Sustainable Green Printing Partnership Announces Jodi Sawyer as Chair

Jodi Sawyer.The Sustainable Green Printing Partnership (SGP), the leading authority in sustainable printing certifications for print manufacturers, has elected a new slate of officers for 2018, led by Jodi Sawyer of FLEXcon.

SONGWON signs exclusive distributorship with Connell Bros. Co. for India

SONGWONSONGWON Industrial Co., Ltd., the second largest manufacturer of polymer stabilizers in the world has signed an exclusive distributorship agreement in India with Connell Brothers, the largest marketer & distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients in the Asia-Pacific region.

TE Connectivity introduces Flex Grip wire connectors, enabling quick and easy wire termination

TE Connectivity’s quick and easy to use Flex Grip wire connectors. (Source: TE Connectivity, PR237)TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, has launched Flex Grip wire connectors for fast, flexible and easy wire termination. The new connectors, which accommodate solid and stranded wires between 24 and 14 AWG (0.2 – 4.00 mm²), feature an operating lever that allows releasable and reworkable wire termination. The transparent housings enable users to visually confirm the proper wire strip length and insertion for good electrical installation. With the built-in test slot, the installers can conveniently conduct the electrical test while keeping the wires terminated.

Archroma’s Ultraphor® KCB optical brightening agent finding use in water free CO₂ dyeing process

ArchromaArchroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals, today announced that Tong Siang Co. Ltd. has chosen to use Archroma’s Ultraphor® KCB optical brightening agent to color its white, high-performance sportswear.

Clariant Catalysts and Shanghai Huaxi in strategic partnership on MTS hydrogen production in China

Clariant Cataysts and Shanghai Huaxi signed strategic partnership agreement regarding hydrogen production in China. First row (left to right): Alix Jiang, Business Director, Shanghai Huaxi Chemical Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd., Zhiyuan Ji, General Manager of Shanghai Huaxi Chemical Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd., Thomas Wenger, Head of Clariant BU Catalysts, China, Kevin Chen, Head of Market Segment Methanol/Hydrogen, Clariant BU Catalysts. (Photo: Clariant)
Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today announced that its Catalysts business unit has formed a strategic alliance with Shanghai Huaxi Chemical Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. regarding hydrogen production projects in China. According to the agreement, Clariant’s catalysts will be qualified and recommended for Shanghai Huaxi’s medium temperature shift (MTS) process licenses. Clariant will provide a range of catalysts for Reforming, Hydrodesulfurization, and the Water Gas Shift process. The deal combines Shanghai Huaxi’s advanced process technology with Clariant’s state-of-the-art catalysts to provide a highly efficient and economical solution for hydrogen producers.

Henkel offers Loctite tire bonding solution with outstanding adhesion for acoustic foams and integrated sensors

Extensive testing has confirmed the excellent adhesion strength and flexibility of Loctite SI 5930 FIT from Henkel for a wide range of tire rubbers, acoustic foams and release agents. The photo shows the set-up of a 90 degrees foam peel test. (Photo: Henkel, PR045)To pave the road towards next-generation automotive tires with effective cavity noise reduction and increased sensor technology, Henkel has introduced Loctite SI 5930 FIT, an RTV silicone rubber adhesive for in-tire bonding applications. The product provides excellent adhesion properties on all common tire rubbers and is compatible with different acoustic foams as well as tire release agents. As a MEKO-free and odorless solution it also meets strict HSE standards. In addition, Henkel supports tire manufacturers and suppliers with a comprehensive bonding test program and through collaborations with leaders in tire market consulting consultant and dedicated wheel manufacturing equipment.

Clariant empowers beauty formulators at in-cosmetics Global 2018

This natural plant will contribute to the protection of the cells’ circadianrhythm and will be part of the key visual for the new innovative product by the Active Ingredients Unit. (Photo: Clariant)Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, invites Personal Care formulators to immerse themselves in its treasure chest of possibilities to revolutionize hair care and advance skin care’s therapeutic potential at in-cosmetics Global 2018 Booth H90.

Arcam AB delists from Nasdaq Stockholm exchange

Colibrium AdditiveGE (NYSE: GE) today announces that Arcam AB has delisted from the Nasdaq (Stockholm) exchange. The last day of trading of Arcam stock was January 26, 2018.