31 Jan 2006
DSM material innovation improves bobsleigh stability
The bobsleighs to be used by the Dutch Olympic Team at the Olympic Games in Turin contain special DSM vibration dampers that make the bobsleigh more stable. This reduces the risk of steering errors and means that better times can be achieved. The vibration dampers reduce the number of vibrations in the bobsleigh runners to 40% compared with the dampers traditionally used for bobsleighs.
24 Jan 2006
BOPLA’S BOCARD ENCLOSURE COVER OFFERS CLARITY AND STRENGTH THANKS TO DSM XANTAR® PC
BOPLA Gehäuse Systeme GmbH (Bünde, Germany) has chosen Xantar® polycarbonate from DSM Engineering Plastics for the available clear covers of its family of Bocard plastic electronics enclosures. The clear panels of the covers are made of Xantar 22 R 01001 resin. The covers meet IEC 529 IP65 specifications, sealing out dust and minimizing ingress of low-pressure water, thanks in part to the resin’s excellent dimensional stability. In addition, the long-term clarity of Xantar allows visual monitoring of equipment housed in the Bocard enclosure, while the resin’s impact resistance helps prevent breakage and incursion by objects. Xantar meets UL-94 V2 @ 1,5 mm ratings, and the 22 R 01001 grade provides good flow and excellent mould release for ease of production.
12 Jan 2006
NEW WANADOO ADSL MODEM BRINGS HIGH STYLE TO CONNECTIVITY
Because French telephony and Internet giant Wanadoo wanted to communicate the fun of connectivity to its Livebox combined home consumer Internet, telephone and TV services, its new asymmetrical digital subscriber line (ADSL) Livebox modem combines the height of style with high technology. Much of the visual effect of the new modem depends on Xantar® polycarbonate (PC) from DSM Engineering Plastics. The translucent Xantar FC 19 UR grade of PC resin imparts a brilliant finish to the impact- resistant Livebox enclosure, allowing a large Wanadoo logo in its side emit a pulsing glow during operation while still meeting UL V0 at 3mm flame ratings for safety.
5 Jan 2006
TYCO AMP CHANGES FROM LCP TO STANYL® HIGH FLOW PA46 FOR PC CARD HEADER, LOWERS COSTS & REDUCES WARPAGE
Electronics manufacturer Tyco Amp Den Bosch has changed the material it uses for moulding PCMCIA (PC card) header from liquid crystal polymer (LCP) to Stanyl® polyamide 4,6 (PA46), gaining overall cost savings, better mechanical properties, and very low warpage. Stanyl grade 46HF 5040, a high-flow formulation, easily meets the flow properties of LCP, allowing ready moulding of the tiny features in the header while enhancing much needed mechanical properties.
3 Jan 2006
DSM Engineering Plastics launches Stanyl® 46SF5030 for high end connector applications
DSM Engineering Plastics has introduced a new grade to the Stanyl Polyamide 46 global portfolio. Designated Stanyl 46SF5030, the new grade marks the beginning of a new series - Stanyl Super Flow - developed especially for the connector industry as DSM’s response to the requirements of new generation connectors and it further expands on DSM’s current comprehensive product offerings for the connector market.
3 Jan 2006
DIAPER CHAMP KEEPS THE EARTH—AND LIVING SPACES—MORE HABITABLE WITH DIAPER CHAMP'S SEAL OF ARNITEL® ELASTOMER FROM DSM ENGINEERING PLASTICS
A recently re-designed Diaper Champ, an innovative, odourless diaper pail from Garland BV (Amsterdam, The Netherlands), uses Arnitel® copolyester thermoplastic elastomer seals from DSM Engineering Plastics. In conjunction with a reverse piston action during disposal, the seals prevent the spread of odours from the Diaper Champ to living areas around the container. Arnitel provides durable flexibility combined with low friction and high abrasion resistance to help ensure positive sealing throughout the life of Diaper Champ. Available globally, Diaper Champ is an important component of the growing trend in recycling the valuable materials in infant and adult hygiene diapers.
8 Sept 2005
PHILIPS LIGHTING GAINS DESIGN FREEDOM, PRODUCTION COST CONTROL BY SELECTING XANTAR® PC AND AKULON® PA FOR URBANA LUMINAIRE
Royal Philips Electronics (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG) Lighting business benefits from increased design freedom and lower overall production costs by using Xantar® polycarbonate (PC) and Akulon® polyamide 6 (PA6) from DSM Engineering Plastics for Philips’ new Urbana decorative urban luminaire product.
30 Aug 2005
DSM showcased Unmatched Brand and Product Portfolio at Chinaplas 2005
Shanghai - DSM Engineering Plastics recently participated in Chinaplas 2005, the largest plastic and rubber industry exposition in Asia, held in Guangzhau. From June 21-24 at Chinaplas, DSM showcased a series of their products, representing 4 major brands: Stanyl®, Arnite®, Arnitel® TPE and Akulon®. DSM also hosted several seminars during the exhibition to present its state-of-art product portfolio and innovative breakthroughs.
27 Jul 2005
AKULON® PA6 FILM GRADES: NEW PRODUCTION LINE COMES ON STREAM
DSM Engineering Plastics has announced that its new line expansion for the production of Akulon® PA6 film grades was successfully started up during July at its polyamide plant in Emmen, the Netherlands. The start-up was completed two months ahead of schedule. The new production line in Emmen represents a substantial investment of several tens of millions of euros.
25 Jul 2005
DSM STANYL RESOLVES LEAD FREE ISSUES FOR STEWART
Bel Stewart Connector has recently converted a portion of their MagJack® line of connectors to a lead free solder process leading to significantly higher temperature requirements for the thermoplastic insulator materials. DSM Stanyl® TE250F6 provided the solution and proved to be the perfect material to meet Stewart’s needs for lead free capability along with offering mechanical and processing benefits. The MagJacks®, produced from Stanyl TE250F6, are used in game consoles, printers and modems.
31 May 2005
DSM ENGINEERING PLASTICS’ COLLABORATIVE APPROACH AND MATERIALS HELP AUTOMOTIVE CUSTOMERS RESOLVE THE PERFORMANCE VS. COST DILEMMA
The products and collaborative customer service of DSM Engineering Plastics are changing the way automotive manufacturers and suppliers use engineering materials. Product development at DSM is delivering materials that improve performance and reduce weight. Few industries work as comprehensively as automotive to control total system costs, a key strength in a large number of DSM developments. Finally, the number of DSM Engineering Plastics applications continues to grow thanks to the company’s willingness to work collaboratively, an approach which often leads to improved performance at lower cost.
31 May 2005
POLIMOON SPECIFIES AKULON® ULTRAFLOW® PA6 FOR VOLVO ENGINE COVER
Polimoon Norway, a major European supplier of plastic products and parts, working in collaboration with DSM Engineering Plastics, has chosen DSM’s Akulon® UltraFlow® polyamide 6 (PA6) for production of a new engine cover for the Volvo T6 2.9l V6 engine in the Volvo CX90 sports utility vehicle. The material, Akulon UltraFlow grade K-FGHM24 (10 percent glass and 20 percent mineral filled, heat-stabilised) was chosen for its ability to mould large-area, thin parts with shorter cycle times, better engineering performance and better aesthetics than such competing materials as polypropylene or PA66.
