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13 May 2015
DSM Dyneema acquires cubic tech and extends Dyneema® brand into high-performance fabrics
The Netherlands, 13 May 2015 - DSM Dyneema, the inventor and manufacturer of Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMwPE) fiber, branded as Dyneema®, today finalized the acquisition of Cubic Tech Corporation. This privately owned company, based in Mesa (Arizona, USA), has specialized for more than 23 years in the custom design, development and production of innovative high performance ultra-lightweight flexible laminates and fabrics — most of them based on Dyneema®. Cubic Tech is focused on high-end solutions in applications as diverse as racing yacht sails, equipment and apparel for sportswear, outdoor and future soldier programs as well as emergency medical equipment. Terms of the acquisition will not be disclosed.
13 Apr 2015
New light mountaineering shoe from Salomon has high performance chassis made out of EcoPaXX from DSM
Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Material Sciences company, announces that its high performance bio-based EcoPaXX® polyamide has been chosen for the “Edging Chassis” of an innovative new mountaineering shoe from sports specialist Salomon.
Reinach, 19 March 2015 - Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals, introduces a true innovation in water repellency for outdoor clothing with the launch of its Smartrepel Hydro line for polyester, polyamide and cotton-based textiles.
The Netherlands, 9 March 2015 - After kicking off on 31 December 2014, the 2014/2015 Barcelona World Race is now well underway. The race will cover approximately 26,000 nautical miles en route and will take around three months to complete. This means that reliability and endurance are two crucial attributes both man and equipment must deliver in this extreme competition. Gleistein Ropes is the Official Rope Supplier to the Neutrogena Sailing Team. With around 3,000 meters of running rigging supplied, Gleistein has equipped the Neutrogena entry with the highest quality, durable lines with Dyneema®.
East Aurora, NY, USA, January 19, 2015 - The Composite Material Laboratory at the Inholland University of Applied Sciences in Delft has selected a Moog Portable Test Controller to be used for single-axis testing of composite materials such as fiber-reinforced polymers. This lab is used for research, education and commercial projects related to testing composite materials. 
East Aurora, NY, USA, October 21, 2014 – Thule Group, with its headquarter based in Malmö, Sweden, is a world leading outdoor and sport retail company. The company has selected Moog to supply a second Moog Hydraulic Simulation Table for its test lab in Hillerstorp, south Sweden. The test system will be used to simulate conditions its products face when fastened to a car, travelling along any type of road. Thule’s safe and stylish products for transporting gear include racks for bikes, luggage, skis and surfboards.