus System for Material Characterization at NPL

Exova Wins Major Contracts for Testing on Doha Metro

Wendel Completes Acquisition of Specialty Plastic Packaging Solutions Provider, CSP Technologies

PPG to Acquire Major Stake in Le Joint Francais’ Aerospace and Automotive Sealants Businesses

Correlated Magnetics Research Announces Launch of Hooked on Paint

HEXPOL Compounding Now Provides Full-Service, Dedicated Silicone Resources and Recipe Development

Glencore Signs Distribution Agreement with Minerals Technologies for Chromite Products

NAHB International Builders' Show Features PGT Industries’ New Vinyl Window Line

Alcoa’s Expanded Wheels Manufacturing Plant Officially Opened in Hungary

Zhejiang Shaoxing Sanjin Petrochemical Commissions Second Propylene Production Unit Using UOP’s Technology

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How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

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?

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How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

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2New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

3The ECOFAP Project aims to make shoe soles and heels with a new 3D printing material based on tanned leather waste

4YASA and Automobili Lamborghini Unveil Next-Generation High-Performance E-Propulsion Technology

5New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

6Development and Evaluation of P-PPD for Enhanced Crude Oil Flow and Hydrate Mitigation

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