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University of Nottingham Acquires DrySyn Scholar Plus Heating Block Systems for Safe Organic Synthesis

The School of Chemistry at the University of Nottingham (UK) has placed a sizeable order with Asynt to upgrade their undergraduate teaching facilities with DrySyn Scholar Plus heating block systems.

From University of Nottingham 31 May 2013

Vincenzo Nibali Cycles to Victory on Corima’s Hexcel Carbon Fiber Wheels

Hexcel congratulates Vincenzo Nibali, winner of the 2013 Giro D’Italia, one of the 3 major cycling Grand Tours (together with the Tour de France and Vuelta a Espana). Hexcel customer CORIMA manufactured the wheels on which Nibali road to glory for the Astana team.

From Hexcel 31 May 2013

Hiden CATLAB Mass Spectrometer Features New LABview-based Control

Specifically developed for quantification of catalytic activity in both R&D and QC laboratories, the Hiden CATLAB integrated micro-reactor/mass spectrometer (MS) system now features new LABview-based control.

From Hiden Analytical 30 May 2013

Brook Instrument Open New Office in Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia

Brooks Instrument, a world-leading provider of advanced flow, pressure, vacuum, level and vapor delivery solutions, has opened a new sales office in Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia, to support its expanding customer base in the ...

30 May 2013

New Collaboration to Develop Low Cost Interposer Technology for 2.5D Ics

Singapore’s A*STAR Institute of Microelectronics (IME), Qualcomm Technologies Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, and STATS ChipPAC have announced a collaboration to develop technology building blocks for Low Cost Interposers (LCI) for 2.5D ICs.

30 May 2013

Advanced Temporary Bonding Solution for 3D TSV Semiconductor Packaging

The semiconductor industry’s march toward broader 3D IC integration marked an important milestone today at ECTC 2013, with the report of an advanced new temporary bonding solution for 3D Through-Silicone-Via (TSV) semiconductor packaging.

From Dow Corning 30 May 2013

Minerals Technologies’ New Calcium Carbonate Product for Reinforcement of Plastics

Minerals Technologies Inc. announced today that is has launched a new calcium carbonate product for reinforcement of plastic, called VICRON® FRP, in such applications as Sheet Molding Compound (SMC), Bulk Molding Compound (BMC) and thermoset polyesters. The product was developed by Specialty Minerals Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Minerals Technologies that is a leader in mineral additives.

From Minerals Technologies Inc. 30 May 2013

BASF, Markor to Establish Chinese JV for Butanediol and Polytetrahydrofuran Production

BASF and Xinjiang Markor Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (Markor) have signed key cooperation contracts for the establishment of joint ventures for the production of butanediol (BDO) and polytetrahydrofuran (PolyTHF®, chemical name: polytetramethylene ether glycol). The joint venture companies will be established once the relevant Chinese regulatory approvals are obtained.

From BASF Corporation 30 May 2013

First Potential Customer Signs MOU to Procure HBI from voestalpine’s Texas Facility

In March the decision was taken to locate the voestalpine Group’s direct reduction plant on the La Quinta Trade Gateway in San Patricio County, just outside the city of Corpus Christi, Texas, USA.

30 May 2013

Scientists Help NASA Exploit Weightlessness of Space to Develop Stronger Materials

Researchers from Northeastern University are among the many scientists helping NASA use the weightlessness of space to design stronger materials here on Earth.

30 May 2013

Johnson Controls Buys Out Partner’s Stake in Indian Joint Venture

Johnson Controls, a global leader in automotive seat systems and components, has acquired full (100-percent) ownership of Tata Johnson Controls (TJC).

From Johnson Controls, Inc. 30 May 2013

Cost-Effective Elemental Analysis System from Analytik Jena for Shift Work Labs

In elemental analysis, especially in routine labs with shift work, the quality of results strongly depends on the operator's qualification. Time-consuming operator trainings, stringent safety, system checks, and frequent preventive maintenance are required. For more efficient work, this unpredictable factor must be eliminated.

From Analytik Jena US 30 May 2013

New Olympus LEXT OLS4100 3D Laser Scanning Microscope for Precision Metrology

Representing the most advanced addition to the Olympus opto-digital range, the new LEXT OLS4100 3D laser scanning microscope offers a faster and easier approach to optical metrology, combining optical precision with the intuitive operation of a digital interface.

From Evident Corporation - NDT 30 May 2013

TRUMPF’s New Integrated Flattening Concept Facilitates Undistorted Thin Sheet Metal Punching

Punching a large number of holes in thin sheet metal, without distorting the panel, and that in a single pass - that is now possible thanks to the new integrated flattening concept by TRUMPF. In the standard punching process, the punch draws material into the hole as it penetrates the sheet. That makes for compressive stress then, and tensile stress when the punch is withdrawn.

30 May 2013

SABIC to Host National Chemistry Olympiad 2013

The National Chemistry Olympiad is an annual competition for talented students in higher education. The aim is to raise the profile of chemistry in secondary schools and to foster young talent. The finals of the 34th Olympiad will take place from June 5th to June 12th 2013. SABIC, one of the world leaders in the chemicals sector, will host the event from its European Headquarters in Limburg, in the south of the Netherlands.

30 May 2013