5 May 2014
DYNEEMA® MAX TECHNOLOGY FULFILLS PROMISE FOR HIGH STRENGTH HIGH MODULUS UHMWPE ROPES
The Netherlands, 5 May, 2014 - The world's most creep-resistant ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber is even better than previously thought. Producer DSM Dyneema unveiled DM20, based on its new Dyneema® Max Technology, at the OTC Offshore Technology Conference in 2012, for use in mooring ropes for offshore production platforms. Since then, the company has been carrying out extensive characterization studies on the lifetime and tensile properties of this ground-breaking fiber. DM20 is fully commercial, with a set of final specifications that exceed the data presented at OTC 2012.
8 Apr 2014
EJENDALS INTRODUCES CUT RESISTANT GLOVE WITH DYNEEMA® DIAMOND TECHNOLOGY THAT FEELS LIKE A SECOND SKIN
The Netherlands, 8 April 2014 - At SAWO 2014 (09-15 April 2014 in Poznań, Poland), Ejendals, a leading specialist in the development, manufacture and marketing of quality products that protect hands and feet, will introduce its latest glove, model 909, which incorporates Dyneema® Diamond Technology. The new glove is designed specifically for applications requiring very good dexterity with cool feel and meets level 3 cut resistance standards according to EN388 making it ideal for high precision handling of small components.
8 Apr 2014
PROTECTIVE INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS (PIP) INTRODUCES ITS LATEST RANGE OF CUT RESISTANT GLOVES WITH DYNEEMA® FIBER FOR THE CHINESE MARKET
Shanghai, 8 April 2014 - At the 88th China (International) Occupational Safety & Health Goods Exhibition (CIOSH) in Shanghai, Protective Industrial Products (PIP), a leading supplier of consumable personal protective equipment will showcase its latest range of cut resistant gloves with DSM Dyneema’s Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene fiber, branded as Dyneema®.
7 Apr 2014
DSM DYNEEMA HIGHLIGHTS REVOLUTIONARY DYNEEMA® FORCE MULTIPLIER TECHNOLOGY FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE LIGHTWEIGHT PROTECTION
The Netherlands, 14 April 2014 - At DSA 2014, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, DSM Dyneema focuses on its revolutionary solution for soft and hard ballistic armor that enables manufacturers to meet current and future defense demands for enhanced protection and coverage while minimizing weight.
14 Mar 2014
HUNTER SPORTSWEAR INTRODUCES UNIQUE CLASS 5 SAFETY GLOVE FOR ICE-SKATERS
The Netherlands, 14 March 2014 - At SPOVAK, which will be held 16 and 17 March 2014 in Biddinghuizen, the Netherlands, Hunter Sportswear will launch its latest innovation: a safety glove for ice-skaters with the highest - class 5 - cut resistance. The glove represents a breakthrough in hand safety. It offers users the highest level of cut resistance, combined with a high level of comfort. Thanks to its light weight, the glove is able to provide wearer comfort comparable to that of standard sports gloves.
5 Mar 2014
DSM DYNEEMA CONGRATULATES SAMSON AND MANITOWOC WITH THE LAUNCH OF THE FIRST SYNTHETIC HOIST ROPE DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR MOBILE CRANES
Stanley, N.C., 5 March 2014 - At CONEXPO 2014, Samson and The Manitowoc Company jointly announced the launch of Manitowoc’s Grove RT770E rough-terrain mobile crane, which features the first fully synthetic hoist rope designed specifically for mobile cranes. Samson’s KZ™100 is made with DSM Dyneema’s high-performing Dyneema® fiber. DSM Dyneema congratulates Manitowoc and Samson on this important technological break-through for the crane industry. KZ™100 is a product of joint application development between Samson and Manitowoc, supported by DSM Dyneema and included extensive testing and proof of performance on the RT770E crane.
26 Feb 2014
JUBA INTRODUCES GLOVE WITH FINEST CUT RESISTANT YARN AVAILABLE
The Netherlands, 26 February 2014 - At SICUR 2014 (25-28 February 2014 in Madrid, Spain), Juba PPE, a leading designer and manufacturer of workwear solutions, will be launching its latest glove which incorporates Dyneema® Diamond Technology. Designed for handling small parts in dry as well as wet and/or oily environments, the glove style 4406 was developed specifically for use in the Automotive Industry and for applications requiring very good dexterity with cool feel and level 3 cut resistance according EN388.
6 Feb 2014
DSM DYNEEMA INTRODUCES DYNEEMA® FORCE MULTIPLIER TECHNOLOGY FOR LIFE PROTECTION AT DEFEXPO 2014, INDIA, TARGETING PERFORMANCE AND USABILITY TRENDS
New Delhi, 6 February 2014 - DSM Dyneema, the manufacturer of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMwPE) fiber, branded as Dyneema®, and world leader in life protection materials and high performance fibers, today introduced its new innovation platform Dyneema® Force Multiplier Technology to the Indian market at Defexpo 2014, India. This new breakthrough innovation platform delivers products for use in soft and hard ballistic armor addresses increasing demands in India's defense sector, including requirements for a higher level of protection and expanded protection area, as well as the adoption of the National Institute of Justice (NIJ).06 standard – which are intensifying the need to reduce the weight of protective gear.
19 Nov 2013
DSM DYNEEMA LAUNCHES DYNEEMA® FORCE MULTIPLIER TECHNOLOGY FOR LIFE PROTECTION, COMBINING ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE AND USABILITY IN ONE MATERIAL
DSM Dyneema, the manufacturer of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMwPE) fiber, branded as Dyneema®, and world leader in life protection materials and high performance fibers, today officially introduced Dyneema® Force Multiplier Technology, built on its Radical Innovation platform, the company's newest product development program. Dyneema® Force Multiplier Technology combines breakthroughs in polymer science, next-generation fiber technology and unique uni-directional engineering to deliver up to 25 percent higher ballistic protection while reducing weight by up to 20 percent. Here at Milipol 2013, the company is showcasing the first products for soft and hard ballistic protection applications featuring this new technology. All are manufactured at the DSM Dyneema facility in Greenville, N.C.
6 Nov 2013
DSM DYNEEMA TO ACT AGAINST TRADEMARK INFRINGERS AT A+A SHOW
The Netherlands, 6 November 2013 - Third parties using the Dyneema® brand at the A+A show without DSM's permission received an official warning, if necessary this will be followed up with legal action.
28 Oct 2013
DSM DYNEEMA PREDICTS UPCOMING MATERIAL INNOVATIONS WILL ANSWER INDUSTRY CALLS FOR LIGHTER LIFE PROTECTION SOLUTIONS
The Netherlands, 28 October 2013 - The performance and endurance of military, law enforcement and security personnel have always been affected by the weight of their gear. Today, however, major trends are intensifying the impact of weight and underscoring the urgent need for new, lighter materials that can deliver top protective performance combined with usability. Multiple global government initiatives are underway to reduce the weight of personal protective equipment for soldiers. DSM Dyneema, the manufacturer of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMwPE) fiber, branded as Dyneema®, and world leader in life protection materials and high performance fibers, sees the adoption of next-generation lighter material technologies as an important part of the answer. This view is supported by experts, who predict the use of UHMwPE materials in body and vehicle protection will show double-digit growth in the next five years.
24 Oct 2013
DSM DYNEEMA ANNOUNCES NEW TRADEMARK LICENSING AGREEMENT WITH PROMAT
The Netherlands, October 24, 2013 - DSM Dyneema LLC (DSM Dyneema), the manufacturer of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMwPE) fiber, branded as Dyneema®, and world leader in life protection materials and high performance fibers, today announced a trademark licensing agreement with Promat, a leading producer of protective gloves headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. Promat is the first domestic glove company in the Brazilian market to become a DSM Dyneema licensing partner. The agreement gives Promat the ability to brand its products with the Dyneema® trademark. Promat manufactures gloves to protect workers in the automotive and beverage industries.
