DSM DYNEEMA APPOINTS JS GLOVES FIRST PREMIUM MANUFACTURING PARTNER FOR GLOVES IN EUROPE

From left to right – Orlando Ramakers, sales manager DSM Dyneema, Juliusz Szewczyk, CEO JS Gloves and Piotr Gutkowski, export manager JS Gloves.
(Photo DSM Dyneema, DYNPR288)The Netherlands, 23 October 2014 - DSM Dyneema, the producer of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fiber branded as Dyneema®, has appointed JS Gloves as its first Premium Manufacturing Partner for cut-resistant gloves in Europe.

Belden Connectors Enable Fast, On-Site Industrial Ethernet Connections

Belden connectors enable fast, on-site industrial Ethernet connections. 
(Photo: Belden, PR361) St. Louis, Missouri - October 23, 2014 - Belden Inc., a global leader in signal transmission solutions for mission-critical applications, has launched two connectors from Lumberg Automation - designed specifically for establishing industrial Ethernet connections in applications with challenging conditions, such as railway and on machine. The RSCIS 4D/9 and BRSCIS 4D/9 connectors feature insulation-displacement connector (IDC) technology for a highly-reliable and efficient data connection in unforgiving environments.

Osram LED downlights keep cool with thermally conductive Stanyl TC polyamide 46 from DSM

Osram LED downlights keep cool with thermally conductive Stanyl TC polyamide 46 from DSM. (Photos: DSM Engineering Plastics: DSMPR435)Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company, says new large LED downlights from market leader Osram will benefit from the numerous advantages of Stanyl® TC thermally conductive polyamide 46 in their heat sinks. Chosen ahead of aluminum, Stanyl TC scores with its ability to be easily and quickly injection moulded into complicated geometries that effectively remove heat from around the LED light source, thus ensuring a long lifetime.

US EPA: Clariant Exolit® OP 560 flame retardant superior for furniture upholstery

ClariantCharlotte, October 22, 2014 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has announced that its Exolit OP® 560 Flame Retardant has been designated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) as a safer, more environmentally friendly flame retardant for polyurethane (PUR) foam used in furniture upholstery and other consumer products than the traditional formulation, pentabromo diphenylether (pentaBDE).

Thule Group Continues to Expand Safety and Performance Testing with One More Moog Simulation Table

Moog Hydraulic Simulation Table ordered by Thule. (Photo Moog, MGPR1407)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.

TE Connectivity To Exhibit Smart Connectivity and Other Innovations at SPS IPC Drives 2014

Thomas Schmidt, Senior Vice President and General Manager for TE Connectivity’s Industrial business unit, highlighted the importance of SPS for the company: “This is an important event - during which customers can interact with our team. Customer dialogue is valuable – and to effectively facilitate this, our booth is larger than ever before.” (Source: TE Connectivity, PR012)SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland - October 21, 2014 - TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity, will be a key exhibitor at SPS IPC Drives 2014, which will be held from 25 until 27 November in Nuremberg, Germany.

NEW TOOLS FOR EASIER SELECTION OF DURABLE GOODS LABELING MATERIALS

New tools for easier selection of durable goods labeling materials. (Photo: Avery Dennison, PR278)OEGSTGEEST, the Netherlands — October 20, 2014 — The Avery Dennison durables range has just benefited from the release of a whole new set of tools, all designed to make choosing the right durables labeling material fast and trouble-free.

AVERY DENNISON SPEARHEADS LINER RECYCLING PROGRAMME IN CHINA

Avery DennisonSHANGHAI, China - October 17, 2014 – In line with its long-term commitment to sustainability, Avery Dennison today launched a programme for recycling label liner materials in China in collaboration with Yuen Foong Yu Inc. (YFY) and its subsidiary Chung Hwa Pulp Corporation. Dean Scarborough, Avery Dennison chairman, president and chief executive officer, signed an agreement with the president of YFY in Kunshan, China, on October 16.