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Silicon and Propylene Prosthesis Reduces Incidence of Incisional Hernias

Scientists from the University of Alcalá (UAH) have designed a prosthesis made of silicon and polypropylene shaped like an “upside down T” that substantially reduces cases of incisional hernias. A her...

18 Jun 2008

Reliance Steel and Aluminum to Acquire Leading Steel Service Center Business

PNA Group, Inc. announced today that Platinum Equity has reached an agreement with Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co. under which Reliance will acquire from Platinum Equity all of the outstanding capital stock of PNA Grou...

18 Jun 2008

Toshiba Moves to Protect its Leadership in the NAND Flash Memory Market

Toshiba Corporation today announced that it is enhancing the productivity and cost competitiveness of its memory business by scaling back production on the 200mm wafer lines at its Yokkaichi Operations. A smaller 200mm w...

18 Jun 2008

Polyamide Materials offer Cheaper Alternatives to Thermosets in Electronic Applications

To provide electrical device and connector manufacturers with a lower-cost alternative to traditional materials like thermosets or special high heat polymers, while delivering excellent short-term heat performance, SABIC...

18 Jun 2008

LED Solution for Permanent and Luminous Lettering and Outdoor Light Boxes

The LED module BACKlight Protect is the ideal solution for permanent and luminous lettering and light boxes in outdoor applications. The robust housing protects the modules from dust, moisture and condensation through dripping or splashing water according to ingress protection IP 66.

18 Jun 2008

Physicists Devise Model to Explain Mechanism behind Computings Molecular Switch

Michigan Technological University physicist Ranjit Pati and his team have developed a model to explain the mechanism behind computing’s elusive Holy Grail, the single molecular switch. If borne out experimentall...

18 Jun 2008

New Grade of Kevlar Provides Improved Ballistic and Trauma Protection

DuPont™ Kevlar® XP™, a new patented technology that provides ballistic and trauma protection in a more comfortable body armor solution, now is available.

18 Jun 2008

Dow Corning Boost Support for Chinese Earthquake Victims

International relief efforts have continued to increase in the wake of the recent earthquake disaster in China’s Sichuan province. As aid from around the world continues to pour into the region, Dow Corning Corporation has announced plans to help boost employee support of the relief efforts through a global one-to-one matching gift program. To date, approximately $200,000 in donations, corporate gifts, and employee givebacks have been pledged to the relief effort.

18 Jun 2008

Medical Device Manufacturer Buys Plastic Injection Molding Specialist

Synergetics USA, Inc., a leading microsurgery company that designs, manufactures, and markets medical devices for use primarily in ophthalmic surgery and neurosurgery, today announced that it has purchased Medimold, Inc....

18 Jun 2008

Rio Tinto Look at Developing a New Bauxite Operation in Australia

Rio Tinto has approved a US$30 million feasibility study to develop a new bauxite operation to the south of the existing Weipa bauxite mine and port. This is the first step towards significantly expanding Rio Tinto&rsquo...

18 Jun 2008

Corus Continues to Support Student Racing Teams

For the tenth year in succession, Corus, is once again supporting some of Europe’s leading student race teams - the University of Warwick in the UK, and the University of Delft in the Netherlands - as they compete in the annual International Formula Student competition.

18 Jun 2008