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Linde Win Plant Engineering and Gas Supply Contracts for Project in Russia

The technology group The Linde Group today announced that it has won several key contracts for plant engineering and gas supply projects in Russia. Under the terms of these unrelated deals, Linde is building two olefin p...

From Linde plc 23 Dec 2009

Qatalum Starts Producing Aluminium

On December 20, the first cell in Qatalum started production of primary aluminium.

From Hydro Aluminium Extrusion 23 Dec 2009

Dow Corning Makes Silicone Interesting for Chinese Students

Building on last year's success, Dow Corning Corporation, a global leader in silicones and silicon-based technology and innovation, and China Welfare Institute (CWI) Children's Palace have expanded "Fascinat...

From Dow Corning 23 Dec 2009

Biomass Conversion Plant to Turn Agricultural and Forestry Residues into Biofuels

In light of the growing scarcity of oil resources, biofuels constitute an alternative solution, since they can serve as a complement to fossil fuels. As part of its policy aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the ...

23 Dec 2009

Corus Meets with Union Representatives to Assess Mothballing Alternatives for Teeside Cast Products

The steel committee and Teesside Multi-Union representatives met with Corus today to discuss the situation at Teesside Cast Products (TCP). All parties agreed to establish a joint taskforce to ensure that all alterna...

23 Dec 2009

Chemtura Announce Plans to Phase Out Bromine Base Fire Retardant decaBDE

Chemtura Corporation, debtor-in-possession (Pink Sheets: CEMJQ) ("Chemtura"), today announced that by the end of 2012 it will phase out production, importation and sale for most uses of the flame retardant deca...

23 Dec 2009

Air Liquide Signs 13 New Contracts with Chinese Solar Cell Manufacturers

Air Liquide confirms its leading position in the PV market with the recent signature of thirteen new contracts with crystalline-Silicon (c-Si) solar cell manufacturers in China. The Group expands its supply to Chinese ma...

23 Dec 2009

Bioglass Nanofibers Produced Using New Laser Spinning Process

A team of researchers from the University of Vigo, Rutgers University in the United States and Imperial College London, in the United Kingdom, has developed "laser spinning", a novel method of producing glass nanofibres with materials. They have been able to manufacture bioglass nanofibres, the bioactive glass used in regenerating bone, for the first time.

23 Dec 2009

Robots to be Used to Apply Fiber Reinforced Polymers to the Inside of Water Pipes

In partnership with Fyfe Company, LLC and the University of California, Irvine, Fibrwrap's prototype robotics will be used to apply high-strength fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) to the inside of aging water transmission p...

23 Dec 2009

Environmentally Friendly Materials Used to Make Stylish Cutting Boards

Culmeta, a leading provider of gourmet kitchenware and housewares, today launched a new line of feature-driven cutting boards made from environmentally friendly materials. Developed for Culmeta by talented industrial designer Mark Trebicki, the high-end line combines functionality with contemporary aesthetics.

23 Dec 2009

Chines Stainless Steel Output Predicted to Impact on European Producers

European producers are likely to be the main victims of the growing global overcapacity for stainless steel production. Prior to the expansion of indigenous stainless steelmaking in some of the emerging countries, the EU...

23 Dec 2009

LEDs that can Operate in High Temperature Environments

DOMINANT introduces a new hot InGaN SpiceLED series, the SSx-HLD-xxx. The devices of this LED series are able to withstand a high operating temperature of up to 110°C setting a benchmark for similar competitor’s products.

23 Dec 2009

Elastogran to be Rebranded BASF Polyurethanes

Following the introduction of the BASF corporate brand for European polyurethane sites, the next step is to change the names of Elastogran companies. For instance, Elastogran GmbH with its head offices in Lemförde w...

From BASF Corporation 23 Dec 2009

Xiyang Group Joins the Race to Take Over Ausmelt

Ausmelt Limited (ASX: AET) has received a third proposal to acquire up to 100% of the issued capital of the Company. This latest proposal, from the Xiyang Group Co. Ltd ("Xiyang Group") of Haicheng City, Li...

22 Dec 2009

Making Wool into a Smart Fabric

Scientists in China are reporting an advance that may improve the natural wonders of wool - already regarded as the "wonder fabric" for its lightness, softness, warmth even when wet, and other qualities. They say the discovery could give wool a "brain," placing it among other "smart" fabrics that shake off wrinkles, shrinkage and "breathe" to release perspiration. The study is in ACS' Langmuir.

22 Dec 2009

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The Material Breakthroughs Revolutionizing Photovoltaics

Photovoltaic technology is revolutionizing sustainable energy with advancements in perovskite cells and innovative recycling methods for eco-friendly solutions.

Emerging Technologies and Trends in the Aerospace Industry

The global economy depends on the aerospace industry, and the technological advancements the aerospace industry has to offer are immense. This article aims to delve into the fascinating world of aerospace and explore the most promising trends and technologies that the industry is developing. How will they pave the future of air travel, and will they make it safer, more sustainable, and more efficient?

Microporous Polymers and Their Applications

Microporous polymers, with their unique structures and properties, are revolutionizing gas storage, carbon capture, and catalysis in various scientific fields.

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Linde Win Plant Engineering and Gas Supply Contracts for Project in Russia

Qatalum Starts Producing Aluminium

Dow Corning Makes Silicone Interesting for Chinese Students

Biomass Conversion Plant to Turn Agricultural and Forestry Residues into Biofuels

Corus Meets with Union Representatives to Assess Mothballing Alternatives for Teeside Cast Products

Chemtura Announce Plans to Phase Out Bromine Base Fire Retardant decaBDE

Air Liquide Signs 13 New Contracts with Chinese Solar Cell Manufacturers

Bioglass Nanofibers Produced Using New Laser Spinning Process

Robots to be Used to Apply Fiber Reinforced Polymers to the Inside of Water Pipes

Environmentally Friendly Materials Used to Make Stylish Cutting Boards

Chines Stainless Steel Output Predicted to Impact on European Producers

LEDs that can Operate in High Temperature Environments

Elastogran to be Rebranded BASF Polyurethanes

Xiyang Group Joins the Race to Take Over Ausmelt

Making Wool into a Smart Fabric

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The Material Breakthroughs Revolutionizing Photovoltaics

Emerging Technologies and Trends in the Aerospace Industry

Microporous Polymers and Their Applications

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Breaking Boundaries in Ceramic Machining with Internal Threading Innovation

Analytical Techniques Reveal History’s Tracked Changes

Beyond Lithium-Ion: Engineering the Future of Battery Technology

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2New Insights into Perovskite Solar Cell Failure Pathways

3Processing Lignin Differently Could Dramatically Change its Electrical Properties

4New Technology for Processing Rare Earth Metals Licensed to Principal Mineral

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