Archroma to showcase innovative denim solutions at DenimsandJeans Vietnam 2018

New aniline-free* Denisol® Pure Indigo 30.
(Photographs: Archroma)Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals, will be presenting its innovative and sustainable denim solutions for manufacturers and brands at DenimsandJeans Vietnam 2018, on June 27 and 28.

Henkel offers a one-stop portfolio of process solutions for the global metal coil industry

Henkel works with leading metal coil manufacturers and coating specialists to enhance the value of steel, galvanized, aluminum and other rolled product alloys by offering a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective and sustainable process solutions from pickling and cleaning to surface treatment and lamination. 
(Photo: Henkel, PR050)With more than 80 years of expertise in the metal processing/coil industry and an extensive range of process solutions for pickling, lubrication, cleaning, pretreatment, passivation, coating and lamination, Henkel has firmly established itself as a global one-stop partner of the metal coil industry. New product innovations are strongly focused on helping customers manage the process needs of next-generation alloys while meeting cost and regulatory challenges.

SABIC expands portfolio of ULTEM™ UTF120 film for high-temperature dielectric capacitors with new 7- and 10-micron gauges

SABIC’s new 7µm and 10µm (micron) ULTEM™ UTF120 polyetherimide (PEI) dielectric film grades further expand the company’s portfolio. They enable the design of lightweight, compact, high energy density capacitors that can store large amounts of electrical energy for long periods without significant current leakage or loss of charge at high temperatures. This technology offers important advantages for capacitor applications, such as high dielectric constant and insulation resistance and low dielectric loss.SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, is introducing at PCIM (Power Conversion and Intelligent Motion) Asia 2018, in booth #A07, two new gauges of ULTEM™ UTF120 polyetherimide (PEI) dielectric film for high-temperature, professional-grade capacitor applications. These new additions of 7µm and 10µm (micron) thicknesses to SABIC’s industry-leading portfolio of ULTEM™ UTF120 film respond to customers’ requirements for film that can meet the voltage requirements of different capacitors and open the door for new design options. PCIM Asia is held in Shanghai, China from 26 - 28 June 2018.

Clariant extends EnviCat® catalyst portfolio to offer extruded SCR NOx solution for chemical and industrial applications 

Clariant extends EnviCat catalyst portfolio to offer extruded SCR NOx solution. (Photo: Clariant)Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today announced the expansion of its EnviCat series of catalysts to include a high-performance solution for selective catalytic reduction (SCR) to combat nitrogen oxides (NOx).

New packaging provides interactive experience for TE Connectivity customers

The new M12 connector packaging provides customers with an enhanced experience. 
(Source: TE Connectivity, PR227)TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, introduced new product packaging and product packaging designs that help customer clearly recognize the product and vendor. The packaging redesign is part of TE’s aim for stronger collaboration and brand building with its customers.

Devan launches natural technology to make textiles free from pet allergens

Devan ChemicalsTextile-finishing innovator Devan Chemicals recently launched a technology to make textiles free from allergens shed by cats and dogs. Purissimo™ is a probiotic-based solution and therefore completely natural. The technology was inspired by their experience with Purotex®, a successful allergen reduction solution that has been used in bedding for more than ten years.

Beaulieu International Group reduces CO2 emissions by 300 tonnes thanks to its sustainable container transport programme

Sustainable container transport passing through the River Terminal Wielsbeke, B.I.G.’s global inland hub to the rest of the world. 
(Photo: © POM West-Vlaanderen)Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.) today announced the results of its global multimodal logistics platform which uses waterway transport to reduce its dependency on truck transport. This successful programme reduced the company’s container transport-related CO2 emissions by 36% in 2017 and is scheduled to achieve a further 55% reduction in the coming years.

Clariant breaks ground on joint venture production site in Cangzhou, China 

Clariant breaks ground on joint venture production site in Cangzhou, China. 
(Photo: Clariant)Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, and Beijing Tiangang Auxiliary Co., Ltd. (Tiangang), today conducted a groundbreaking ceremony in Cangzhou (China), just over 200 km south of Beijing. The ceremony marked the start of the construction of a world-class production facility for stabilizers for plastics and textiles that will form the heart of the joint venture between both parties. The event was marked by a special event with representatives from both companies, as well as local officials.