Ricoh Americas has launched the Ricoh MP 6002/ MP 7502/ MP 9002 series of office multifunction products (MFPs). These products feature printing, scanning, copying, faxing and distribution facilities with speeds of 60, 75 and 90 pages/min. Further, a new type of eco-friendly steel has been used in these imaging products.
By G.P. Thomas
23 Aug 2012
A novel self-charging power cell that has the ability to convert and store energy has been developed by researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology. The hybrid generator-storage cell directly converts mechanical energy to chemical energy. When compared to other systems that use separate batteries and generators, the new cell makes better utilization of mechanical energy.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
23 Aug 2012
Scientists state that less-expensive solar energy technology is required to install shingled roofs in homes which produce electricity. Advances towards such technology are being reported.
By G.P. Thomas
22 Aug 2012
One of the major challenges in the realm of future electronics is ‘Flexible electronics,’ which would introduce a myriad of applications in areas, including energy, robotics and healthcare.
By Nick Gilbert
22 Aug 2012
Kobe Steel has reported that the first phase of construction has been completed at the aluminum forging facility of Kobe Aluminum Automotive Products China (KAAP China), and added that commercial production has been started at this facility.
At FachPack trade fair to be conducted in Nuremberg, BASF will exhibit its full range of particle foams for packaging applications and to protect high-value products. BASF specialty foams are ideal for a myriad of packaging applications, allowing customers to safeguard their highly sensitive items. Neopolen, a closed-cell particle foam, is a fitting material for reusable transport containers and recyclable packaging. It is offered as Neopolen E (expanded polyethylene) and Neopolen P (expanded polypropylene) in the market.
Focus Graphite has reported that Grafoid and CVD Equipment have entered into a one-year Joint Intellectual Property Development Agreement. Focus Graphite has a 40% stake in Grafoid.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
22 Aug 2012
Industrial Nanotech, a provider of energy conserving solutions based on nanotechnology, has reported that its patented Nansulate translucent thermal insulation and protective coating will be utilized for skylight insulation in the recently awarded Caribbean Marketplace Renovation Project. The City of Miami is undertaking the renovation project.
By G.P. Thomas
22 Aug 2012
Scientists and physicians have collaborated to develop a material that can restore the flexibility lost in vocal cords due to the effects of disease and aging and also rejuvenates the voice of a person. Vocal cords can get damaged due to overuse, medical treatments and aging. Presently there are no treatments to restore the flexibility of vocal cords.
By Nick Gilbert
22 Aug 2012
Michelman's recently added Chemical Partners as a distributor in the North African and Middle Eastern region.
The relationship allows Chemical Partners to offers its customers Michelman's best-in-class surfac...
ASM International and NACE are proud to announce the launch of the new and enhanced version of the Corrosion Analysis Network website. The Corrosion Analysis Network (CAN) is the most comprehensive and authoritative online source for researching, understanding, preventing and solving corrosion-related problems, and is now more user-friendly than ever before.
BASF, a chemical firm, has announced that it will renovate its acetylene plant and will simultaneously perform regular maintenance operations at this acetylene-based 1,4-butanediol (BDO) producing facility, which is situated at the Ludwigshafen Verbund location.
Clark Pacific, a provider of structural and architectural precast concrete solutions, has reported the completion of the California properties acquisition from Hanson Structural Precast, a unit of Hanson Building Products North America, a company of the HeidelbergCement Group and Lehigh Hanson.
By Nick Gilbert
21 Aug 2012
Aerogels are highly porous solids having a low density. These materials feature nanoscale pore sizes and are considered as superior insulation materials.
By Nick Gilbert
21 Aug 2012
On August 16, 2012, XG Sciences, a producer of innovative nanomaterial dubbed xGnP graphene nanoplatelets and associated materials, has conducted a grand opening ceremony to celebrate the commencement of production at its new headquarters and production facility situated in Delhi Township, close to Lansing, Michigan.
By Nick Gilbert
21 Aug 2012