24 Nov 2005
Ranger Group launches Organikglass™ with GE’s Lexan* GLX Resin for Automotive Glazing Solutions
BERGEN OP ZOOM, THE NETHERLANDS — November 24, 2005 — Italy’s Ranger Group announced in September that it has chosen GE’s Lexan* GLX resin to launch its new premium automotive glazing line with the tradename Organikglass™. GE’s Lexan GLX polycarbonate (PC) resin, which provides high impact strength, UV protection, and light weight that are especially valuable in large panoramic roofs, sunroofs, and backlights, will be injection-molded at Ranger’s state-of-the-art production facility in Carate Brianza, Italy. Ranger expects to develop new automotive glazing applications that will take advantage of the unique properties of GE’s thermoplastic materials vs. conventional materials.
17 Nov 2005
GE - Plastics’ Ultem* Resins Help Improve Performance of Award-Winning Surgical Skin Stapler
BERGEN OP ZOOM, THE NETHERLANDS — November 17, 2005 — The use of subcuticular absorbable skin staples for closing incisions dramatically improves surgical outcomes while enhancing patient safety and comfort. At the recent MD&M East Show, GE - Plastics showcased the use of its Ultem* polyetherimide (PEI) resins in the award-winning INSORB®|20 subcuticular skin stapler from Minnesota-based Incisive Surgical, Inc. The GE materials provide strength, sterilization capabilities, and biocompatibility in custom colors to this unique disposable device, which combines the superior cosmetic results of absorbable sutures with the rapid closure times of metal skin staplers – while eliminating the need for post-operative staple removal.
GE - Plastics16 Nov 2005
Answers from the Experts: A Conversation with Clare Frissora of GE - Plastics on Materials for Medical Devices
Q. What are today’s most important considerations affecting medical device design?
A. There are three significant aspects to innovation in healthcare: enhancing speed, providing or enhancing safety, and managing total cost. When considering the optimization of medical device design, the goals are typically improving ease, speed, effectiveness, and safety of device use. To achieve these goals, designers are looking at multiple factors including miniaturization, weight reduction / custom weighting, and ergonomics.
16 Nov 2005
GE - Plastics and GE – Advanced Materials, Silicones Expand Commitment to Healthcare Customers with Investments in Facilities, Services and Products
BERGEN OP ZOOM, THE NETHERLANDS ― November 16, 2005 ― GE - Plastics and GE – Advanced Materials, Silicones will discuss recent investments in technology and expertise and showcase their latest innovations for medical device manufacturers at Medica in Düsseldorf, Germany from Nov. 16-19. In hall 10, booth A56, the two GE businesses will feature some of their customers’ innovative products utilizing GE’s resins and silicones. This will include items such as the INSORB®|20 subcuticular surgical stapler and Zevex International’s enteral feeding system. Two new grades of Lexan* polycarbonate (PC) resin will also be featured.
15 Nov 2005
GE’s ecomagination* Initiative and Lexan* ZigZag* Sheet Roofing Help the Dutch Greenhouse Industry Move Toward Energy Independence
BERGEN OP ZOOM, THE NETHERLANDS — November 15, 2005 — To support a strategic shift away from consuming large amounts of fossil fuel, the greenhouse industry in the Netherlands is turning to GE’s ecomagination* initiative for innovative environmental solutions. Using GE’s new Lexan* ZigZag* sheet polycarbonate (PC) roofing material, Hydro Huisman, a leading hydroculture company in Huissen, is constructing the first greenhouse that will produce more energy than it uses. Lexan ZigZag sheet double-wall roofing panels provide higher light transmission than single glass, and insulation similar to multiwall glass or PC sheet. These energy-efficient properties will enable approximately two-thirds of the heat generated in the greenhouse to be sold as surplus.
4 Nov 2005
GE Supports Global Environmental Efforts with Innovative Plastics for the Solar Energy Market
BERGEN OP ZOOM, THE NETHERLANDS – November 4, 2005 - The dramatic spike in heating oil, gasoline, and natural gas prices is bringing to the forefront the need for alternative, renewable energy sources such as solar technology. Solar energy, used both for conversion to electricity (photovoltaics) and to heat water (solar thermal), can serve as the primary or secondary source of energy for homes and businesses, outdoor lighting, and many other applications. It offers significant environmental advantages over fossil fuels, which is being encouraged by many governments.
2 Nov 2005
Press Kit GE - Plastics, Specialty Film & Sheet
International Horti Fair 2005
Press Releases:
2 Nov 2005
GE - Plastics’ innovative materials deliver excellent energy and light efficiency for greenhouses
BERGEN OP ZOOM, THE NETHERLANDS — November 2, 2005 — Dutch horticulturists industry will see how new material solutions from GE’s Plastics business are bringing growers new flexibility to create greenhouses with greater energy and light efficiency at this week’s International Horti Fair Expo. Visitors to booth 405 in Hall 5 can experience hands-on how GE is helping companies develop greenhouses with greater thermal and light efficiency through the use of high-performance Lexan* ZigZag* and Lexan Thermoclear* sheet materials.
28 Oct 2005
GE Combines Lexan* Margard* Sheet Durability with Solar Control to Help Save Energy and Protect Against UV For Excellent Transportation Solution
BERGEN OP ZOOM, THE NETHERLANDS — October 28, 2005 — Underscoring the company’s commitment to its new ecomagination* initiative, GE’s Plastics business is introducing advanced, new Lexan* Margard* MR5 IR sheet – GE’s first hard-coated, polycarbonate (PC) sheet product for the global public transportation industry featuring infrared (IR) absorption in the wavelength range of 780-1400 nm. By effectively managing infrared heat from sunlight striking buses, trains, and other public transport and specialty vehicles, this GE material helps save energy and protect against potentially harmful UV radiation, yet admit plenty of light. This reduces heat build-up and can help cut air conditioning costs on hot and sunny days, while at the same time provide insulation to retain heat and lower fuel costs on cold or cloudy days.
25 Oct 2005
Press Kit GE - Plastics
Imagination Union Event 24 October 2005 &
GE Day Benelux 26 October 2005
Press Releases
25 Oct 2005
GE’s ecomagination* Initiative and Lexan* EXL9330 Resin Help Keep Solar-Panel Battery Connection Boxes Protected and Looking Good
With oil and natural gas prices soaring, interest in alternative energy sources like photovoltaics (solar technology) is climbing rapidly. Solar energy is cleaner, less polluting, and does not negatively impact the environment. It can be a good source of primary or supplemental energy in both urban and rural locations. China is becoming a major manufacturer and exporter of solar devices, exporting over 90 percent of these units around the globe. A newly ratified Renewable Energy Law in China is expected to drive domestic consumption of solar technology rapidly.
