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13 Feb 2006
Distrupol’s technical know-how helps revolutionise ski binding system
As a leading polymer distributor, technical service and solutions provider, Distrupol in the Nordic region has a long history of assisting customers in the winter sports industry. One of the company’s most recent contributions has been in providing support for a revolutionary ski-binding development, known as the Nordic Integrated System (NIS).
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.
Urmond, November 15, DSM Dyneema has introduced a new grade of their unique high modulus polyethylene fiber: Dyneema® SK78. The material, credited as the world’s strongest fiber, has been developed in conjunction with rope manufacturers and yachting teams for use in competitive sailing lines and rigging.