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Amberlyst-15 Catalyst Demonstrates Potential for Sustainability

Owing to the huge array of applications, catalysis has long been dubbed as one of the most significant areas of process and synthetic chemistry. In fact, the vast majority of all chemical industrial products – be it in the field of pharmaceutical, agricultural or polymer chemistry – involve catalysts at some stage of the manufacturing process.

5 Apr 2013

KSU Doctoral Student Receives National Recognition for Research on Developing New Semiconductors

Kansas State University doctoral student Clint Frye is receiving national recognition for his success as a student and his research developing new semiconductors.

5 Apr 2013

TSRI Scientists Illuminate Mechanism at Heart of Copper-Catalyzed Azide–Alkyne Cycloaddition Chemical Reaction

Scientists at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) have illuminated the mechanism at the heart of one of the most useful processes in modern chemistry. A reaction that is robust and easy to perform, it is widely employed to synthesize new pharmaceuticals, biological probes, new materials and other products. But precisely how it works had been unclear since its invention at TSRI more than a decade ago.

5 Apr 2013

New Functionality in Siemens’ Syncrofit Software Helps Optimize Design of Fastened Airframe Parts

The latest release of Siemens’ Syncrofit™ software introduces new fastener layout and part sizing functionality which helps airframe engineers reduce the time to generate fastener patterns, perform initial part sizing, validate designs and adapt to subsequent design changes by as much as 40 percent.

5 Apr 2013

Role of Nanotechnology in Development of Eco-Efficient Construction Materials

As the environmental impact of existing construction and building materials comes under increasing scrutiny, the search for more eco-efficient solutions has intensified. Nanotechnology offers great potential in this area and is already being widely used to great success.

5 Apr 2013

Clariant Introduces UV Stabilizer Waterborne Coatings for Exterior Protective Applications

Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, introduces innovative Hostavin® light stabilizer solutions to make waterborne coatings the new high-performance and more environmentally-oriented option for exterior protective applications, previously an exclusive area of solventborne systems.

From Clariant Corporation 5 Apr 2013

Simplification Of MIM Hot Zone Door Operation

The molybdenum hot zone is the heart of every MIM furnace. With proper design, together with its efficient heating elements, it guarantees a very clean environment and ensures that high temperatures are achieved while it...

From PLANSEE 4 Apr 2013

Spectro Inc. Awarded U.S. Patent for an Innovative Flip-top Sample Head for Infra-Red Spectrometers for Fluid Analysis

Spectro Inc., a global supplier of oil and fuel analysis instruments to industry and the military, has been awarded a U.S. patent for an innovative flip- top sample head for infrared spectrometers used in fluids analysis.

From AMETEK Spectro Scientific 4 Apr 2013

BASF, Atlas Copco Announce Partnership to Further Develop Sprayed Concrete Technology

BASF and Atlas Copco have signed an agreement to cooperate on sprayed concrete technology and expertise for tunneling and mining, following the sale of BASF’s MEYCO Equipment business to Atlas Copco.

From BASF Corporation 4 Apr 2013

Applied Materials' Randhir Thakur Recognized for Achievements in Microchip Fabrication

Dr. Randhir Thakur, executive vice president and general manager of the Silicon Systems Group at Applied Materials, Inc. has been named Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).

From Applied Materials Inc 4 Apr 2013

Anthem Worldwide Wins Three 2013 American Package Design Awards

Anthem Worldwide, part of the brand development practice of Schawk, Inc., whose integrated global network provides innovative solutions to articulate, unify and manage brand impact to create compelling and consistent brand experiences, announced that its Toronto and New York offices have been distinguished with three packaging design awards recognizing the value of design to business and society.

4 Apr 2013

Nexeo Solutions Expands Distribution Agreement with Dow Chemical

Nexeo Solutions, a global leader in chemical distribution, announced today that it is expanding its distribution agreement with The Dow Chemical Company. Dow Personal Care has selected Nexeo Solutions as a key distribution partner in the United States.

4 Apr 2013

Siam Kraft Industry Places Order for Metso’s Containerboard Production Line

Metso Corporation's press release on April 4, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. local time. The new OptiConcept M production line will provide high productivity at low operating cost

4 Apr 2013

Investcorp Completes Dividend Recapitalization of Berlin Packaging

Investcorp, a leading international alternative asset manager, today announced that it has completed a dividend recapitalization of Berlin Packaging, in partnership with Berlin's founders and management team.

4 Apr 2013

Johns Manville’s New Mobile Tool Tackles a Range of Insulation Projects

Johns Manville, a leading building products manufacturer, today announced the launch of the JM Insulation Project Guide, a mobile tool and website to guide homeowners and insulation professionals in selecting the best insulation products and installation practices to meet project needs.

From Johns Manville 4 Apr 2013