MIT scientists have developed a new method to analyze the coatings made of tiny particles that changes the transparent plastic characteristics. PMMA (poly methyl methacrylate), a polymer, is used in the new method.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
18 Aug 2011
RNR Plastics, one of the leading manufacturers of custom plastic packaging, has released a new series of self-adhesive vinyl pockets. The new line includes job ticket holders, aisle sign holders, tag holders, business card holders, CD/DVD holders and pouches.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
18 Aug 2011
Praxair announced that its subsidiary, Praxair Distribution has purchased Cincinnati, Ohio-based Weldco. Ohio is one among the top 20 US welding markets. Weldco distributes specialty and industrial gases and welding equipment.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
18 Aug 2011
Lasertron has delivered decorative architectural stainless steel components for the Veterans’ Memorial Park in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
18 Aug 2011
As the first step of Daya Bay experiment, a pair of antineutrino detectors has been installed in three experimental halls. Currently, these detectors are recording interactions of elementary particles known as antineutrinos that are generated by potent reactors located at the China Guangdong Nuclear Power Group’s power facility near Hong Kong.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
18 Aug 2011
3D-Metal Forming has successfully demonstrated that it can produce intricate aircraft components like the cockpit fuselage using its explosive forming technology during a research and development project for Airbus.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
18 Aug 2011
A research team led by Dr Andrei Khlobystov of The University of Nottingham’s School of Chemistry has showed that nano-level chemical reactions, which modify the carbon nanotube structures, can be triggered by an ‘attack’ from inside.
Porvair Filtration Group has received a large order from a leading international industrial gas company to provide twelve specially designed large desiccant dust filters. The order is due for delivery in 2012.
Shimadzu Scientific Instruments now offers a Virtual Advisor for its TOC-L analyzers. Accessible online, the TOC-L Virtual Advisor provides users with 24-hour technical and maintenance support free of charge.
New research from powder characterisation specialist Freeman Technology uses the company’s FT4 Powder Rheometer to explore the application of dynamic powder testing in assessing the impact of humidity on powder flow.
LanzaTech has entered into a collaborative agreement with Harsco to advance clean energy production by capturing and reusing steel mill gases.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
17 Aug 2011
SAPCo, a joint venture between Evonik Industries and Saudi Acrylic Acid Company, has awarded the super absorbent polymer (SPA) plant construction project to Fluor, a specialist in designing, building and maintenance of several challenging and complex projects in the world.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
17 Aug 2011
Bravo Solutions, a manufacturer of specialty substrates for digital printing, has been acquired by Mohawk Fine Papers, one of North America's leading producers of fine papers for digital and commercial printing.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
17 Aug 2011
ZeaChem, a producer of innovative bio-based fuels and intermediate chemicals, announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Chrysler Group, one of the leading global auto manufacturers, to hasten development and market use of advanced cellulosic ethanol.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
17 Aug 2011
Stora Enso has awarded a major contract to Sweco, an international consulting group having experience in consulting engineering, architecture and environmental technology, as a part of its investment in a new paper machine at the Ostro³êka Mill in Poland.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
17 Aug 2011