Clariant auf der Drupa 2016 vertreten

Muttenz, 23. Februar 2016 – Clariant, ein weltweit führendes Spezialchemieunternehmen, präsentiert auf der Drupa 2016 ihr gesamtes Angebotsspektrum für Farbmittel für die Digitaldruckindustrie und verspricht den Besuchern einen interessanten Einblick in ihren globalen Kundenservice.

Clariant Mining Solutions to present paper on breakthrough collector as xanthate alternative at SME 2016

Clariant Mining Solutions. Plant Trial to Replace SIPX as the Primary Collector. (Photo: Clariant)Houston, TX, February 22, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today announced that its Mining Solutions business will exhibit and present an important technical paper during SME’s Annual Conference and Expo held February 21-24, 2016, in Phoenix, Ariz. Representatives from Clariant Mining Solutions will be on hand in exhibit space 2032 to discuss its breakthrough HOSTAFLOT® collectors as well as its full line of products that help mining operations increase production efficiencies, improve sustainability efforts and lower costs.

Bio-Ethanol aus Agrarreststoffen findet erstmalig Anwendung in Reinigungsmitteln

sunliquid® Bio-Ethanol aus Agrarreststoffen ersetzt 100 Prozent des herkömmlichen Ethanol im Frosch Bio-Spiritus Multiflächen-Reiniger. (Foto: Clariant)Clariant, ein weltweit führendes Spezialchemieunternehmen, hat in Kooperation mit Werner & Mertz, dem Herstellerunternehmen von Frosch®-Produkten, ein Projekt ins Leben gerufen, das die Einsatzmöglichkeiten von Bio-Ethanol auf Basis von Agrarreststoffen wie Stroh für Wasch-, Putz- und Reinigungsmittel erweitert. Seit Anfang des Jahres wird sunliquid® Bio-Ethanol im Frosch® Bio-Spiritus Multiflächen-Reiniger eingesetzt. Dafür lieferte Clariant bereits Ende 2015 den Zellulose-Ethanol, sprich Bio-Spiritus aus ihrer vorkommerziellen Anlage in Straubing, in der im Jahr bis zu 1000 Tonnen Zellulose-Ethanol mithilfe des sunliquid®-Verfahrens hergestellt werden.

Clariant to Expand Global Manufacturing of Masterbatches for Engineering and High-Temperature Resins

Muttenz, February 18, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announced plans to invest more than CHF 7.5 million in specialized equipment and facilities to expand the capabilities and capacities for the production of color and additive masterbatches for use in engineering resins and high-temperature plastics like PEEK (polyether ether ketone). The largest investment has been earmarked for plants in Shanghai, Singapore, and at two plants in the U.S.A. 

Clariant to highlight three new dimensions of beauty for personal care products to look, care and feel better

Amazonian treasure from Beraca. (Photo: Clariant)Shanghai, February 18, 2016 – Clariant, a world-leader in specialty chemicals, is returning to the PCHi (Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients) China expo on March 1-3, 2016 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center. Regarded as China’s top sourcing platform for the global personal care industry, Clariant will feature during the tradeshow a new line-up of solutions dedicated to offering visual appeal, a luxurious feel and exceptional care performance to support the demand for more natural products that are both effective and offer increased sustainability properties.

Clariant verbessert deutlich den Cashflow und erhöht das siebte Jahr in Folge die Marge

«Trotz der schwierigen Wirtschaftslage konnten wir dieses Jahr unser Geschäftsergebnis weiter verbessern und haben Beharrlichkeit bewiesen», erklärte CEO Hariolf Kottmann. «Clariant hat ihren Cashflow deutlich verbessert und ihre EBITDA-Marge erhöht, was vor allem auf die Geschäftsbereiche Care Chemicals, Catalysis und Natural Resources zurückzuführen ist. Diese Entwicklung hat es uns ermöglicht, die negativen Auswirkungen des stärker gewordenen Schweizer Franken auszugleichen und ein mit 2014 vergleichbares Nettoergebnis zu liefern. 2016 möchten wir weiterhin, trotz der voraussichtlich noch anspruchsvolleren Wirtschaftslage, die Profitabilität und Cashflow-Generierung steigern, indem wir fortlaufend neue innovative Lösungen anbieten, insbesondere in unseren durch höhere Margen gekennzeichneten Geschäftsbereichen.»

Clariant ready to bring inspiration & surprise to tomorrow’s beauty at in-cosmetics 2016

Muttenz, February 16, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is gearing up to take in-cosmetics 2016 visitors on a journey filled with surprises and inspiration for the future with exclusive insights into beauty trends and a showcase of new natural-based products, including “wow-factor” metamorphosis formulations, for the Personal Care industry.

New Clariant Liquid Additive Masterbatch Reduces Yellowing in Recycled-PET Bottles

The uncolored PET bottle on the left was made using 25% PCR while the one on the right has the same PCR content but with 0.05% of the PET Enhancer added. The results are dramatic considering the low addition rates. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, February 11, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has announced the introduction of a new liquid additive masterbatch that minimizes yellowing and greying of PET (polyester terephthalate) polymers caused by the introduction of post-consumer-recycled resin (PCR).

Clariant Masterbatches Saudi-Arabien baut eine neue Anlage in Yanbu

Muttenz, 11. Februar 2016 – Clariant, ein weltweit führendes Spezialchemieunternehmen, hat heute den Beginn der Bauarbeiten für eine neue, hochmoderne Masterbatch-Produktionseinheit in Yanbu, Saudi-Arabien, bekanntgegeben. Der neue Herstellungsstandort gehört zu Clariant Masterbatches Saudi Arabia, einem Joint-Venture von Clariant und Rowad National Plastic Company Ltd., einer Tochtergesellschaft von Tasnee, einem der grössten Industriekonzerne im Königreich Saudi-Arabien.

Clariant expands MEVOPUR® capability for pre-colored compounds

MEVOPUR available as pre-color compounds - fitting to your preferred production process. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, February 10, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has expanded its capacity to produce pre-colored compounds for medical devices and pharmaceutical packaging. Facilities to process high-temperature polymers are also being expanded. The products are being featured at MD&M West 2016, Anaheim, CA (booth #2248), and at Pharmapack Europe 2016 in Paris (stand #430/431). The shows are being held between February 9 and 11.

Clariant MEVOPUR® additive helps solve reliability issues in drug delivery devices

MEVOPUR additive helps maintain tolerances in complex pen devices. 
(Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, February 9, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is exhibiting at major medical/pharmaceutical trade shows on two continents to demonstrate how MEVOPUR® additives can help the makers of disposable drug-delivery devices to enhance product marketability and increase patient adherence to treatment. Clariant is exhibiting in booth #2248 at MD&M West 2016, Anaheim, CA, and on Stand #430/431 at Pharmapack Europe 2016 in Paris. The shows are being held between February 9 and 11.

Clariant Promises ‘Creativity without Compromise’

Opening up new design opportunities using MEVOPUR special effect concentrates and compounds. 
(Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, February 8, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announces availability of new special-effect colors in the MEVOPUR® family of consistent and compliant masterbatches and pre-colored compounds. The products are being featured at MD&M West 2016, Anaheim, CA (booth #2248), and at Pharmapack Europe 2016 in Paris (stand #430/431). The shows are being held between February 9 and 11.