Henkel to showcase growing Loctite MAX resin portfolio at JEC World 2019

Henkel’s growing range of Loctite MAX resin matrix systems help OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers implement a new generation of lightweighting and high-productivity composite parts, such as wheels, with superior heat resistance, mechanical integrity and surface aspect. 
(Photo: thyssenkrupp Carbon Components, PR065)As a world leader in the field of polyurethane-based resin systems, Henkel is actively expanding its Loctite MAX polyurethane (PU) matrix resins portfolio by a family of high-performance materials based on epoxy. This resin portfolio is targeting the market of demanding automotive composite high temperature applications, such as wheels. Loctite MAX5 NextGen exhibits exceptional clarity for a rich carbon look, while upcoming Loctite MAX6 combines ultra-high heat resistance with unique toughness.

SABIC names Amco Polymers, LLC as a distribution partner in North America

As part of its strategy to foster the additional growth of its Specialties business, and to provide outstanding service to its customers, SABIC has named Amco Polymers, LLC as a third distribution partner in North America, providing SABIC customers with specialty engineering thermoplastics and related services in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Amco Polymers joins Nexeo Solutions, Inc. and Chase Plastic Services, Inc. as authorized distributors of SABIC’s complete portfolio of specialty materials, including NORYL™ resins (polyphenylene ether-based materials), ULTEM™ resins (polyetherimide materials), LNP™ compounds and the full range of polycarbonate-based high-performance copolymers.As part of its strategy to foster the additional growth of its Specialties business, and to provide outstanding service to its customers, SABIC has named Amco Polymers, LLC as a third distribution partner in North America, providing SABIC customers with specialty engineering thermoplastics and related services in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Belden Offers New Entry-Level Switches with PoE+ for Fast, Reliable and Cost-Effective Data Transfer

Belden offers new entry-level switches with PoE+ for fast, reliable and cost-effective data transfer. (Photo: Belden, PR474)Belden Inc., a global leader in signal transmission solutions for mission-critical applications, releases today its new SPIDER III PoE Standard Line of entry-level rail switches. Highly flexible and configurable, these switches are built on Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+), enabling industrial engineers to supply greater power to more network devices and ensure high-quality, reliable communication.

Perstorp enters debt refinancing agreement

Production of polyols in Perstorp, Sweden. 
(Photo: Perstorp)Perstorp, a global leader in specialty chemicals, announced today the refinancing of its existing credit facilities. On the back of the strong performance and sale of the Capa business, Perstorp and its shareholders have decided to refinance the existing bonds and loans through new credit facilities. The refinancing will put the company in a better position to achieve its long-term strategic objectives.

Henkel to showcase enhanced efficiency and sustainability at JEC 2019

Henkel addresses the needs for enhanced efficiency and sustainability in aerospace composite structures at JEC World 2019. 
(Photo: Henkel, PR066)In a busier sky than ever, the aerospace industry relies on strong partners capable of meeting its growing demands for more efficient and lightweighting composite materials with an uplift in global availability. Henkel answers these needs with the expansion of the company’s production facilities at Montornès del Vallès in Spain and a continuing focus on innovative solutions designed to enhance the sustainability and consolidation of composite structures.

Beaulieu Fibres International awarded prestigious FM Global “Highly Protected Risk” (HPR) status for production site in Wielsbeke

Representatives of FM Global Management and Beaulieu Fibres International at the Award ceremony on February 20, 2019.
(Photo: © Beaulieu International Group)Beaulieu Fibres International, one of the leading polyolefin staple fibre producers, is pleased to announce the achievement of Highly Protected Risk (HPR) status for its production site in Wielsbeke, a designation that means a facility meets the highest industry standards for property protection.

KRAIBURG TPE to Exhibit at PLASTIMAGEN 2019

KRAIBURG TPE will be featuring its latest innovations at PLASTIMAGEN 2019. 
(Photo: © 2019 KRAIBURG TPE)KRAIBURG TPE, a leading specialist in thermoplastics elastomers compounds, highlights its latest thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) compounds for the consumer and industrial markets at PLASTIMAGEN 2019. The expo will be held from April 2 to 5, 2019, at Centro Citibanamex in Mexico City, Mexico (Booth 2543 Hall B).

Milliken to showcase its portfolio of reactive additives for polyurethane at PSE Europe 2019

Reactint® colorants in PU elastomer.
(Photo © 2019 Milliken & Company, all rights reserved, MKPR199)Milliken, leading supplier of polymer-bound colorants and additives for the polyurethane industry, invites PSE Europe 2019 visitors to discover its unique fully reactive polymeric additive technologies focused on enhancing performance, improving visual appearance and preserving the long-term quality of polyurethane (PU) systems –– all without contributing to VOC or FOG levels.